Indian Tourist visas are granted for a maximum of six months, but holders are not allowed to work during their stay in the country.

Indian business visas can be granted as a single or multiple entry type. For the granting of this visa, a letter from the sponsoring Indian firm must be submitted, together with an introductory letter from the employer in the country of residence of the applicant.

Indian work permits or Indian employment visas are normally employer led and are granted to skilled workers or applicants who are providing specialised services.

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Indian student visas can be issued for a maximum of five years or for the duration of the applicant’s course. An unconditional offer from an acknowledged educational institute in India is also required.

Medical visas are given to anyone who intends visiting the country for medical treatment. “M” visas are initially granted for a maximum of one year and can be extended as necessary, as long as an applicant can provide medical evidence showing a need for continued treatment.

For permanent residency visas, India grants Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) cards and Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards.

The PIO cards, which are granted for 15 years, allow their holders to travel in and out of India. OCI cards, however, are granted for life and offer numerous other benefits.

There are several types of visas that match the need of each prospective applicant for immigration or permanent residency.

There is the Persons of Indian Origin (PIO Card) that applies to people of Indian origin, through birth, residency or ancestry. PIO cards are granted for fifteen years and allow holders to travel in and out of the country at will.

Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) gives individuals with Indian origin, but who have taken citizenship with other countries to have long-term leave, which allows them to remain in India. These cards are granted for life.

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In India, visas differ both in terms of fees and the processing time. The terms of issue are subject to change and will vary, depending on the type of entry sought by an applicant.

For anyone wishing to stay for a shorter period of time, several visas are also available. There is the Indian Tourist Visa, which is usually granted for a period of up to six months. Holders of this card may not work during their stay in India.

The Indian Business Visa can be granted to single or multiple entries and allows the holder to travel to the country for business related purposes.

Indian Work Permits and Indian Student Visas both offer the applicant a specific period of time to stay and study in India.