Documents Required for Australia Tourist Visa :

• Original Passports with 6 Months Validity from date of travel. Old Passports if any.(Passport all pages photocopies and notarised required on each page).
• Visa Application Form.
• 2 Photos: 35 X 45mm, white background, matt finish 80% face size. Teeths should not be visible, both eyes, ears and forehead clearly visible.
• Covering letter mentioning details of applicants, passport details, travel details and who will bear expenses details. (If self employed required on company letterhead).
• Pan Card or Adhaar Card Copy.
• Income Tax / Form 16 for last 3 years.
• Original Bank statements for last 6 months with healthy and sufficient balance.
• Salary slips for last 3 months - if employed.
• Original Leave approval letter from company on company letterhead.
• Company registration proof e.g. Shop ACT, MOA etc - If Self Employed.
• If Student - Bonafide letter / ID Card and NOC letter from School/College.
• If Retired - Retirement Proof.
• Other Financial Documents - Fixed Deposits, PPF, NSC, Shares, Mutual Funds, Propety Papers etc.
• Hotel Bookings.
• Air Tickets / Itinerary.
• Where children are travelling or staying with non-relatives, provide the full name, nationality and the date of birth of the person the child will be staying or travelling with. A declaration of support signed by the person responsible for that child in Australia.

PROCESSING TIME: 15-20 WORKING DAYS

Documents Required for Canada Tourist Visa :

• Original Passports with 6 months validity from date of arrival in Canada + Old passports if any.
• Visa Application Forms.
• 3 Color photograph: 35mm x 45mm,White background,matt finish,80% face size.
• Covering letter mentioning the details of the applicant, travel and details of the other members travelling with you.
• Hotel Bookings.
• Day to Day tour Itinerary.
• Air tickets.
• Original Leave letter from Employer/School/College.
• Salary slips for last 6 months. if employed.
• If Self Employed - Shop Act / MOA /Deed.
• Original personal bank statements for last 6 months updated with healthy and sufficient balance.
• Income Tax returns / Form 16 for last 3 years.
• If Student - School/College ID card copy.
• If Retired - Retirement proof/pension passbook or slips.
• Other financial documents like FD, NSC, PPF, Shares, Property papers etc.

Visa Fees: INR 5800/- per person.

Visa Processing Time: 35 Days or more as per embassy processing.

Documents Required for China Tourist Visa :

• Original passport with 6 months validity from day of arrival in China.
• Two Color photograph with white background, matt finish, size 33 mm X 48 mm,80% face Size.
• Covering letter mentioning the details of the travel, details of the traveler.
• Original personal bank statements for last 6 months updated with a balance of INR 1,60,000/- closing balance.
• Confirm Hotel booking required on hotels letter head only mentioning the details of the passengers. online portal bookings not accepted.
• Confirmed air ticket.
• Day To Day Itinerary.
• Original leave sanction from Company – if employed

IMP* All the letters address to the Consulate should be as below only if application submitting in China Consulate Mumbai:

To,
The Visa Officer,
Consulate General of China, Mumbai

All the letters address to the Consulate should be as below only if application submitting in China Embassy New Delhi

To,
The Visa Officer,
Consulate General of China, Mumbai

Visa Fees:

• INR 5177/- pp 3 months Single Entry
• INR 7200/- pp 3/6 months Double Entry
• INR 9100/- pp 3/6 months 6 Months Multiple Entry
• INR 13000/- pp 1 year Multiple Entry
• Urgent Processing Charges : INR 2000/-pp extra on the above fees
• Visa Processing Time : 5 days in normal processing
• For Urgent Visa Processing Time required 3 working days

Documents Required for Egypt Tourist Visa :

• Original passports valid for 06 months from the date of arrival + Old passport.
• Visa Application forms.
• 2 recent photos: 35X45mm, white background matt finish, 80% face size.
• Covering letter mentioning the details of the visit and travel.
• Hotel Confirmation Vouchers.
• Day to Day Tour itinerary.
• Air tickets.
• Income tax returns or Form 16.
• Original personal Bank Statements for last 6 months updated with healthy balance and bank seal & sign.
• Salary Slips for last 3 months - if employed
• Original Leave Letter from Employer/School/University.
• Retire proof /Pension order- if retired
• Company registration proof eg.Shop Act/MOA/Deed - if self employed.
• Student id and bonafide letter - if student.

Visa Fees: INR 2900/- pp Single Entry

Visa Fees: INR 4000/-pp Double Entry

Visa Processing Time: 5-6 Working Days

Documents Required for Ireland Tourist Visa :

• Original Valid passport for 06 months from the date of travel + Old passport.
• Visa Application forms.
• 2 photographs : 35X45mm, white background matt finish, 80% face size.
• Covering letter (on company letterhead if self employed).
• Hotel Voucher.
• Return ticket.
• Day to Day Itinerary.
• Travel Insurance.
• Income tax papers for last 03 yrs or Form 16.
• Original saving Bank Statements last 6 months updated with healthy balance.
• Salary Slips for last 3 months - if employed.
• Original Leave Letter on Company letterhead - if employed.
• Retire proof /Pension order- if retired.
• Business Registration – if self employed.
• Student id and bonafide letter - if student.
• NOC letter from husband /father if single lady traveling.

Visa Fees: INR 6300/- PP

Processing Time: 15 Working Days

Documents Required for Japan Tourist Visa :

• Original passports with 6months validity from date of arrival in Japan. + Old Passports if any.
• 2 Colour photographs 2 x 2inch, white background, matt finish, 70% face cover.
• Visa Application forms.
• Covering letter mentioning the details of traveler, itinerary and who will bear the expenses.(If self employed than require on company letterhead).
• Confirmed Hotel Bookings.
• Confirm Air Tickets.
• Day to Day Itinerary.
• Original Bank statement for last 6 months with bank seal & sign on each and every page with healthy and sufficient balance.
• Income Tax returns / Form16 for last 3 years.
• Original Leave letter from Employer/School/College.
• Salary Slips for last 3 months.- If employed.
• Certificate of employment - if employed.
• School / College ID card copy.if students.
• Retirement proof eg: Pension passbook/retirement letter. - if retired.

Visa Fees: INR 510/- per person

Visa Processing Time: 3-5 Working Days

Documents Required for Madagascar/Mauritius/Seychelles Tourist Visa :

Below is the exhaustive list of documents required for tourist visa to Madagascar-

• Original Valid passport for 06 months from the date of travel .
• 1 Form.
• 2 Photo.
• Covering letter explaining the reason of trip to Madagascar.
• Return Ticket.
• Invitation letter from the reletative.
• Forex Endrosement in passport or Credit card copy.

Visa Fees: INR 2030/- pp

Time Required: 2 Working Days





Below is the exhaustive list of documents required for tourist visa to Mauritius/Seychelles-

• Kindly carry below documents at the time of travel for Immigration checking –
• Original passport valid till 6 months.
• 2 Photos – if required.
• Accommodation proof.
• Return air ticket.
• Forex.
• Visa fees.

Visa Fees: INR 2900/- pp Single Entry

Visa Fees: INR 4000/-pp Double Entry

Visa Processing Time: 5-6 Working Days

Documents Required for Morocco Tourist Visa :

• Original Valid passport for 06 months from the date of travel + Old passport.
• 3 Forms.
• 3 recent Photos 4 X 3 cm, white background, matt finish 70% face size.-(It is mandatory to wear TIE in the photographs for "male" applicants).
• Covering letter mentioning the details of the visit, applicant and travel details.
• Confirm Hotel Vouchers.
• International Credit Card copy.
• Return Ticket.
• Income tax returns / Form 16 for last 3 years.
• Original Personal bank statements for last 6 months updated with bank seal and sign on each and every page. minimum balance INR 2.5 lacs.
• Original leave letter from Employer/University/School.
• Overseas Travel Insurance.

Visa Fees: INR 2200/- pp

Visa Processing Time: 5-6 Working Days

Note* Applicant needs to go personally for submission of application. But we can submit on behalf of applicant Token charges applied.

Authority letter required to submit and collect the documents from Embassy.

Documents Required for Check New Zealand Tourist Visa :

• Original passport with 6 months validity from date of arrival in New Zealand + Old Passports if any.
• 2 photos 35mm X 45mm, white background matt finish.80 % face Size.
• Visa Application Forms.
• Covering letter mentioning details of travel, applicant and duration of stay.
• Hotel Confirmation.
• Tour Itinerary.
• Air Tickets.
• IT Returns / Form 16 for last 3 years.
• Original personal bank statements for last 6 months with bank seal & sign on each and every page. Please note: if you are funding your own visit, you must demonstrate you have at least NZ$1,000 for each month you intend to be in New Zealand (or NZ$400 per month if you have prepaid your accommodation).
• International Credit card copy and statements with limits.
• Salary Slips for last 03 months if employed.
• Job Confirmation letter. if employed.
• Original Leave letter from Employer/School/College.
• Company registration proof eg. Shop ACt/MOA/Deed etc. - if self employed.
• Retire letter/ pension order - if retired.
• Student id/ bonafide from school/college - if student.

All the financial docs of the visa application should be notarized by advocate..

All documents not in English must be translated by a translation service.

Visa Fees: INR 9150/- per person.

Visa Processing Time: 10-15 Working Days

Documents Required for South Africa Tourist Visa :

Below is the exhaustive list of documents required for tourist visa to South Africa.

• Original passport valid for a minimum period of three months after the expiry date of the visa (passports issued more than ten years ago are no longer accepted) * and 1 old passport if applicable plus one copy of the first and last page of the current passport. The passport should have 2 blank pages.
• Visa application form – should be filed and signed by Black pen only & block letters.
• 2 recent photographs not older than 6 months, 35mm X 45mm, white background, matt finish, not used for previous visa.
• Proof of hotel booking, (verifiable) stating the name, passport number of applicant(s) and duration of visit, physical address, as well as contact details of the hotel as well as authorized signature’s name, designation and signature.
• Confirmed Air Ticket.
• Original private bank account statement showing the turnover during the last 6 months, duly stamped and signed by the bank.
• Income Tax Returns for last 3 years.
• Marriage certificate, if the applicant’s passport is on maiden name.
• Covering letter address to – To,Visa officer, Consulate General of South Africa, Mumbai’.
• Student Id/Bonafide – if student.
• Pension order/retire proof – if retired.
• Other Cash investments like FD,PPF,Shares,Bonds,Policies,property papers.

If the applicant is employed :

• Pay Slips for last 3 months.
• Employment Contract.
• NOC for leave from employer/ school/ university clearly mentioning the name, passport number of applicant(s) and duration of visit. Letter must have the physical address, as well as contact details of authorized signature’s name, designation and signature.

If the applicant is a company owner or self-employed :

• Certificate of registration of the company + 2 Letterheads.

Documents if Visiting Friend / Family :

• Passport & Visa Copies attested by local notary/police authority.
• Invitation letter attested by local notary/police authority.
• Address proof attested by local notary/police authority.
• Last 6 months Salary slips and Bank statement- attested by local notary/police authority.

Visa Fees :- INR 2040 (Mumbai)

Time Taken: 12 days

Visa Fees: INR 2900/- pp Single Entry

Visa Fees: INR 4000/-pp Double Entry

Visa Processing Time: 5-6 Working Days

Documents Required for Turkey Tourist Visa :

• Original passport with 6 months validity from date on arrival in Turkey + Old if any.
• 02 photos, 2.5 X 2.5 Inch, white background matt finish, 80% face size.Ears, Eyes and forehead clearly visible.
• Covering letter mentioning the details of travel, personal details.
• Hotel Confirmation for the entire duration while in Turkey..
• Confirm Return Ticket.
• Tour itinerary.
• Overseas Travel Insurance.
• Original Leave letter from employer/school/college with authorized signatory, name and designation with company seal.
• If Self Employed - Company registration proof/MOA/Shop ACT etc.
• Income Tax/Form 16 for last 3 years.
• Original bank statements for last 6 months with bank seal & sign on each and every page and balance of INR 1lac and above must.
• Salary Slips for last 3 months with stamp of company and sign.
• Minors need consent form if travelling alone or with one parent. The consent NOC must be on stamp paper with photos of parents and applicant and notarized..
• Authorization letter to submit the application on applicant's behalf:
• Proof of civil status: marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable.

If passports issued out of Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Goa, Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin, Trivandrum than any1 below document required:

• Only registered leave and license agreement copy and it needs to be notorised and attested from the Mantralaya.
• Index II + Telephone/Light Bill.

Visa Fees: INR 5000/- for Single Entry

Visa Fees: INR 14550/- for Multiple Entry

Visa Processing Time: 5-6 Working Days

NOTE* Online E-Visas can be obtained for Indian citizens if they are holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit. E-visas issued for a total period of 180 days and stay upto 30 days and Single Entry.

Documents Required for United States Tourist Visa :

• Original Passport.
• 2 Photos 50 X 50mm, white background, matt finish 70% face cover.(For age below 14 and age above 80 years or applicant who is eligible for Dropbox.).
• Income Tax / Form 16 for last 3 years.
• Bank Statements / Passbook updated.
• Company registration proof if self mployed eg. Shop Act / MOA/ Deed.
• Last 6 months salary slips - if employed.
• Employment contract.
• If student School/College ID card.
• Retire letter/ Pension Order - if retired.
• Tour Plan.
• Hotel bookings - if any.
• Air tickets - if any

Any other financial documents like FD, Shares, Mutual Funds, NSC, PPF, Property papers or any other financial documents.Documents if someone else is sponsoring the trip

• Sponsor letter with signature ID proof.
• Income Tax / Form 16 for last 3 years.
• Bank Statements / Passbook updated.
• Any other financial documents like FD, Shares, Mutual Funds, NSC, PPF, Property papers or any other financial documents.

Documents if someone else is sponsoring the trip

• Sponsor letter with signature ID proof.
• Income Tax / Form 16 for last 3 years.
• Bank Statements / Passbook updated.
• Any other financial documents like FD, Shares, Mutual Funds, NSC, PPF, Property papers or any other financial documents.

USA Visa Processing and Procedure :

Documents required for getting the process start :

• Original Passport (06 months valid from the date of travel) +Previous Passport
• Our USA Visa Manual Form

USA Visa Procedure :

• After receiving the above documents we will first be filling your online DS-160 form. After filling all the information online forms will be send for verifying.
• Once the confirmation is received for the form we will confirm the form and create the CEAC confirmation of the form.(Once the forms are confirmed no changes will be made.)
• Online profile will be created after the form is confirmed for paying the visa fees for scheduling the appointment. Activation takes 24 to 48 working days from the day of visa payment is made. Once the receipt is activated than your visa appointment will be scheduled.

Visa Fees: US $160 per person

Documents Required for United Kingdom Tourist Visa :

• Original passport with 06 Months validity from the date of travel. + Old Passports if any.
• 2 Color photograph with white background, matte finish size 35 mm X 45 mm 80% face Size .
• Covering letter mentioning your travel details and stay details while in UK.
• Original Bank statement for last 6 months updated with healthy and sufficient balance.
• Income tax / Form 16 for last 3 years.
• Salary Slips for last 6 months - if employed.
• Original Leave letter from employer/school/college.
• Retirement Letter if retired.
• School / College ID proof - if student.
• Retirement proof eg.pension passbook/slips if retired.
• Other financial papers NSC, PPF, Bonds, FD, shares property papers, etc.
• Minor travelers:
• a). A minor accompanied by one parent shall provide a Original notarized NOC by the other parent , plus copies of parents passports or ID.
• b). A minor travelling alone shall provide a Original notarized NOC by both parents / legal guardians, plus copies of parents passports or ID..

Note* Prior appointment required for submission of application.

Note* There should be no cuts,mehendi or scratches on your hands as Biometric will be taken while submission of application.

Visa Fees: INR 8300/- per person

Visa Processing Time: 10-15 working days

Documents Required for Schengen/Europe Tourist Visa :

• One special kind of tourist visa that enables either transit through or an intended stay within the territory of the Schengen Member States for the duration of maximum 90 days (short stay) within a 180-day period. Indian passport holders can apply for a Schengen Visa at the Embassy of any of the 26 Member States..
• Currently, there are 26 Schengen Area Member States, 22 of which comprise of European Union Member States..
• India is one of the most important tourist markets for Europe with over 10 million Indians traveling to Europe every year. That number is expected to grow up to 15 million in 2020.
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• Document Requirements for Indian Passport Holders :
• A general presentation of the documents requested in order to apply for a Schengen Visa in India
• Download the application form, fill it completely and with sincerity. You can also fill the Schengen Visa application form electronically and then print a hard-copy.
• Two photos must be attached; the photo should be of passport format – a recent whole-face capture with a light background. Learn more about visa photo requirements for Indian citizens.
• Your passport and copies of your previous visas – valid for at least 3 months beyond return date – are required. Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
• Travel Insurance for Schengen visa in India – You can book online through MAWISTA by ALLIANZ or via any travel insurance company in India that meets the following requirements: Medical coverage of at least Euro 30,000. Medical evacuation/ repatriation must be covered.
• A cover letter stating the purpose of visit and itinerary.
• Flight itinerary reservation with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from the specified state/states. You can read everything about flight itinerary for visa application here.
• Proof of accommodation for the whole duration of the intended stay. Learn more about Hotel Booking for Visa application here.
• Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable).
• Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay.

If you are employed :

• Employment contract.
• Current bank statement, of latest 6 months (Online Bank statements are not acceptable)..
• Leave permission from your employer.
• Income Tax Return (ITR) form or Certificate of Income Tax deducted at the source of salaryz.

If self-employed :

• A copy of your business license in India.
• Company bank statement of the latest 6 months.
• Income Tax Return (ITR).

If a student :

• Proof of enrollment.
• No-objection certificate from school or university.

If retired :

• Pension statement of the latest 6 months.

If applicable:

• Regular income generated by property proof of the latest 6 months.

*Note: The signed application form must be accompanied by the rest of the mandatory documents, then handed personally at the correct Embassy/Consulate or its representatives in India.

Who Can Apply for a Schengen Visa in India?

• All Indian citizens as well as citizens of other countries that are currently legally residing in India can apply for a Schengen Visa in India.
  Other Indian citizens currently residing elsewhere may only apply for a Schengen Visa in India if they are legally present there and provide a justification for doing so while in India rather than in their current country of residence.

Which Member State Examines and Decides on my Visa Application?

• The Member State competent for deciding on your visa application must be:
• The Member State that is your sole destination of visit.
• The Member State whose territory is the main destination of your visit (as far as length or purpose of stay), or.
• The Member State whose borders you intend to cross first to enter the Schengen Area.

What if the Schengen country you intend to visit has no Embassy/Consulate in India?

• In this case or if the present Embassy/Consulate in India is not currently issuing visas, then your Schengen visa application should be submitted to the Schengen member state “representing” this specific country regarding visas.

Applications can be submitted to :

• Schengen visa application for Greece from Goa must be submitted to the Portuguese Consulate General in Goa, India.
• Schengen visa application for Slovakia from Mumbai must be submitted at the Hungarian General Consulate in Mumbai, India..
• Schengen visa application for Slovenia from Goa must be submitted at the Portugal General Consulate in Goa, India..
• Schegen visa application for Iceland must be submitted at the Danish Embassy in New Delhi, India..
• Schengen vsa application must be submitted at the Embassy of Switzerland in New Delhi, India..

What if I apply at the Member State or Consulate that is not competent for deciding on my Visa Application?

• In such cases, the Consular post will, without delay, return the application form and any other documents submitted by the applicant, reimburse the visa fee, and indicate in which competent consulate you should apply next.

Visa Fees are waived for

• Indian children under 6 years of age.
• Indian pupils, graduate and postgraduate students as well as accompanying children, who undertake the journey for educational training and study purposes.
• Up to 25-year-old representatives of non-profit organizations travelling as participants in seminars, sports, cultural or educational events by other-non profit organizations, and conferences.
• Indian researchers travelling to carry out scientific research.

The following Indian applicants may also be waived the visa fee

• Holders of diplomatic and service passports.
• 25-year-old participants of sports, cultural or educational events, seminars – organized by other non-profit organizations.
• Children of ages 6 up to 12.
• Any other information on additional visa fee waivers for specific applicant category and visa fee waivers provided by the Schengen states, should be sought on the websites of each individual Member State.

When Should I Apply for my Schengen Visa?

• The best time to apply is at least 15 days before the intended visit to Europe. If you can apply even earlier than that, it is even better – although not earlier than 3 months before the intended visit!
  Holders of multiple-entry visas may apply six months before the expiry date of the valid visa.

Do I Need an Appointment in order to Submit my Application?

Yes, applicants are advised to check whether they need to make an appointment with the specific Embassy in order to deliver the application.

How Long does it Take until the Final Decision?

• Applications should be made final within 15 calendar days from the date you submitted the visa application in the corresponding Embassy.
• This period may be extended up to 30 days, maximum, especially in cases when further requirements are made to the applicant. In some rare cases, it may lead up to 60 days, the maximum.

What should I do if my Visa Gets Refused?

• If you have been refused a visa, you have the right to appeal! All appeals must be conducted against the final decisive Member State in accordance with the national law of the specified Member State..
• Every Member State, upon refusal, indicates the references to their exact national laws and the specific procedure that is related to the right of appeal, as well as the authorities with which you should appeal and the time limit for delivering the appeal..
• Find out 12 Common Reasons Why Visa Applications Get Rejected!.

What documents should I bring with me when travelling on a Schengen Visa?

• At the external borders, all visa holders can be requested the documents that justify the purpose and the conditions of their stay as well as proof of sufficient means of subsistence for the period intended to travel and stay as well as for returning to the country of origin or transit to a third state, for which you possess proof of admission.
• If you do not have the above-mentioned documents, you must acquire such means lawfully!
• For Indian Citizens living in the US, please read: Applying for a Schengen Visa in United States.
• For Indian Citizens living in the United Kingdom, please read: Applying for a Schengen Visa from UK.

List of Embassies and Consulates of Schengen Countries in India -

• Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spanish, Sweden & Switzerland.

Visa Fees: INR 2900/- pp Single Entry

Visa Fees: INR 4000/-pp Double Entry

Visa Processing Time: 5-6 Working Days

*Note:

• Visa Fee Subject to Change.
• Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change. Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your application.

Visa Fees: INR 2900/- pp Single Entry

Visa Fees: INR 4000/-pp Double Entry

Visa Processing Time: 5-6 Working Days