1.Visa application form duly filled on line and signed. Signatures should match with the signature printed on your passport.

2.Original passport valid for a minimum of 6 months

3.A photocopy of the data page of the passport

4.Old passport, if any

5.Two recent photographs of the size of 51mm X 51mm with light background. Photos must be pasted page 1 of the form.

6. Invitation letter from the Indian host with contact details and scanned copy of Passport/PAN/Aadhar card to be mailed to HCI email visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in) with copy to the applicant. Applicant is to attach a printout of the invitation and the email with the visa application form.

7.Travel and Hotel Bookings (Detailed itinerary of places to be visited in India)

8.Bank Statement for last six months

1. Visa application form duly filled on line and signed. Signatures should match with the signature printed on your passport.

2. Original passport valid for a minimum of 6 months

3. Two recent photographs of the size of 51mm X 51mm with light background. Photos must be pasted page 1 of the form.

4. Copy of Confirmed air ticket

1. Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form for patient and attendant (if applicable). Applicant/Attendant should be present in person.

2. Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background, one pasted at the application and other attached.

3. Letter of invitation from an approved Hospital/recognized Doctor in India mentioning name of patent/attendant(s), Passport number(s), illness, duration of treatment and estimated cost of treatment; (Letter should be sent to visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in)

4. Medical documents establishing the need for taking medical treatment in India along with local hospital/doctor referral letter; (Letter should be emailed to visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in)

5. Proof of availability of sufficient funds for stay in India including the expenses for medical treatment by producing original documents such as Bank statement (past three months), salary certificate, sponsorship/insurance letter etc.; [ If bank statement is issued by another individual, letter of financial undertaking from sponsor and proof of relationship with patient.]

6. Proof of relationship with attendant

7. Medical Visa Undertaking specifying the purpose of visit to India and return to home country after treatment

8. For Minor children, consent from both parents.

9. In case of follow up treatment, previous medical papers and discharge summary from Indian hospital is to be attached to the application.

* Additional documents may also be required of you at the time of interview at the discretion of the Consular Officer.

1. Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form

2. Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background

3. Invitation letter from Indian company/ business association/organization/exhibitors etc mentioning the name of applicant, passport number, duration and purpose of the visit along with the registration certificate of the company. (The same should be sent from the official email id of the company on company letterhead with mobile number of contact person to visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in. )

4. Letter of introduction/sponsorship from the local company mentioning the position held by the individual along with the registration certificate of the company. (The same should be sent from the official email id of the company on company letterhead with mobile number of contact person to visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in.)

5. Bank statement of the company/individual sponsoring the trip.

6. Employee ID Card (Copy is to be attached with application form. Original ID card to be brought when coming for visa appointment/interview)

* Conference visa is granted for international conferences held to discuss a particular subject or for a seminar or workshop on a specific subject. Conference visa may also be issued for business meetings, to discuss business matters of a particular company/ organization and Board meetings.

* Conference visa shall be granted to delegates on production of an invitation letter from the organizer(s), a copy of Ministry of Home Affairs (Foreigners Division) clearance for holding the conference and a copy of the communication from the Ministry of External Affairs conveying political clearance

Documents required:

1. Original passport valid for a minimum of 6 months (or for the validity requested, whichever is greater)

2. Letter of invitation by name (of the applicant) with an e-mail copy to the Mission by the organizers at  visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in. Invitation is to be forwarded from the official email id of the organizer on company letterhead with mobile number of contact person.

3. Introduction letter in original from the Employer (forwarded from the official email id of the employer on company letterhead with mobile number of contact person to visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in

4. Necessary clearances from Government of India (Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs and concerned nodal Ministry) for International Events.

5. Employee ID Card (Copy is to be attached with application form. Original ID card to be brought when coming for visa appointment/interview)

6. Certified bank-statement for the last 3 months of company/individual sponsoring the trip.

* Additional documents may also be required of you at the time of interview by the Consular Officer.

1. Original passport valid for a minimum of 6 months (or for the validity requested, whichever is greater)

2. Admission letter in original duly signed and stamped with contact details from an Indian university/school or higher education establishment to follow a full-time course.

3. Copies with originals of applicant’s previous educational qualifications i.e. Primary & Secondary certificates, Mark Sheets, Diploma, etc duly attested either by the  Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Ministry of Education.

4. A letter of support with contact details from the parent/guardian accompanied by a bank guarantee/certificate with a copy of Identity Card. In case of sponsorship of higher education from the State Government or any other Organization, a letter in original duly stamped and signed with contact details of the officer concerned.

5. Evidence of transfer of adequate funds for at least 4 months sustenance in India or production of traveller’s cheques for a similar amount.

6. Indian university/ college/ school to email following to HCI email visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in from their official email id with copy to the applicant: 

a. Offer /admission letter

b. Undertaking by Indian university/ college/ school to be responsible for the student during his stay in India and undertake regular FRRO verifications.

7. Student visas would be considered only for regular academic courses from renowned Indian Universities that are accredited from concerned bodies of the Govt of India.

- Additional documents may also be required of you at the time of interview by the Consular Officer.

- In case of medical/ paramedical education, a ‘No Objection Letter’ from the Ministry of Health, Government of India is also required to be furnished. Maximum of three entries are allowed in a year. Visa holders are required to register with the nearest Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO)/Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) within 14 days of arrival in India.

1. Original passport valid for a minimum of 6 months (or for the validity requested, whichever is greater)

2. Research project draft giving full justification (including the benefit he/she would get) for doing the research in India (copy);

3. Indian university/ college/ school to email following to HCI email visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in from their official email id with copy to the applicant: 

    a. Offer /admission letter

    b. Research project draft and the duration of such research work.

4. A letter of support with contact details from the parent/guardian accompanied by a bank guarantee/certificate with a copy of ID Card. In case of sponsorship any other Organization, a letter in original duly stamped and signed with contact details of the officer concerned.

Additional documents may also be required of you at the time of interview by the Consular Officer.

1. Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form

2. Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background

3. Original passport valid for a minimum of 6 months (or for the validity requested, whichever is greater)

4. The original proper Employment Contract of the applicant to emailed to HCI email visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in.

5. Certificate of Incorporation of the Indian company and in case of an NGO, copy of registration.

6. Photocopies of the diplomas or professional certificates justifying the applicant’s expertise in the proposed field of work along with the originals duly attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Ministry of Education

Additional documents may also be required of you at the time of interview by the Consular Officer.

All invitations from India to be forwarded to HCI email visa.nairobi@mea.gov.in

* A person of Indian origin; spouse and children of a person of Indian national or origin;

* Dependent of a person holding an Employment visa;

* Applicant seeking visa for Auroville Foundation;

* Applicant seeking admission in yoga, Vedic culture or Indian systems of dance and music;

* Applicant, who has purchased property in India with the approval of Reserve Bank of India and registered his/her property in India.

1. Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form

2. Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background

3. Original passport valid for a minimum of 6 months (or for the validity requested, whichever is greater)

4. Documentary evidence establishing applicant is PIO/spouse/children of Indian citizen/OCI card holder

5. In case, applicant wishes to join the Auroville Foundation, official invitation letter issued by the Secretary of Auroville Foundation. This document must be provided in its original sealed envelope.

6. In case, the applicant is dependent of an Employment visa holder, official documentary evidence proving the dependence:, copy of the birth certificate, copy of the marriage certificate and photocopy of the valid Employment visa.

7. In case, the applicant wishes to pursue a course in yoga, Vedic culture/Indian system of dance and music, (i) letter of admission on letterhead duly stamped and signed from the recognised institution specifying the exact purpose of the visit and its duration, (ii) an official document attesting that the Institution is recognised by Ministry of Home Affairs and is authorised to enrol foreigners

8. In case of property purchased in India, copies of approval of Reserve Bank of India and registration of property.

9. In case of sports teams and sports persons, the requisite approval of the Indian Ministry of sports and Youth Affairs is required.

Additional documents may also be required of you at the time of interview by the Consular Officer.

The “Journalist” visa is a term given to a visa category grouping up multiple sectors of activity. Regardless of the purpose of visit (tourism, personal or professional), applicants working in the following fields of activity are obliged to apply exclusively for a “Journalist” visa: cinema, television, media, writing, publishing, press, photography, communication, advertising… (non-exhaustive list).

1. Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form

2. Original passport valid for a minimum of 6 months (or for the validity requested, if greater)

3. Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background

4. In case of a professional travel: letter from your employer specifying the exact purpose of your visit and the expected start and end dates. This letter should be on company’s letterhead and written in English with contact details.

5. Certified copy of bank statement for last three months

6. In case of film-shooting in India : authorization letter from the External Publicity Division of the Ministry of External Affairs in India or Consular Section of the High Commission of India, Nairobi.

* Please note that a 'journalist' traveling to India for tourist or personal purposes must apply for a Journalist visa and not for a Tourist visa.

* Additional documents may also be required of you at the time of interview by the Consular Officer.