- Printed Visa Application Form: An Indian Government visa application form completed online (Regular Visa Application Form). Your form should be printed signed in the box under the photograph on page 1. You should validate the data on your form and accept the declaration on page 2 by signing at the bottom of the page.
- Passport: Original passport with minimum validity 180 days (from expected return date) and containing at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport Photos: Two photographs conforming to Indian Government norms (50 mm x 50 mm). Please note: Standard Swiss passport photos are not the prescribed format and will not be accepted. Detailed specifications can be found under on our Photo Specifications Page. One photo should be pasted to the form on page 1 in the box provided and the second attached with paper clip.
- Residence Permit/Referral Form: Non-Swiss/Liechtenstein Nationals are required to submit a photocopy of their valid Residence Permit category B, C or L (G and F category permits will not be accepted).
- Pakistani nationals and any Nationals of Pakistani origin. Four sets of specific application forms for Pakistani nationals and Any Nationals of Pakistani with one identical photo on each form. Additionally, four copies of “Additional Information Form”
- Travel Itinerary: Flight Reservation, E-Ticket or travel plan. Note: Although a confirmed booking is not necessary, a detailed itinerary showing arrival and departure dates as well as flight details is compulsory. Please include one copy per application.
- Payment : Please view our visa fees and make your payment after scrutinizing documents at the Consulate.
- LIST OF ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS
If the applicant is a minor (under 15 years of age):
- Visa Application Form must be signed by a parent or legal guardian. Photocopy of ID or passport from parents or legal guardian as well as an authorization letter signed by the parents or legal guardian.
- Copy of Child’s Birth certificate.
If requesting double or multiple entry: Flight reservation showing visit to neighbouring countries or 2nd reservation for later date if intending to travel to India again within the validity of your visa. NOTE: This does not guarantee a multiple entry visa will be granted.
Applicant needs to provide any other documents as required by the Consulate desk.
Applicant needs to bring photocopies of the above documents.