Visa Information

Every international visitor should check with his or her local consulate regarding visa and entry regulations for India. Visa application forms are available at the office of Indian Embassy in the country where the NRI/PIO resides. Visa form for nationals of Pakistan and Bangladesh are generally different. All NRIs/PIOs, including children (who don't possess OCI or PIO card) need to apply for Visa in separate visa forms.

Documents Required for Visa

Generally the following documents are required for obtaining Indian Visa. However, the requirement may vary from country to country.

• Original passport valid for at least 6 months
• Visa fee
• Two passport size photographs
• Supporting documents, where necessary
• Duly completed application form
• Letter of Invitation issued by the conference organizers for obtaining Conference Visa

Letter of Invitation

Request a Letter of Invitation through the registration process. The sooner you request your letter of invitation, the better. With recent changes in the immigration laws, it may take longer to apply for a visitor visa.

• Nationals of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, China, Pakistan and Sri Lanka should apply as soon as possible to increase the chances of getting a Visa and their application should be supported by a Letter of Invitation from the Conference.
• Confirmed delegates, who have paid their registration fee, are automatically assisted by a Letter of Invitation by the SOLARCON India 2012 Organizing Committee for obtaining the Indian Visa. However, the Organizing Committee doesn’t guarantee the issuance of India Visa, which lies in the sole discretion of Government of India.

Please contact Maya Suresh at msuresh@semi.org if you have further questions.