India Business Visa for France 2024

French nationals can apply for an India business visa. Visitors are not eligible for eVisas if they or any of their parents or grandparents were born in or have permanently resided in Pakistan, in which case they may only apply for a visa at the Indian diplomatic post.

The India EBusiness visa is designed for individuals traveling to India for business purposes but not for actual employment or commercial activities within India. It is suitable for attending business meetings and conferences or exploring potential business partnerships.

To qualify for an EBusiness visa, applicants must have a specific and legitimate business reason for their travel to India. They must provide relevant documentation supporting their business activities in India, such as invitation letters from Indian companies or organizations.

Holders of an EBusiness visa are not permitted to engage in any commercial activity or establish a business in India other than for the purpose specified in their visa application.

Certain special conditions must be met to enter India. These conditions are as follows:

• Previous visa details if the traveler has visited India before.
• List of countries visited in the last ten (10) years.
• Accommodation details.
• Employment details.
• List of SAARC countries visited in the last three (3) years (India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Maldives).
• Emergency contact details in India.
• Emergency contact details in the home country.
• Additional information in case of military employment.
• Intended places of visit in India.
• If your parents or grandparents are Pakistan nationals, then you are not eligible for an eVisa.
• Additional justification in case an India visa was declined in the past.

With our help, you can apply for an Indian eVisa online stress-free. We will guide you through the steps to fill out the online form accurately, upload your required documents in the correct format and size, securely pay the eVisa fee, and receive your eVisa via email. Our customer support and troubleshooting services are always available if you encounter any problems or concerns during your Indian eBusiness visa application process. By obtaining your eVisa through our services, you can positively impact the environment. For each eVisa purchased, we pledge to plant a tree.

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What We’re Offering

If you want to travel to India for business purposes, you need an India Business visa. Our processing service will mail you your India EBusiness visa within four (4) days. It is suitable for attending business meetings and conferences or exploring potential business partnerships.

• One (1) year validity.
• Multiple entries.
• It costs $144.64.

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India Business Visa Requirements For French Citizens

The documents required for an India EBusiness visa are as follows:¹

• Passport photo.
• Original passport valid for at least six months (or for the validity and having at least three blank visa pages.
• A photocopy of the data page of the passport.
• Two photographs conforming to Indian Government norms as per specifications (Please note photographs available in photo booths in France are incompatible with Indian norms).
• An Indian Government visa application form duly filled in online.
• A letter from your employer addressed the Embassy of India in Paris specifying the exact purpose of the applicant’s visit and the expected start and end dates. This letter should be on company letterhead and written in English with a stamp and signature.
• A letter from the Indian company, addressed to the Embassy of India in Paris, specifying the exact purpose of your visit and the expected start and end dates of the first mission and the next missions are already planned. This letter should be on company letterhead and written in English with a stamp and signature.
• A photocopy of your employer’s balance sheet “bilan comptable simplifié” (2 to 5 pages).
• The declaration form is to be filled out by all applicants when submitting any application.

How To Apply For an India Business Visa in France?

Obtaining an eVisa is an effortless and convenient process. Physical embassy visits for visa interviews are not required. The sole requirement is a valid passport with at least six (6) months of validity from the application date.

Step 1: Visit Website: You can use a website specializing in India Ebusines visa application services. Visas for Future offers a streamlined India EVisa application process. Choose an India business visa.

Step 2: Fill in the Application Form: Provide accurate and complete information, including your name, email address, nationality, passport details, travel plans, and the purpose of your visit.

Step 3: Pay the Visa Fee: Make the visa fee payment using a credit or debit card.

Step 4: Fill out the Intake form: Provide the correct and complete details needed in the intake form.

Step 5: Upload Documents: Scan and upload copies of your passport, recent photograph, and any additional documents required for the visa type you are applying for.

Step 6: Submit The Application: Review the application form and uploaded documents carefully to ensure everything is correct and complete.

Step 7: Receive India Ebusiness Visa: If your application is approved, you will receive an eVisa via email. Print a copy of the eVisa to present at the immigration counter upon arrival in India.

How Much is an India Business Visa For French Citizens?

You can enjoy multiple entries for a year with just a fee of $144.64.

India Business Visa Validity and Duration

The validity and duration of an India Business Visa.²

• Validity: One (1) year after issuance.
• Duration of stay per entry: Up to 180 days consecutively.
• Multiple entries: within the visa validity period.
• Extendible: Not extendable.

India Port of Arrival for French Citizens

French citizens with an EBusiness visa can enter India through 28 designated airports and five (5) seaports.³

Designated Airports:

Designated Seaports:

• Mumbai Port (Mumbai)
• Chennai Port (Chennai)
• Mormugao Port (Goa)
• Cochin Port (Kerala)
• New Mangalore Port

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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. e-Visa. (2019, May 16). Indianvisaonline.gov.in. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html [↩]
2. DETAILS OF VISAS GRANTED BY INDIA. (2018). <https://www.mha.gov.in/PDF_Other/AnnexIII_01022018.pdf> [↩]
3. DETAILS OF VISAS GRANTED BY INDIA. (2018). https://www.mha.gov.in/PDF_Other/AnnexIII_01022018.pdf [↩]

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Gajes, Apple. "India Business Visa for France 2024." Visas For Future, https://www.visasforfuture.com/india-business-visa-requirements-france/. Accessed on 5 October 2023.

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