Diplomatic Visa in India

Eligibility Criteria for a Diplomatic/Official Visa in India

1. An applicant should have a Diplomatic/Official passport of his or her origin country.
2. Foreign nationals, who are holding their Diplomatic/Official passports and who are already residing in India are eligible to apply for Diplomatic/Official visas through the official online portal.
3. An ordinary passport holder is not eligible to apply for a Diplomatic/Official visa.

Required Documents

1. The passport should have a validity of at least 6 months from the application date and with two blank pages for official stamp purpose.
2. Two recently taken photos on a white or light background, each of the size 3.5 × 3.5 cm.
3. A copy of the first and last page of the passport that contains information of the applicant's name, address, date of birth, expiry date, nationality, etc.
4. A copy of the printed copy of the visa application.
5. An invitation letter from India.
6. A proof of the applicant's residential address.
7. While submitting the visa application, an applicant has to upload the documents that are indicated for a service type. Subsequently, a few more documents can be uploaded too via his/her application ID.
8. An applicant has to submit his/her Diplomatic/Official passport at the MEA (Ministry of External Affairs) and CPV division, only after receiving an information receipt from the CPV division. This will be notified to the applicant via an e-mail or SMS.

Application Timings for Diplomatic Visa

The consulate hours for a diplomatic/official visa is from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on all 7 days of the week.

Fees and Charges

There is no fee and no service charge for a diplomatic/official visa.

Visa Processing Time

It takes about 4 to 5 working days for the visa to process. If everything is okay, the visa will be stamped and issued within this period. However, if the administrative process delays, the applicant will be notified either by an e-mail or SMS.

How to Apply for a Diplomatic Visa

Given below are the steps you will have to follow to apply for a diplomatic visa:

1. Click on the link https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html.
2. Click on 'Regular/Paper Visa Application'. You will be directed to a new page.
3. Enter details such as the country or region you are applying from, Indian Mission/Office, email ID, date of birth, and expected date of arrival. Under the 'Visa Type' options select 'Diplomatic Visa' as your option, and select an option applicable to you under the 'Purpose' category.
4. Enter the text into the box and click on 'Continue'.
5. You will then have to upload the necessary documents. Once the application is submitted successfully, you will receive an Application ID which you can use for future reference.

Other Services Available via the Diplomatic Visa Online Portal

1. Transfer of diplomatic or official visa
2. Conversion to diplomatic or official visa.
3. Extension of diplomatic or official visa.

Whom to Contact for Diplomatic Visa-Related Queries

Shri Harvinder Singh Under Secretary (PV) CPV Division Ministry of External Affairs New Delhi Phone: 011-23386630 Email:dspv@mea.gov.in Appellate authority Dr. Adarsh Swaika Joint Secretary CPV Division Ministry of External Affairs Phone: 011-23387104 Fax: 011-23782821 Email:jscpv@mea.gov.in