India Guide: Visas & Permits

Which documents do you need when going abroad? What are the regulations on visas and residence permits? Our legal guide will help you understand the paperwork you need to complete before moving abroad.

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  Visas

  Who needs a Visa for India and which types are there?

  The first thing you need to organize for your move to India is your visa. There are no visas issued on arrival, so you will have to apply for a visa at an embassy or consulate in your home country.

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  Registration and Residence Permits for India

  Who needs to register?

  Foreigners entering India for a stay longer than 180 days are required to register with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO), or with the superintendent of the local police station under whose jurisdiction they propose to stay. People of Indian origin need to register as well.

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  Foreigners of Indian origin

  Where to apply for OCI and PIO Cards?

  If you are not Indian national but carry a valid PIO (Person of Indian Origin) or OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) Card along with your valid national passport, you are allowed to enter India without a separate visa.

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  Indian Citizenship

  Who can apply for India citizenship?

  Indian citizenship can be acquired either by registration or naturalization. The exact process for becoming an Indian citizen depends on your nationality and whether you have Indian origin or not.

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  Driving Licence

  Who needs a drivers licence for India?

  If you want to drive any kind of motor vehicle in India you need to have either an Indian or an International driving license. The minimum age for driving in India is 16 for motorcycles of 50cc or less and 18 for all other vehicles.

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