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Project Visa (P-Visa)
VisasIndiaProject Visa (P-Visa)
IndiaIndia•Asia
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Project Visa (P-Visa)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

21-90 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

The Project Visa is a specific, non-extendable (in terms of changing employers) visa for highly skilled foreign nationals coming to India to execute projects in the power and steel sectors.

The Project Visa is a highly specialized category restricted to skilled professionals working on power and steel sector projects in India. It is strictly tied to the project site and the sponsoring Indian company, prohibiting any other employment. Due to the nature of these projects, applications undergo rigorous case-by-case scrutiny by government authorities.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Only for skilled/highly skilled personnel.

Restricted to projects in the Power and Steel sectors.

Must have a contract with an Indian company.

Indian company must take responsibility for the applicant.

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Letter from the Indian company awarding the contract.

Letter from the foreign employer describing the project and job role.

Documentary proof of educational qualifications/professional expertise.

Proof of contract/appointment.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Facilitates specialized project work in critical infrastructure
  • Legally sanctioned work authorization for specific sites

Worth Knowing

  • Highly restrictive to specific projects
  • Long processing times due to case-by-case review
  • Requires MHA approval for extended stays
  • Projects outside of Power and Steel sectors
  • Unskilled labor
  • Changing project sites or employers

Application Process

1

Secure contract with Indian company in Power/Steel sector.

2

Submit application via Indian Mission.

3

Undergo case-by-case examination by authorities.

4

Register with FRRO/FRO within 14 days of arrival if staying > 180 days.

Application Forms

Indian e-Visa PortalFill online

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