India visa requirements for Togoleses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Togoleses visiting India

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Indian Visa.

  • A Togolese passport with a minimum validity of 6 months from the intended date of departure. The passport must also have two blank pages for visa stamps.
  • A visa application form duly filled and signed by the visa applicant is required.
  • Two copies of passport-sized photographs (5cmx5cm) taken with a white background.
  • Recent bank account statement with a minimum credit of €1000. The bank statement must cover the last month prior to the visa application.
  • Ticket or booking confirmation of aircraft.
  • Confirmed hotel reservation.
  • Travel insurance with a certified insurance company. The insurance must have sufficient coverage for medical insurance.
  • Cover letter written by the applicant.

India Visa for Togoleses

Facts about India

India is popularly known for its religion, diverse culture, ancient history, and its very diverse cuisine. Along with this, there are a lot of other places which allows tourists to go hiking. You can not have enough of the monuments and ancient artifacts on show in the country. You will always want more.

Tourism in India has taken a turn for the better in recent years. In 2016, the country received about 8.9 million foreign tourists and this follows from an 11 percent rise in the numbers of the previous year.

Types of India Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 180 days
Business visa 15 days 180 days
Work visa 15 days More than !80 days
Medical visa 10-20 days 1 year

General Requirements for India Visa

  • A Togolese passport with a minimum validity of 6 months from the intended date of departure. The passport must also have two blank pages for visa stamps.
  • A visa application form duly filled and signed by the visa applicant is required.
  • Two copies of passport-sized photographs (5cmx5cm) taken with a white background.
  • Recent bank account statement with a minimum credit of €1000. The bank statement must cover the last month prior to the visa application.
  • Ticket or booking confirmation of aircraft.
  • Confirmed hotel reservation.
  • Travel insurance with a certified insurance company. The insurance must have sufficient coverage for medical insurance.
  • Cover letter written by the applicant.
India Tourist visa India Business visa India Work visa India Medical visa

India Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Tourist Visa is valid for Togolese applicants with aim of sightseeing, tourism, and visitation in India.
  • Applicants of this visa are required to make a copy of the first page of their passport during the visa application.
  • You must have made a reservation for the hotel you will be staying during your time in India. Proof of confirmed hotel reservation should be provided.
  • The online visa application form must be filled and printed. If this document is not presented at the Embassy, your visa application may be rejected.
  • Foreign nationals in India can make trips to visit any of their friends or relatives who hold permanent residency in the country.
  • You are prohibited from engaging in activities that are not stated on the visa. Therefore, enrolling to study and taking up paid or unpaid employment is prohibited.
  • Be sure not to exceed the allocated number of days this visa allows. You will be subjected to filing a large amount of paperwork and paying huge fines before leaving the country if you do.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, you will need to fill your visa application form separately. If you are traveling without adult supervision, you are required to provide a letter of consent signed by both your parents.

India Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to Togolese nationals making a business-related visit or attending conferences in India.
  • An invitation letter is required from a partner in India which includes the name and details of the visa applicant. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and must be in the format of an invitation letter.
  • Togolese who have the intention of attending conferences or seminars in India should ensure they are in possession of a copy of the invitation they received for the conference or seminar. Applicants must receive permission to attend the seminar or conference from the Indian Ministries of Interior and Exterior.
  • On the invitation letter, the name and details of the visa applicant’s passport should be clearly stated.
  • Foreigners who will not be supported by the organizers of the conference they will be attending in India should provide a copy of their confirmed hotel reservation.
  • Applicants who are business owners should ensure they submit a copy of the company’s commercial register which was legalized as recently as 3 months back.
  • If you are employed by a company in Togo, you are required to present a work certificate, as well as salary payslips from the previous three months.

India Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to Togolese nationals who have been recruited for paid employment by an organization in India.
  • A copy of the employment contract signed by both the employer and the employee should be provided.
  • All foreigners applying for this visa are required to obtain a work permit before they can resume at their place of employment.
  • Copies of all the educational degrees obtained by the visa applicant must be submitted. The original copy of these documents must be made available at the time of submitting the application.
  • You are required to make a copy of the first page of your passport.
  • Your Curriculum Vitae or Resume which shoes that you have the appropriate qualification for the job you have been offered is required.
  • Foreigners in India are not allowed to seek public funds during their in the country.
  • If you stay in India for more days than you are supposed to, you will be asked to pay a huge fine before leaving the country.

India Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Indian medical visa is issued to Togolese nationals who wish to seek medical treatment in a reputable or specialized medical centre in India.
  • This visa is valid up to six(6) months for a single or multiple entries.
  • This Visa will be valid for a maximum of 3 entries during the one year, and its duration starts right from the date of issue and not on the day of entry into India.
  • To be eligible for this medical visa, the government of India has to approve the medical center or hospital you wish to seek medical treatment from.
  • One or two blood relatives are allowed to accompany the patient seeking medical treatment in India and their Visas must be different from that of the patients.
  • These two blood relatives have to apply for a  Medical Attended Visa  (MED X), which has the same validity as that of the patient’s.
  • Applicant(patient) must have recommendations or references for specialized treatment on the basis of Preliminary medical checkup and treatment from the Medical experts of origin/residence country and this can be obtained from the hospital that the applicant(patient)  got treated in origin/residence country. Official documents of recommendation from the Doctors there have to be obtained.
  • The treatment must be of necessity in nature, not all ailments qualify for a Medical Visa in India.
  • Not more than two attendants shall be issued a Visa and they both must be blood relatives of the applicant(patient).
  • So medical travellers (patient) holding a valid passport from their country and who has a medical condition clinically reported and acknowledged by a reputed Medical institution can apply for a Medical visa in India.
  • Citizens of Togo seeking for Medical visa in India are required to provide the following for Indian Medical visa:
    • Passport with 6-month validity
    • Recent Passport size photographs
    • Photocopy of passport
    • Copy of online Visa application form
    • Proof of Residential Address
    • Recommendation from home country doctor  to visit a particular specialized medical center for treatment
    • Medical documents of the treatments that are done
    • Passport copy of attendant (for Attendant visas)
    • Proof of relationship with attendant (for Attendant visas).

India Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

110.00 (USD)

Business visa

130.00 (USD)

Work visa

130.00 (USD)

Medical visa

MED X

125.92 (USD)

India Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Togo

Location

Address

Togo

18, Rue Du Commerce GPO Box 4529 Lomé Togo

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(+228) 210759 (+228) 223004

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit India?

India is a relatively safe country. Though, there is a need to be vigilant all the time. India is ranked 106th out of 162 on the ranking of the safest and most dangerous countries.

What should I avoid in India?

Make it your personal mission to avoid tap water at all costs in India due to poor sanitation and hygiene, it is only ever going to mean bad news! Be selective when it comes to street food and do not eat peeled fruits.


Is it okay to eat eggs in India?

Unfortunately, organic eggs are ridiculously expensive in India. While salmonella contamination is definitely a serious food safety issue, there is another, more disturbing issue with eggs in India- heavy metal and pesticide contamination.

Is toilet paper used in India?

Squat toilets in India do not use toilet paper but rather water to rinse areas that come into contact with wastes. Because toilet paper typically is not used, a spray hose or a bucket of water is the only source.