Obtaining an India visa from the Indian Embassy in London if you are a non UK passport holder can be a confusing process, therefore we have summarised what to do to obtain an India visa for Non UK passport holders:

1. Ensure the correct proof of residence for the India Visa Application

Always ensure that you have the correct proof of residence. The best types of proof of residence in the UK are generally bank statements and utility bills such as gas bills, electricity bills and water bills. Also proof of residence for the India visa can be a former payslip as well, but please ensure that it is official with your national insurance number on it.

2. Ensure the India visa application proof of residence is between 1 and 1.5 years old

Ensure that the proof of residence for the India visa is between 1 and 1.5 years olds for the dates shown. Previously the India visa proof of residence could be several years old, but not it has to be in this duration

3. The India visa proof of residence must be clear and concise

For the proof of residence for the India visa, ensure that you either provide the original copy, or scanned or faxed copy. Ensure that this is s clean and clear copy that is sharp so that there are no issues when obtaining your India visa

4. Secure all your details when applying for your India visa

If your proof of residence for your India visa is a bank statement, ensure that you cancel with a solid black marker your account details. This will not affect the issuance of your India visa from the Indian Embassy

5. How to apply for an India visa if you have been in the UK less then a year

If you have been in the UK for less then a year, then you will require something called a “Non UK Residents Form” to supporting your India visa application form. This can be obtained upon requested using our services.

Please note that these India visa proof or residence rules are different from the China visa proof of residence. The next bog post shall highlight the tips for your China visa application proof of residence.

If you have any questions with regards to your India visa application then please call or email us.