(The Information below applies to UK citizens. However any non UK citizens need to apply to the Indian High commission or independent agencies in their own country)

You will need a full passport, valid for 6 months after your return.

You will also need a Visa to visit India – we recommend the official site of the High Commission for India which is
www.vfsglobal.co.uk

This will link you to everything you need to access your Visa requirements i.e. fees, documentation required, validity of Visas etc.

Contact: e-mail info.inuk@vfshelpline.com

Premium Rate Call Number 09057570045

Calls are 95p per minute plus call set-up and other network extras.

The cost stated is from a BT land line. The cost from other landlines and mobile networks may vary and may include additional tariffs. Premium rates are subject to change.

India Application Centre

1 – 3 Canalside
Uxbridge Road
Hayes,Middlesex UB4 0JN

Submission of Applications: 08.30 am – 14.30 pm Mondays - Fridays

Passport collection 13.00 pm - 16.30 pm Mondays - Fridays

NO PARKING ON SITE – CLAMPING IS IN OPERATION IN FRONT OF FIAT CAR SHOWROOM.

If applying through Cardiff, Glasgow or Manchester, applications must be in person – DO NOT SEND DOCUMENTATION TO THESE CENTRES.

Birmingham, Edinburgh and London applications can be made by post. Details of all Application Centres can be found on
www.vfsglobal.co.uk

Currently, there is an £8.86p service charge per application which is nonrefundable.

You are also required to submit documents by registered post together with a SAE for the return of your documents.

You can use an alternative Broker who may offer you a faster service. Try www.Indiavisaheadoffice.co.uk This site has an excellent on-line service with audio information.

Currently, due to the Swine Influenza, there is a Health Card which must be completed where passengers may be screened at the Indian airports.