How can I get a Business Visa to India from the UK?

If you are a resident of the UK and plan to expand to India, you will be required to go through a procedure to get the Indian Business Visa. 

 

What are The Different Types of Business Visas Available in India?

 

Like that of any other country, India has a few special requirements to issue a visa or business visa to UK citizens. The primary purpose of this visa is a business activity. Business visa are available for the employees of the organization in the UK, and the executives of company come to India for Meeting, Conference and other business activities. Employees can only start with the visa until they have access to the employment contract. 

 

 

What are the Requirements to Obtain Business Visa in India?

 

Individuals need to meet several requirements to qualify for a Business visa. The primary documents involved in obtaining a business visa to India are:

 

• A valid passport that is valid at least for a year and has three or more blank pages

• Passport size recent photographs.

• Employment contract from the organization in the UK which is written in English. The contract should contain the duration of the employment and all the terms and conditions.

• Application form of the visa

• Details of the Company of UK and In India where they came for business activities

• Other supporting documents such as a letter of recommendation or invitation letter.

 

Steps Needed to Take to Get a business Visa to India from the UK

 

Firstly, the employer would be expected to visit the website: http://evisamart.com/. The employer will be expected to fill the application form, complete it and then submit it with fees online. Once the application gets approved, the visa is mailed to the recipient. 

 

The visa processing takes about three business days right from the visa application receipt. However, employees are suggested to get through the entire process of visa well in advance. India's business visa is mainly valid for one year, though the visa extension period can get extended. The FRRO – Foreigners Regional Registration Office has the authority to extend visas in India. 

 

 Other Considerations:

The dependent or the spouse could be accompanying the applicant to apply for tourist visa. The duration of the visa is decided as per the application's leading visa. 

Employees should also know that their visa duration begins right from the day the visa gets issued and not from the time they enter India. Hence, duration should be kept in mind.