How to get a India visa from France
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for French passport holders travelling to India.
Visa types & fees
4 visa options for travelling to India.
Business visa
Processing time2-15 days
Validity3 months
Student visa
Processing time2-15 days
Validity3 months
Tourist visa
Processing time2-15 days
Validity90 days
Work visa
Processing time2-15 days
Validity3 months
Application requirements
Documents French applicants need to provide.
- An original passport not older than 10 years and valid for 6 months beyond your stay.
- A Bank statement issued from the bank stating you are eligible to support your stay in the country.
- A completely filled visa application form and duly signed by the applicant.
- Payment of air ticket.
- Proof of income tax return.
- A clean criminal record is required.
- Travel itinerary.
- Proof of accommodation/ Hotel reservation
- Flight itinerary.
- Payment of visa fee.
- Two passport photographs with a white background (35mm x 45mm).
- Determine the type of visa you are applying for.
- Proof of financial means to backup travel.
- Health insurance.
- No smuggling of illegal drugs or goods.
Visa type details
Business visa
- This visa is issued to citizens of France traveling to India for some business purposes.
- A valid passport with a minimum of 6 months beyond your stay in India.
- Two passport photographs with a white background (35mm x 45mm).
- If invited by a host/organization, a letter from the organization is required.
- Travel documents.
- The duration of stay for a business visa is 90 days.
- Payment of visa fees.
- Flight itinerary.
- Health insurance.
- A completely filled and signed business visa application form by the applicant.
- A clean criminal record track.
- Proof of sufficient means to support your stay in the country.
- The applicant ID card is required.
- Proof of income tax return.
- Proof of hotel reservation/ accommodation.
- Holders of this visa are neither permitted to work nor study.
- You must have a good intention of traveling.
Student visa
- This visa is issued to citizens of France traveling to India for studies.
- Letter of acceptance from the academic institution in India should be provided.
- A completely filled study visa application form.
- A valid passport not older than 10 years and valid for 6 months beyond your stay in India.
- Holders of the visa are not permitted to sign business contracts.
- Payments of visa fees.
- Health insurance is required.
- Travel itinerary.
- You must leave the country at the expiration of your study visa.
- Payment of tuition fees.
- Sufficient funds to support your stay in the country.
- Educational certificates and transcripts from the previous schools.
- A clear photocopy of the applicant's driver's license or state-issued ID is the best proof of address,
- Minors applying for this visa should have a document stating their parents/sponsors approval to study in India.
Tourist visa
- This visa is issued to France traveling for tourism/visitation in India.
- A valid passport not older than 10 years with a validity of 6 months beyond your stay in India.
- A completely filled tourist visa application form.
- If invited. An invitation letter from the host is required.
- If employed. A letter from your employer is required granting you permission to travel.
- A valid passport not older than ten years and valid for 6 months beyond your stay in India.
- You must have a good intention of traveling. No criminal record track should be found.
- Proof of accommodation/ hotel reservation.
- Medical insurance.
- Holders of this visa must leave the country at the expiration of your visa.
- Flight itinerary.
- Proof of sufficient means to support travel.
- Two passport photographs with a white background.
- A clear photocopy of the applicant's driver's license or state-issued ID is the best proof of address.
- The duration of stay for a tourist visa is 90 days.
- Travel itinerary.
Work visa
- This visa is issued to citizens of France traveling to work in an organization in India.
- A letter of employment from the organisation in India should be provided.
- A valid passport with a minimum of 6 months ahead of your stay in India.
- Educational qualifications and certificates of experience.
- A curriculum vitae should be provided.
- A document stating your marital status(if married, single or divorced) should be provided.
- Medical insurance should be provided.
- Sufficient financial means to support travel.
- Flight itinerary.
- Proof of accommodation/ hotel reservation.
- Proof of no fraudulent track record.
- A completely filled work visa application form.
- A copy of the employment contract between the employer and the employee must be submitted. The contract must be signed by both parties, stating the salary of the employee in Rupees, and discuss the payment of income tax in India.
- Payment of visa fee.
Where to apply
India embassy & visa application centers in France.
Paris
Address13-15, Rue Alfred Dehodencq, 75016 – Paris.
Phone00 33 1 40 50 70 70
Websitewww.eoiparis.gov.in
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use US dollars in India
No, India does not accept dollars, and those who plan on traveling there will need to exchange their currency into Indian rupees.
Which Indian food is popular among the foreigners and why
The most popular Indian food is butter chicken which is loved by foreigners. A great combination of thick cream and spices, butter chicken is popular both in India and across the globe.
What is Indian famous for
India is known for Culture (India is probably the most culturally diverse country in the world), Cricket (India has one of the most cricket frenzy populations in the world), Festivals (India celebrates more festivals than probably any other nation in the world), Spirituality and Jewelry.
Is India a friendly country
Yes. India has friendly relations with several countries in the developing world. It has close strategic and military relationships with most of the fellow major powers.
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