An applicant first needs to login and fill application at online official visa platform: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/Registration. Please see the steps below to undertand the complete process

Original passport with a minimum validity of six months at the time of submitting visa application for grant of visa and at least two blank pages must be submitted with the application.

(Note: If the validity of a passport of a French national is less than 6 months, she/he can obtain an emergency passport and can apply on this emergency passport for regular paper visa)

Personal details must match exactly as mentioned in the passport. Applicant is wholly responsible for accuracy of information.

Only photographs meeting Indian specifications will be accepted. Please refer to the link for photo requirements Click here: PHOTO_GUIDELINES.pdf 

Note: A self-service photo booth (Photomaton) is available at the Embassy of India, Paris.

• Foreign passport holders must provide a copy of a valid French residence permit.
• Nationals not required to hold a French residence permit must submit a recent utility bill (electricity/gas/landline).

Note: Applicants holding Stateless or Refugee Travel Documents must select their nationality as “Refugee” while filling the visa application form.

Parents/Guardians of Minor Visa applicants are required to submit duly signed ‘Minor Travel Authorization form’ along with visa applications of Minors. (Download Minor Travel Authorization form Here)

Your payment allows you to deposit a visa application. The latter can be accepted, refused or modified by the Embassy of India in its full right. Visa fee once paid is non-refundable, even in a case of a visa refusal or canceling of an application except in cases of multiple or excess payments made in error. In case of excess or multiple payments, the excess payment will be refunded. One has to apply to the nodal Consular officer at: cons.paris@mea.gov.in for the refund of excess payment within three months of such excess / multiple payment with proof.

Applicants are advised not to make final bookings for air tickets, hotel accommodations, or other travel arrangements until the visa has been granted.  Please note that the validity of the visa begins from the date of issue, not from the intended date of travel. Applicants are advised to plan their travel accordingly. Travel arrangements must align with the visa’s validity and should be made only after visa issuance.

Note: The Embassy of India reserves the right to request additional documentation or clarification from the applicant at any stage of the visa application process.

The grant of a visa is a sovereign right of the Government of India. Submission of a visa application, along with required documents, does not guarantee approval of visa. The visa may be refused without assigning any reason.

1. 1. Begin your visa application by completing the online form on the official website of the Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, i.e. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/Registration
2. 2. Select the correct Indian Mission (Embassy of India, Paris) and visa category.
3. 3. Fill in all required details accurately.
4. 4. Take a print out of the visa application form submitted online, sign (at two places), and paste photographs (at two places) in the completed form.

Note: Submitting the online form alone does not complete the application process. You must submit the printed visa application form along with supporting documents in person at the Indian Embassy at 20-22 Rue Alberic Magnard 75016 Paris and pay the corresponding visa fees, after taking an online appointment

1. 1. After completing the online form, book your appointment on the Embassy’s official appointment portal (Book online appointment)
2. 2. An appointment confirmation email will be sent to you.

What to Bring:

1. 1. Your original passport
2. 2. Printed and signed visa application form along with photographs (as per above specification) 
3. 3. All supporting documents (originals and photocopies); please attach supporting documents as mentioned under each category of visa.

1. 1. Applicants could check the status of their visa applications on the following link: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/StatusEnquiry
2. 2. Applicants should also regularly check their emails provided in the visa application for any emails sent by Embassy regarding any requirements for the visa application.
3. 3. Once the status of the visa application shows “Granted and Printed” applicant could visit Embassy on any working day from 2 PM to 0430 PM for collection of their passports and registration of Biometrics.

(NOTE: There is no requirement of an appointment for collection of passport)

• Arrive no earlier than 10 minutes before your appointment.
• Keep your passport, appointment letter and receipts (for collection of passports) ready for inspection while entering the Embassy.
• Only the applicant or his/her authorized representative will be permitted inside. One parent may accompany minors under 18.
• If you miss your appointment, a new one must be booked after 24 hours.

[Note on Security Procedures: Security checks of bag and other belongings would be conducted before entry into the Embassy Premises]

1. 1. It is mandatory for all the visa applicants to visit the Embassy in-person for submitting of application as well as the biometrics (Photograph and finger prints). It may be noted that, submission of biometrics is a mandatory requirement. However, applicants below the age of 12 years and above the age of 70 years are exempted from registration of biometrics.
2. 2. Religious headgear is allowed but your forehead, face, and ears must be visible.
3. 3. Avoid light-coloured clothing; bright colours are recommended.
4. 4. Ensure your fingertips are free from mehndi, cuts, or markings.

Applicants should collect their passport/documents directly from the Embassy (On any working day from 2 PM to 0430 PM) only after the status on the visa status link: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/StatusEnquiry shows ‘Granted and Printed’.

Issued to: Diplomats/persons visiting to India for joining foreign embassies or consulates or international organizations in India; or are on a short term visit on a diplomatic mission; dependents of diplomats holding diplomatic passports are eligible for Diplomatic Dependent Visas.

Documents Required: Visa is issued based on Note Verbales and invitation letters issued from Foreign Office/Embassy/ International organizations.