An Indian tourist visa typically allows a person to stay in the country for a maximum of six months. Tourists may not work in the country and the visa cannot be extended for more than a further six months. India immigration can also provide a transit visa, which is often used if a person is travelling through India en route to a destination in another country. The validity of the transit visa is for fifteen days only.
The validity of an Indian business visa may range from three months to five years. To be eligible for this visa, Indian immigration requires a letter from a guarantor Indian company that will be given to immigrant, together with an introductory letter written by the employer in the applicant’s country of residence.
Indian employment visas, better known as work permits, can be granted to a trained professional or to an applicant who will be completing a certain task. Either the employer or the employee may prepare work permits.
Applicants wishing to study in India should present a letter to the immigration office, sent by the university or an educational institution confirming that they have been invited to attend a course. The validity of an Indian student visa is usually five years.
Applicants seeking medical treatment in India need to apply for an Indian Medical Visa, also known as an “M” visa. M visas are typically valid for up to one year, but if the applicant needs to stay longer, for medical reasons and can present suitable evidence, an extension can be considered.