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How to get a India visa from Slovakia

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Slovak passport holders travelling to India.

Visa types & fees

3 visa options for travelling to India.

Business visa

Processing time3-12 working days
Validity180 days

Medical visa

Processing time3-5 working days
Validity90 days

Tourist visa

Processing time3-12 working days
Validity90 days

Application requirements

Documents Slovak applicants need to provide.

  • An original Slovakia passport including one copy of the personal information page of your passport is required.
  • The Consulate of India requires a visa application form that is completed online
  • A digital photo of yourself is required. Ensure that the photo is recent.
  • Your passport must:
    • Be valid for six months beyond the validity of your requested visa
    • Contain at least two blank visa pages for the visa stamp (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
    • Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way.
  • You are required to have two colors, passport-type photographs that meet the following criteria:
    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all-white background
    • Be two inches by two inches
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive tape or staples
    • Glasses cannot be worn in photographs.
  • Visa fee payment.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Ensure that you determine the type of visa you are applying for.
  • Romanians can stay just for 90 days in India.
  • Proof of hotel reservations/accommodation.
  • A letter of invitation is required from your host(if available).
  • Health insurance is required.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • The Indian tourist visa is available for Slovakians traveling to India for sightseeing, visitation or tourism.
  • An original Slovakia passport and one photocopy of passport information and signature page are required.
  • This passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in India, with at least two blank passport pages available for India visa stamps.
  • The Consulate of India requires a visa application form that is completed online. Your application must:
    • Display your name exactly as it appears in your passport
    • Include answers to all fields
    • Type of visa and length of validity requested must match listing on all other documentation.
    • Be signed on the first page under the photo, and on the second page. In order to be accepted, all signatures must:
      • Match the signature in your passport
      • Be in the middle of the box. they cannot touch the edges of the box or run out of the box
    • Include your email address on the online application.
    • An application missing a personal email address will be rejected by the consulate
    • Be printed on single-sided sheets of paper(Double-sided applications will be rejected). You must fully print the bar code on the bottom of page 1
    • Your passport will be shipped back to the address indicated on your application under "Present Address."
    • Tourist visas are single-entry visas and they are valid for up to 3 months (90 days).
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Medical insurance should be provided.
  • One recent (2inches x 2inches) passport-type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
  • A clear photocopy of the applicant's driver's license or state-issued ID is the best proof of address.
  • Sufficient financial means to support travel.
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.

Business visa

  • A business visa is strictly issued to those who would like to make a business-related trip to India.
  • An applicant going for employment in contact/projects in India needs to apply for an Employment visa, and not a business visa.
  • Spouse and dependent family members accompanying the applicant must apply for an Entry visa, not a tourist visa.
  • A letter of invitation written on the company letterhead from the sponsoring company in India is required.
    • This letter must be signed by an appropriate person in the inviting company, such as HR, Executive, or inviting business contact.
    • The invitation letter must explain the relationship to the applicant and the purpose of travel.
    • Information on this letter must correspond exactly with the information provided on the visa application form and supporting documents and must be signed and sealed on company letterhead by the host in India.
  • A cover letter from the employer or sponsoring company in Slovakia is required.
    • This letter must be signed by an appropriate person in the applicant's company, such as Hr, Executive or direct
    • The business letter must introduce the applicant, indicate the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, and clearly state the purpose of the visit to India.
    • Detailed contact information for the organizations to be visited must be included.
    • The business letter must also state the validity of the visa applied for (1 Year, 5 Year or 10 Year) and indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant.
    • For 5 year or 10 year requests, the letter must explain the need for future trips planned; visa validity will be granted at the discretion of the consulate.
    • Information on this letter must correspond exactly with the information provided on the visa application form and all supporting documents.
  • A clear photocopy of the applicant's driver's license or state-issued ID is the best proof of state residency and this is required.

Medical visa

  • A Medical Visa is given to applicants seeking medical treatment in reputed/recognized specialized hospitals/treatment centers in India.
  • Up to two attendants who are blood relatives are allowed to accompany the applicant under separate Medical Attendant visas. This visa is not applicable to surrogacy.
  • A certificate of preliminary medical advice from the country of origin/country of residence that shows the applicant has been advised to go for specialized medical treatment. In cases where the applicant desires to go for treatment under the Indian system of Medicine, the case may also be considered.
  • An original passport and one photocopy of passport information and signature page are required.
  • This passport must be signed, valid for 6 months beyond stay in India, with at least two blank passport pages available for India visa stamps.
  • The Consulate of India requires a visa application form that is completed online. Your application must:
    • Display your name exactly as it appears in your passport
    • Include answers to all fields
    • Type of visa and length of validity requested must match listing on all other documentation.
  • Be signed on the first page under the photo, and on the second page. In order to be accepted, all signatures must:
    • Match the signature in your passport
    • Be in the middle of the box. they cannot touch the edges of the box or run out of the box
    • Include your email address on the online application.
  • An application missing a personal email address will be rejected by the consulate
  • Be printed on single-sided sheets of paper(Double-sided applications will be rejected). You must fully print the bar code on the bottom of page 1
  • Your passport will be shipped back to the address indicated on your application under "Present Address."

Where to apply

India embassy & visa application centers in Slovakia.

Bratislava

AddressDunajská 4, 7th Floor 811 02 Bratislava Slovakia
Phone(+421) 2-52 96 29 16
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Frequently asked questions

How much cash can I carry on a flight to India

Residents of India are allowed to carry up to Rs. 25,000 though. There's no limit, however, to how much foreign currency you can bring into India. Although, you will have to declare it if the amount exceeds US$5,000 in notes and coins, or US$10,000 in notes, coins and traveler's cheques.

What is the best time to visit India

The best time to visit India is between October and March when the monsoon rains have ceased and the country is largely warm and dry.

Is it safe to drink tap water

Most of India's tap water is unfit for consumption. Restaurants will offer treated drinking water, but it's advisable for visitors to always drink bottled water.

Can I extend my stay duration in India

The stay duration granted by the e-visa cannot be extended. It starts when the tourist enters India and is valid for a period of 90 days.

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Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest India visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.