If you’re interested in doing business in India, you’ll first need to figure out how to get a business visa to do so. Fortunately, getting an Indian Business Visa isn’t the most complicated process in the world; you just need to follow these five tips to get one successfully.
What is needed to get an Indian business visa?
First, you’ll need to make sure that you’re eligible. If you’re not a permanent resident of India, it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to qualify. If your company doesn’t have an office in India and is only working in partnership with another Indian business, then there’s no guarantee that you’ll be able to meet all of their visa requirements either. You can find out more about your chances by filling out an online assessment from IndianVisaPro or contacting one of their advisors directly. Once it’s confirmed that getting an Indian business visa is possible, though, there are still some steps involved.
How long will it take?
How long will it take? Well, that depends on what you’re doing and how much time you have. If you’re in urgent need of a Business Visa for India because your current Indian visa is about to expire, or you simply don’t want to risk missing out on an important business opportunity, then we can definitely help. We’ll get to work straight away on your application so that we can present your situation in as clear-cut and favorable away as possible. But if you’re looking at expanding your business into multiple cities across India—particularly large ones like New Delhi or Mumbai—then things might move slower.
Do I need an invitation letter?
If you don’t have an invitation letter, you will be required to submit a business proposal. If your business has no prior ties with India, you will also need to submit proof of financial solvency (your bank statement). The usual visa duration is 30 days, but it can be extended in certain cases. The processing time is about 15–30 days depending on your case, which means if all goes well, you should get your visa within two months of applying.
How much should I budget?
You should budget anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000 per day depending on how you want to travel and where you want to stay. If you plan on staying in less expensive guesthouses and eating street food, then expect to spend closer to $1,000 per day. If you plan on staying in four-star hotels and fine dining restaurants (and splurging every once in a while), then budget closer to $3,000 per day. You’ll want extra cash if your trip involves multiple cities. Keep in mind that currency exchange rates change often so it may be best not to budget based on dollar amounts but instead by exchange money prior to your trip so that you know exactly how much cash you have available for your trip.
How to prepare your documents?
Make sure you have all of your documents in order. What you’ll need to submit depends on what type of visa you’re applying for and if your business is based in an international location outside of India. The best way to prepare your documentation is by checking with your local Indian embassy or consulate. They can give you an idea of exactly what they want to see and how they want it delivered (which will be specific depending on where you are). You may even be able to find templates online that can help make filling out documents easier. Even if there isn’t a sample available, as long as you have someone from which to ask questions, it should be relatively easy and straightforward to prepare everything yourself.