India•AsiaOfficial Visa (O)
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 official/service passports visiting India for official government business.
The Official Visa is intended for holders of official or service passports traveling to India for official government business. Similar to the Diplomatic Visa, it is provided gratis and requires a Note Verbale to verify the official nature of the visit. Applicants must use the Regular/Paper visa portal for submission.
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must hold a valid Official/Service Passport.
Submission of a Note Verbale.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Official/Service Passport
Note Verbale
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Gratis processing
- Expedited handling
Worth Knowing
- Strictly for official government business
- Requires official/service passport
- Lack of official 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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