India•AsiaDiplomatic Visa (D)
At a Glance
4–5 days
Free
varies
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Overview
For holders of diplomatic passports assigned to diplomatic missions or visiting for official government business.
The Diplomatic Visa is reserved for individuals holding diplomatic passports traveling to India for official government business or diplomatic assignments. It is processed free of charge and requires formal verification via a Note Verbale from the sending government. Applications must be submitted through the Regular/Paper visa portal.
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must hold a valid Diplomatic Passport.
Submission of a Note Verbale from the sending government.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Diplomatic Passport
Note Verbale
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Gratis processing
- Expedited handling
Worth Knowing
- Strictly for official government business
- Requires diplomatic credentials
- Lack of diplomatic status
- Missing Note Verbale
Application Process
Submit Note Verbale
Apply via Regular/Paper portal
Submit passport to mission
Application Forms
| Regular/Paper Visa Portal | Fill online |
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