|
Kerala & Indian Visa Requirements
British passport holders, including children, require a visa to enter Kerala. The general requirements for an Indian visa are:
- Full passport (valid for at least six months on your return date)
- Correct visa fee (see Kerala Visa Fees below)
- Two Recent passport-size photographs
- Supporting documents, where necessary
- Duly completed visa application form
 Download Indian Visa Application form
How To Apply
It is very important to make sure that you have sufficient time to obtain a visa before travelling. It is our recommendation that you apply as soon as you can. If you are 90% sure that you will be going to India but have not yet booked, you should still consider getting your visa now, rather than waiting until you book (Visa's are valid for 6 months from date of issue). This will also give you the flexibility of booking late, if you a re looking for a late booking bargain.
Applying by Post
The High Commission of India, London, has decided to restore receiving Indian visa applications through Royal Mail special delivery service. It is advised that you should allow a minimum of 10 working days for processing of postal applications excluding postal transit. The general information for application by post is given at the High Commission of India, London website.
Applying by Authorised Agent
Tourists can also apply either through an authorised visa agent (www.hcilondon.net). It is recommended to use a visa agency if you don't mind the additional expense.
Applying In Person
You can apply in person at one of offices below. If you decide to apply in person during peak periods you should expect delays, which is why we strongly advise the use of an authorised agent. However, if you are travelling to one of the below offices we can recommend that you arrive as early as possible, preferably by 06:00 to ensure same day service. If you arrive before 08:30 you should receive a 'queue ticket' for a time slot around a week later, but this involves two visits.
High Commission of India
India House, Aldwych, London WC2B 4NA
Queue numbers are issued between 8.30 a.m. and 12.00 noon Mondays to Fridays
Tel: 0207 6323149 / 0207 632 3152.
Consulate General of India, Birmingham
20 Augusta Street, Jewellery Quarter, Hockley, Birmingham, B18 6JL.
Tel: 0121 212 2782
Consulate General of India, Edinburgh
17 Rutland Square, Edinburgh, EH1 2BB.
Tel: 0131 229 2144
Indian Visa Application Guidelines
We can recommend the following guidelines depending on when you are departing:
• Departing at least a month away
Use the postal application route, or a visa agency if you don't mind the additional expense.
• Departing 2-4 weeks away
Use a visa agency, or apply in person.
• Departing in the next 2 weeks
Use a visa agency if they can guarantee the timescale, or apply in person.
Kerala & Indian Visa Fees
Tourist Visa Fee for India £30.00, this is a short duration visa for the purpose of a holiday to India/Goa/Kerala.
**Important Visa Information**
All visa information is correct as of September 2007 and applies to holders of British passports. Passengers are advised to check the current regulations. Please note that Indian passport holders are not allowed to travel on charter flights to Kerala. The maximum stay allowed on a holiday to Goa is 28 nights.
Search for Kerala holidays
|
