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How to get a India visa from Turkey

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

Visa types & fees

4 visa options for travelling to India.

Business visa

Processing time3-12 working days
Validity90 days

Student visa

Processing time3-12 working days
Validity90 days

Tourist visa

Processing time3-12 working days
Validity90 days

Work visa

Processing time3-12 working days
Validity90 days

Application requirements

Documents Turkish applicants need to provide.

  • A valid international passport.
  • Two colored passport photographs with a white background. (35mm x 45mm)
  • A duly accomplished visa application form.
  • Determine the type of visa to be issued.
  • Health insurance is required.
  • Evidence of no contagious diseases.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Proof of enough funds to support travel.
  • Documentation of financial standing to cover your entire visit to turkey.
  • Evidence of visa payment.
  • Hotel reservations/accommodation.

Visa type details

Business visa

  • This visa is eligible for Turkish traveling to India for business purposes.
  • A valid passport. It must have a minimum two blank pages for the visa stamp and must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
  • Passport-sized photographs.
  • Holders of this business visa are not permitted to work.
  • A letter from your employer permitting your business travel.
  • Holders of this visa can stay in Turkey for 90days.
  • There should be evidence of sufficient financial means to support travel.
  • Health insurance is required.
  • There should be no carriage of illegal drugs/goods.

Tourist visa

  • This visa is eligible for Turkish traveling to India for sightseeing, visitation or tourism.
  • A valid passport.
  • Tourist visas are single-entry visas and they are valid for up to 3 months (90 days).
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Medical insurance should be provided.
  • Two passport-sized photographs with a white/plain background.
  • Turkish visit visas are valid for multiple stays up to a maximum of 90 days in a 180 day period.
  • Proof of no contagious disease.
  • Sufficient financial means to support travel.
  • If invited, a letter of invitation is required from the host/organization.
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.

Student visa

  • This visa is eligible for Turkish traveling to India for studies.
  • A completely filled and signed study visa application form.
  • You need a student visa for formal registration as a student at an Indian university.
  • Student visas cannot be issued from within India.
  • You must take or mail a copy of your "Letter of Acceptance" from an Indian university and a completed visa application form to the appropriate Indian Consulate.
  • It generally takes about 3-12 working days from the time you submit your application until you receive your visa.
  • Although a time limit will be indicated on your visa, your student visa remains valid as long as you are enrolled at school.
  • Educational certificates and transcript from previous schools
  • Proof of worthy behavior.
  • Proof of no criminal record.

Work visa

  • This visa is eligible for Turkish traveling to India for an employment purpose.
  • A duly accomplished work visa application form.
  • A valid passport.
  • Turkish intending to work in India requires a work visa and permit.
  • This permit is issued by the Indian Ministry of Labour and Social Security.
  • Two passport photographs with a white background.
  • Foreigners who entered India as tourists are not eligible for work permits.
  • Regardless of whether you apply for a work permit from inside or outside of India, you will need to have an employment contract or job offer.
  • Once you and your employer have submitted your application, the Ministry of Labour will process the application.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Proof of financial means to support travel.
  • If your application is approved, you must travel to an Indian embassy in person to have the work visa and permit stamped into your passport.

Where to apply

India embassy & visa application centers in Turkey.

Ankara

Address77, Cinnah Caddesi Cankaya 06680-Ankara Turkey.
Phone(+90) 312-4382 195
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Frequently asked questions

Which language is mostly spoken in India

Hindi is the most spoken language in India. It is also one of the country's official languages. Hindi is also the fourth most spoken language in the world after Mandarin, Spanish, and English. Currently, there are 551,416,518 Hindi speakers in India.

How do foreigners greet in India

The traditional Indian form of greeting is the namaste, which literally means, “I bow to the divine in you.” The namaste is used for greeting, for taking leave, and also to seek forgiveness. To greet someone with a namaste, bring your hands together with palms touching in front of your chest in a graceful fashion.

Can I drink tap water in India

No, because 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.

What should tourists wear in India

Tourists should bring loose-fitting T-shirts, tunics, and blouses with high necklines and long or short sleeves, and loose-fitting pants and ankle-length skirts in cool, lightweight fabrics like cotton. Pack a lightweight scarf to wear around your neck for extra modesty and to cover your head when visiting temples and mosques.

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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.