India•AsiaBusiness Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Regular business visa for establishing industrial/business ventures, exploring business opportunities, and purchasing/selling industrial products. Obtained through embassy with multiple entries.
The Business visa is designed for professionals establishing business ventures, exploring business opportunities, and engaging in commercial activities in India. It provides longer validity than e-Business visas and can be extended.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
1,625,000 INR
per year
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months from application date months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity with 2 blank pages
Passport photos
4x6cm recent color photographs
Visa application form
Completed and signed form
Business letter
Letter from employer on company letterhead explaining business purpose
Company registration certificate
Proof of business registration in home country
Proof of financial stability
Bank statements or financial documents
Indian business entity letter
Letter of introduction/support from registered Indian business entity
Certificate of incorporation
Certificate of incorporation of Indian business entity if applicable
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Advantages
- Multiple entries
- Extendable up to 5 years total
- Allows business venture establishment
- Family/dependents can get dependent visa
- Good for long-term business activities
Considerations
- Longer processing time
- Requires embassy/consulate visit
- More documentation required
- Need letter from Indian business entity
- Subject to police verification
Application Process
Prepare business documents
Gather company registration, incorporation certificate, and business details
Schedule embassy appointment
Book visa interview at Indian embassy/consulate
Submit application
File visa application with supporting documents at mission
Attend interview
Appear for visa interview with documents
Biometric collection
Provide biometric data if required
Receive visa
Collect stamped passport with business visa
Application Forms
Business Visa Application Form
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