Select a destination to view document requirements and processing times. All information is indicative; always verify with the consulate before applying.
Australia
60 working days
Checklist
Passport Copy: Valid for more than 6 months with minimum 3 blank pages.
Old Passport (if any).
Visa and Immigration Stamp Pages (if any).
Identity Proof: Aadhar Card or PAN Card.
Two recent photos (Size: 35x45mm, White Background, Matte Finish, 80% Face).
Business Person: Covering letter on company letterhead with travel dates (Attention To: Visa Officer, The Australian High Commission, New Delhi).
Occupation proof: Company registration, partnership deed, memorandum, etc. (copy).
Salaried Person: Last 3 months' salary slips.
Original leave sanctioned letter with company stamp.
Student (Child): School/College ID (copy).
Child Under 18: Birth certificate (if any).
Family Visit: Invitation letter from inviter with passport copy, visa copy, utility bill, bank statement, invitee's email ID, and contact details.
Financial Documents: Latest 3-month updated bank statement with bank stamp (A4 size) – personal and company accounts, minimum balance approx. ₹2,00,000 and above.
3-year income tax returns (personal and company) – acknowledgment page only.
Air ticket and hotel details/vouchers (Optional).
Contact Information: Mobile number and email ID of the passenger.
For business travel, an invitation letter is also required.
Azerbaijan
3-4 working days
Checklist
Passport Colour Scan Copy: Scanned copy of front and last page in JPEG format. Passport must have validity of more than 6 months.
Hotel Details: Name and address of hotel(s) you plan to stay at during your visit.
China
30–40 working days
Passport
Clear scanned coloured copies of passport's First & Last Pages.
Original passport with minimum 6 months validity from intended arrival date. Must carry during submission.
Photograph
Clear scanned copy of recently taken photograph (35x45mm, 70-80% face coverage, white background).
Original photograph to be carried at time of submission.
Indian company: Nature of Business, Year of Establishment, Number of Employees.
Expense borne by applicant/Indian Company/Chinese Company (must match invitation letter).
Name, designation, email, contact of signatory.
Signed and stamped; company stamp must not overlap signature.
4. Invitation Letter & Chinese Company Documents
Invitation letter on Chinese company letterhead, addressed to: The Visa Officer, The Consulate General of the People's Republic of China, Mumbai, India.
Applicant's full name, gender, DOB, passport details exactly as per passport.
Subject: Request for Single Entry Business Visa.
Travel dates matching Covering Letter.
Expense borne by applicant/Indian Company/Chinese Company (must match Cover Letter).
Name, designation (English & Chinese), email, contact of signatory.
Signature in Chinese language only.
Company stamp: red, circular, must not overlap Chinese signature.
Chinese Company Business Registration/License (scanned copy).
Host ID Proof: Scanned copy of Chinese host's ID (name must match invitation letter signatory).
Dubai (UAE)
3-4 working days
Checklist
Coloured scanned copies of the first and last page of passport.
Recent passport-sized photo: 43 mm × 55 mm (4.3 cm × 5.5 cm), UAE-specific size for visa applications.
Copy of the Pan Card.
Ticket copy.
Clear copy of passport's external cover page (passport cover).
Hotel confirmation as per ticket provided.
Georgia
8–10 working days
Checklist
Photograph (passport size, studio clicked) – do not use old photos.
Passport Copy (scan in single PDF, only bio pages).
Electronic Bank Statement (Self/Sponsored) only in PDF format till date – last 6 months with minimum balance of ₹2 lakhs per person. Must be unmodified – no renaming or editing. Download directly from bank's website or app for authenticity.
Japan
12–15 working days
Original Passport of the Applicant.
2 Recent Photographs: 2 x 2 INCH, 80% face visible with white background. Passenger must sign behind photo on both photos.
Detailed Covering letter (Request for visa letter – if own business, on business letterhead with stamp & sign).
Leave sanctioned letter from company (if employed).
Copy of personal Income Tax papers for last 1 year.
Updated Bank statement for last 3 months with applicant's name, a/c no., bank seal & sign.
If Child: Student ID or Bonafide Certificate.
Hotel Confirmation with guest name, check-in, check-out, payment confirmation, hotel name and address.
Day by day tour schedule.
Air Tickets.
Original Passport of the Applicant.
2 Recent Photographs: 2 x 2 INCH, 80% face visible with white background. Passenger must sign behind photo on both photos.
Detailed Covering letter (Request for visa letter – if own business, on business letterhead with stamp & sign).
Copy of personal Income Tax papers for last 3 years.
Updated Bank statement for last 3 months with applicant's name, a/c no., bank seal & sign.
Invitation letter from Japan with sign & Seal.
Guarantee letter from Japan company with sign & seal.
Day by day schedule from Japan with sign & seal.
Air Ticket (Confirmed Return Ticket).
Saudi Arabia
8–10 working days
Online Appointment Letter.
Scan copy first and last Passport.
Photographs: 2 Recently Clicked (51x51mm, White Background, 80% Face Coverage, Matt Finished). No white shirt. Mention Applicant's Name & Passport Number behind each. Forehead clear, ears & shoulders visible, teeth not visible, no specs (glossy paper photo).
Flight Ticket (confirmed or tentative).
Hotel Booking.
Original Cover Letter: Request letter on Indian company letterhead with stamp and signature.
Original Degree Certificate.
Bank Statement: Last 3 months, minimum closing balance ₹2,00,000, must bear bank signature and stamp.
ITR / GST Returns / Salary Slips: Salary slips must include signature and stamp.
Leave Letter.
Day-to-Day Travel Itinerary.
Aadhaar Card.
PAN Card.
Contact number & email ID.
Online Appointment Letter.
Scan copy first and last Passport.
Photographs: 2 Recently Clicked (51x51mm, White Background, 80% Face Coverage, Matt Finished). No white shirt. Mention Name & Passport Number behind each. Forehead clear, ears & shoulders visible, teeth not visible, no specs (glossy paper photo).
Invitation Letter from the Saudi company.
Saudi Company CR Copy.
Original Cover Letter: On workplace company's letterhead with round stamp and authorized signature. Addressed to: The Head of Consular Section, Royal Consulate General of Saudi Arabia, Mumbai.
Original Degree Certificate of the applicant.
Original Recommendation Letter issued by Chamber of Commerce where workplace company is registered. Addressed to: The Head of Consular Section, Royal Consulate General of Saudi Arabia, Mumbai. Must be issued from same city where workplace company is registered.
Application Form: Fully completed and signed by applicant.
Photograph: One recent passport-size colour photo with white background, following ICAO specifications.
Passport/Travel Document: Issued within past 10 years (validity not exceeding 10 years). No handwritten passports, manual observations not accepted. Minimum validity: 3 months after intended stay with at least 2 blank pages.
Cover Letter: Explain purpose and details of visit.
Travel Medical Insurance: Coverage of at least €30,000. Valid in all Schengen countries for entire stay. Must cover medical repatriation, emergency medical attention, hospital treatment.
Passport Copies: Photocopies of first and last pages, all visas, and entry/exit stamps.
Previous Passport: If applicable.
Evidence of Employment:
Employee: Headed paper company's original approved letter, latest 3 months pay slips, latest 3 years ITR.
Self-Employed: Full Business Certificate of Incorporation + last 3 months Business & Personal Bank Statement + latest 3 years ITR.
Students: Original letter from school (dated within 30 days before submission) with full name of applicant, school name/address, school telephone, Head of Department signature.
Travel Itinerary and Accommodation: Confirmed hotel reservations covering all travel dates. If visiting other Schengen countries, provide hotel bookings for each. Confirmed flight tickets.
In Case of Sponsor: Invitation Letter from sponsor. Copy of sponsor's passport/identity card. Bank Statements for last 3 months with stamp/sign and ITR for last 3 years.
For Minors Traveling: If with one parent or third party, parents must sign Consent form at Consulate General of Italy, Mumbai (appointment needed). Alternatively, affidavit with no objection to travel, notarized, legalized, and Apostilled by MEA. For parents in Italy, self-declaration with authenticated signature from their Municipality.
Additional Documents: Passport and Visa Copies (first/last pages, previous Schengen visas, valid US/UK visas). Overseas Medical Insurance: Minimum 10 days coverage from travel date, €30,000 (must include repatriation clause). Air Ticket: Return flight details or reservation. Proof of Internal Schengen Travel: Tickets/bookings for internal travel (train, car rentals). Adharcard. Pancard.
Application Form: Fully completed and signed by applicant.
Photograph: One recent passport-size colour photo with white background, ICAO specifications.
Passport/Travel Document: Issued within past 10 years, validity not exceeding 10 years. No handwritten passports. Minimum validity: 3 months after intended stay with 2 blank pages.
Cover Letter: Explain purpose and details of visit.
Travel Medical Insurance: Coverage ≥ €30,000, valid all Schengen countries, covers repatriation/emergency/hospital.
Passport Copies: First/last pages, all visas, entry/exit stamps.
Previous Passport: If applicable.
Documentation proving economic status of sending Company:
Registration Certificates of Company or Proof of Board Membership for liberal professionals or Letter from Medical Institutions for doctors.
Bank statement of last six months.
Letter from Indian Company/Institution explaining purpose, professional status, activities, business relation with Italian company. Signed by authorized person with name and charge clearly identified.
Evidence of Employment: (same as tourist visa)
Letter of invitation from Italian company, in Italian (as per attached form), signed by authorized person, with photocopy of their picture ID (passport/identity card) containing relevant data, signature, validity.
VISURA CAMERALE OF THE ITALIAN COMPANY.
Travel Itinerary and Accommodation: Confirmed hotel reservations covering all dates. Hotel bookings for each Schengen country visited. Confirmed flight tickets.
In Case of Sponsor: (same as tourist visa)
For Minors Traveling: (same as tourist visa)
Additional Documents: (same as tourist visa) Adharcard. Pancard.
Singapore
6–7 working days
Original Passport with 6 months validity from intended arrival date.
2 Recently clicked photographs: 35x45mm, white background, 80% face coverage, matt finished. No white shirt. Mention Applicant's Name & Passport Number behind each photo.
Visa application form (14A) filled thoroughly, signatures with same ink.
Personal Covering letter: Name and passport numbers of passengers travelling together, date of travel, land itinerary and place of stay with sponsor's details, applicant's contact details (phone, email), employment details, local sponsor details (if applicable), acknowledged travel guidelines.
Ticket Copy (optional tentative date).
Confirm hotel voucher (optional – hotel name should be mentioned in cover letter).
Bank statements (six months, funds not less than ₹60,000).
Student ID (if studying in school or college).
Authorizations letter.
Occupation proof – Business or Employment proof.
Original Passport with 6 months validity from intended arrival date.
2 Recently clicked photographs: 35x45mm, white background, 80% face coverage, matt finished. No white shirt. Mention Name & Passport Number behind each.
Visa application form (14A) filled thoroughly, signatures with same ink.
Cover Letter: On company letterhead addressed to 'The Visa Officer, Consulate General of Singapore, Mumbai' stating name, designation, nationality, passport number, purpose of visit, period of stay with dates, all expenses (medical, boarding, lodging) borne by company. Name and designation of authorized signatory with Company Seal.
Invitation Letter: From invitee counterpart on their company letterhead addressed to 'The Visa Officer, Consulate General of Singapore, Mumbai' stating name, designation, nationality, passport number, purpose, period of stay with dates, expenses borne by invitee. Name and designation of authorized signatory with Company Seal. Form V39-A, Letter of Introduction (LOI) required from sponsor along with FIN/NRIC.
Ticket Copy (optional tentative date).
Confirm hotel voucher (optional – hotel name in cover letter).
Bank statements (six months, funds not less than ₹60,000).
Student ID (if studying).
Authorizations letter.
Occupation proof – Business or Employment proof.
Turkey
15 working days
Original Passport: Valid for at least 6 months upon arrival, minimum 2 full blank pages. For passports not issued in Mumbai jurisdiction, local address proof required.
Biometric Photos: 2 photos, white background, taken within last 6 months, full face clearly visible without shadow/specs, 2.5inch x 2.5inch size.
Covering Letter: Entire travel plan mentioning purpose of stay, accompanying persons, duration, occupation, expenses clause with signature and contact details. Travel dates must match all other documents. Original leave letter from company on letterhead with designation, period of work, salary, purpose, duration, travel dates, accompanying persons, signature, seal, stamp.
If Student: No-objection letter from school/official holiday scheme with student ID copy.
If Employer/Proprietor/Partner/Director: Company registration documents mentioning applicant and company name (original notary attestation required). GST registration (original notary attestation required). If no GST/Udyam, explanation required on cover letter.
Last 3 months' salary slips with letterhead, original signature, seal/stamp.
Last 6 months' salary bank statement with stamp and signature on all pages.
Last 6 months' personal bank statement with stamp and signature on all pages. Minimum balance ₹2 lakh INR per person.
Bank statements updated till at least last 15 days. Closing balance must be clearly mentioned; if not, bank balance certificate required.
ITR for last 3 years. (If not filing, explanation on cover letter). Form 16 (only for employer).
If Retired: Retirement documents & income proof with last 3 months' personal bank statement. Minimum balance ₹1 lakh INR per person.
If Freelancer: Contract documents & leave/cover letter, proof of regular income, last 3 months' personal bank statement with bank stamp/signature on all pages. Minimum balance ₹1 lakh INR per person.
If Unemployed: Explanation of income source on cover letter with proof of income.
If providing educational/CA/BAR council/doctors certificate: Coloured copy must be notarized (original public notary required).
Flight Tickets: Round trip (reservation/booking acceptable – recommended not to purchase before visa granted).
Hotel Reservation: If booked through agents/tour operator, details of applicant name, check-in/out dates on letterhead with seal, signature, name & designation.
Passport Copies: First, last and visa pages.
Proof of civil status: Aadhar card + PAN card (clearly visible).
Identity Proof: Aadhar Card and PAN Card (clear copy).
Photos: Two recent biometric photos (2.5 x 2.5 inch, white background, 80% face visible, matte finish, latest 6 months).
Covering Letter: On company letterhead with travel dates, purpose, duration, expense clause, contact details (Attn: The Visa Officer, Consulate General of Türkiye, Mumbai).
Invitation Letter (Mandatory): From Turkish company mentioning passport number, purpose, duration, expense clause, company address & contact details, with:
Trade Gazette (Ticaret Sicil Gazetesi)
Turkish Company Registration
Chamber of Commerce Registration
Tax ID Copy
Business Person: Company Registration Certificate (notarized), GST Registration Certificate (notarized), Udyam Certificate (if available), Company bank statement (last 6 months).
Salaried Person: Last 3 months' salary slips. Original leave sanctioned letter on company letterhead with stamp.
Financial Documents: Latest 6-month personal bank statement with bank stamp/signature (minimum balance ≈₹2,00,000 per person). Company bank statement (if proprietor/partner). ITR last 3 years (acknowledgment copy). Form 16 (if salaried).
Travel Itinerary: Round trip air ticket (reservation acceptable – do not purchase before visa). Hotel booking confirmation with applicant name and travel dates.
Additional Documents: Authorization letter (if applying through agent). Commercial relationship proof (agreements/invoices/order copies if available). Marriage certificate (if spouse travelling and name not in passport).
Contact Information: Mobile number and email ID of applicant.
United Kingdom
15–20 working days
Valid Passport: >6 months from travel date, issued within last 10 years, minimum 2 blank pages.
Previous Passports (if any).
Colour copies of all passport/travel document pages (including blank pages), in page order, clear enough to read all text.
Covering Letter: Purpose of visit, accompanying travellers' names/relations, travel dates, passport details, occupation details (if self-employed, use company letterhead).
Updated last 6 months' personal bank statement duly attested by bank with sufficient balance (₹3-4 lakhs per person).
Updated last 6 months' company bank statement duly attested by bank (if self-employed).
Last 3 years Income Tax Paper – Personal.
Last 3 years Company Income Tax Paper (for self-employed).
If employed: Last 3 months salary slip.
If employed: Original leave letter from employer on letterhead with stamp. NOC must include applicant name, designation, joining date, approval of leave.
If self-employed: GST Certificate/Partnership deed/Incorporation certificate/Udyam Aadhar registration.
If student: Identity card copy of school/college.
If retired: Retirement proof / Pension statement.
Sponsorship letter with passport copy, relationship proof, updated last 6 months bank statement attested by bank, ITR 3 years, pay slips 3 months (if employed) / company registration (if self-employed).
Minors travelling with one parent or none: NOC from other parent/both parents as affidavit on stamp paper, notarized.
Marriage certificate if spouse name not endorsed on passport.
Highest education certificates.
Valid Passport: >6 months from travel date, issued within last 10 years, minimum 2 blank pages.
Previous Passports (if any).
Colour copies of all passport/travel document pages (including blank pages), in page order, clear text.
Covering Letter from Indian company: Purpose, travel dates, passport details, designation, inviting company details (if self-employed, use company letterhead).
Invitation Letter from UK organisation: Applicant name, passport details, travel details, purpose, sponsorship details.
Updated last 6 months' personal bank statement duly attested by bank.
Updated last 6 months' company bank statement (employer).
Last 3 years Income Tax Paper (Personal).
Last 3 years Company Income Tax Paper (Employer).
Last 3 months salary slip.
Company Registration proof: GST Certificate/Partnership deed/Incorporation certificate/Udyam Aadhar registration.
Valid Passport: >6 months from travel date, issued within last 10 years, minimum 2 blank pages.
Previous Passports (if any).
Covering Letter: Purpose of visit, accompanying travellers' names/relations, travel dates, passport details, occupation (if self-employed, use company letterhead).
Updated last 6 months' personal bank statement duly attested by bank with sufficient balance (₹3-4 lakhs per person).
Updated last 6 months' company bank statement duly attested by bank (if self-employed).
Last 3 years Income Tax Paper – Personal.
Last 3 years Company Income Tax Paper (for self-employed).
If employed: Last 3 months salary slip.
If employed: Original leave letter from employer on letterhead with stamp. NOC must include applicant name, designation, joining date, approval of leave.
If self-employed: GST Certificate/Partnership deed/Incorporation certificate/Udyam Aadhar registration.
If student: Identity card copy of school/college.
If retired: Retirement proof / Pension statement.
Sponsorship letter with passport copy, relationship proof, updated last 6 months bank statement attested by bank, ITR 3 years, pay slips 3 months (if employed) / company registration (if self-employed).
Minors travelling with one parent or none: NOC from other parent/both parents as affidavit on stamp paper, notarized.
Marriage certificate if spouse name not endorsed on passport.
Highest education certificates.
Valid Passport: >6 months from travel date, issued within last 10 years, minimum 2 blank pages.
Previous Passports (if any).
Covering Letter from Indian company: Purpose, travel dates, passport details, designation, inviting company details (if self-employed, use company letterhead).
Invitation Letter from USA organisation: Applicant name, passport details, travel details, purpose of travel.
Updated last 6 months' personal bank statement duly attested by bank.
Updated last 6 months' company bank statement (employer).
Last 3 years Income Tax Paper – Personal.
Last 3 years Income Tax Paper – Employer.
Last 3 months salary slip.
Company Registration: GST Certificate/Partnership deed/Incorporation certificate/Udyam Aadhar registration.
