Transit visas are issued to persons visiting India only in transit. The visa is valid for entry within 15 days of issue and a maximum stay of three days.
Required Documents
- Passport, valid for at least 180 days and with two free pages. Printed or already stamped pages do not count.
- Two identical passport pictures in Indian format 5 x 5 cm (request of the photo for download)
- Completed application form & additional form
- Proof of transit in the form of copies of the tickets
- Individuals of Indian origin who wish to apply for a visa need a Surrender Certifcate .
- Additionally required documents for non-German nationals. An Extended Registration Certificate proving that you have resided in Germany for more than 24 months and have completed the supplementary form for non-German nationals .
- Additionally required documents for Afghan, Sri Lankan, Chinese, Pakistani, Nigerian, Somali, Iranian, Iraqi, stateless citizens and former.
- Applicants of Asian descent need a travel plan .
- Visa processing times
- fees
Failure to comply with the above points will result in the request for new documents, which may involve additional costs!
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