Visa Support

For details of Visa Requirements for India, please refer link: https://www.mha.gov.in/PDF_Other/AnnexI_01022018.pdf

For Visa Application process, please refer link: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/

For eVisa Applications: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

Among the SCO countries, India currently offers e-Visa facility for ordinary passport holders of the following countries:
1. Kazakhstan 2. Kyrgyzstan 3. Russia 4. Tajikistan 5. Uzbekistan 6. Belarus 7. Mongolia
8. Sri Lanka 9. Armenia 10. Azerbaijan 11. Cambodia 12. UAE 13. Myanmar

For Regular/Paper Visa Applications at Indian Missions abroad, please refer link: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html

Countries with which India has operational VISA Exemption Agreement for holders of Diplomatic, Official Passports

S.NO. COUNTRY NAME CATEGORY OF PASSPORT VISA FREE STAY
1 Kazakhstan Diplomatic & Official 30 Days
2 Kyrgyzstan Diplomatic & Official 90 Days
3 China VISA Required VISA Required
4 Russia Diplomatic & Official 90 Days
5 Pakistan VISA Required VISA Required
6 Tajikistan Diplomatic & Official 30 Days
7 Uzbekistan Diplomatic Passports 60 Days
8 Belarus Diplomatic & Official Not specified
9 Mongolia Diplomatic & Official 90 Days
10 Iran Diplomatic Passports 30 Days
11 Nepal All Passports Not specified
12 Cambodia Diplomatic & Official 60 Days
13 Sri Lanka Diplomatic & Official 30 Days
14 Turkey Diplomatic only 90 Days
15 Azerbaijan Diplomatic, Official & Service 90 Days
16 Armenia Diplomatic only 90 Days
17 Saudi Arabia VISA Required VISA Required
18 Qatar Diplomatic & Official 90 Days
19 Egypt Diplomatic & Official 90 Days
20 UAE Diplomatic & Official 90 Days
21 Myanmar Diplomatic & Official 90 Days
22 Maldives Diplomatic, Official 90 Days
23 Bahrain Diplomatic & Official 90 Days
24 Kuwait Diplomatic & Official 60 Days

Covid-19 Guidelines


The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has issued Guidelines for International Arrivals India in context of COVID-19 pandemic and updated the same from time to time. The present guidelines are being revised in light of sustained declining COVID-19 trajectory and significant advances being made in COVID-19 vaccination coverage both globally as well as in India.

Planning for Travel

  • All travelers should preferably be fully vaccinated as per the approved primary schedule of vaccination against COVID-19 in their Country.

During Travel

  • In-flight announcement about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic including precautionary measures to be followed (preferable use of masks and following physical distancing) shall be made in flights/travel and at all points of entry.
  • Any passenger having symptoms of COVId-19 during travel shall be isolated as per standard protocol i.e. the said passenger should be wearing a mask, isolated and segregated from other passengers in flight/travel and shifted to an isolation facility subsequently for follow up treatment.

On Arrival

  • De-boarding should be done while ensuring physical distance.
  • Thermal screening should be done in respect of all the passengers by the health officials present at the point of entry.
  • The passengers found to be symptomatic during screening shall be immediately isolated taken to a designated medical facility as per health protocol (as above).
  • All travelers should self-monitor their health post arrival and also shall report to their nearest health facility or call National helpline number (1075)/ State Helpline Number in case they have any symptoms suggestive.

Transport Support


Local (Sub-urban) Trains

  • There are three lines: The Central, Western and Harbour lines. The Central and Harbour cross over at Dadar junction if you need to make a change. Check the train schedule on m-indicator mobile app for an idea of timings and platforms for the train. Tickets usually cost upwards of INR 10 all the way to INR 30-35 to get to the very edge of the city.

Buses

  • BEST Buses will take you around the city often for less than INR 20. You’re in for a real treat if you manage to catch a double-decker! Buses tend to have their numbers and destinations displayed on the front, but only in Marathi. The English version is on the left-hand side near the back door. Once again, you can figure out which bus number to look out for on m-indicator mobile app. A conductor on the bus will ask you for your destination and give you your ticket and your change. Tickets usually range from INR 10-30 depending on the length of your journey.

Taxis

  • Taxis in Mumbai are readily available for hire. For booking Mumbai cabs, you can make online cab booking through commuting apps (Ola,Uber etc). Also , black and yellow colour Taxis can be booked at the Road corners and Squares without the need for mobile app. You can book an outstation cab, an airport cab, or a local cab. Taxi base fare the minimum fare for a distance of 1.5 km is ₹28

Weather


  • Mumbai has a sub-tropical climate. Autumn in the city is pleasant. The average day temperature in October is 33°C (91.4 °F) and average night temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).
  • Latest weather forecast may be checked from Indian Meteorological Department’s website: https://mausam.imd.gov.in

Time Zone


  • Time zone of Mumbai is GMT +5:30 hrs

Electricity and Water supply


  • The voltage of electricity supply in India is 220V, 50 Hz.
  • It is advised to drink bottled mineral water which is available at the hotel and other local stores.

Smoking Restrictions


  • Smoking at public places is prohibited in India.

Important Numbers


  • Country Code +91
  • Area Code 022
  • Police: 100
  • Ambulance Service: 102
  • Fire and Rescue: 101

Cellular Phones


  • All cell phones having 2G/3G/4G/5G, GSM, CDMA support work in India. The participants may contact their telecom service providers to arrange for roaming services.

Currency | Cards


  • It may be noted that Indian Rupee (INR) is the only legal tender in India.
  • Major bank cards (Visa, MasterCard, RuPay) are accepted in almost all establishments including hotels, restaurants, retail stores, etc. ATMs are available in Airports, Railway Stations, Malls, etc.
  • The main currencies of exchange are US$ and Euros. It is advised to exchange the currency from authorized currency exchanges only. It is requested to present one’s passport while exchanging currency.