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The Consular Wing of the Consulate General of India, Erbil is located at 1010, Dream City, Erbil, Kurdistan (Iraq).

Application Timings – 09.30 AM to 12 Noon [Sunday to Thursday]
Collection Timings – 4 PM to 5 PM [Sunday to Thursday]

INFORMATION FOR VISA APPLICANTS

Consulate General of India, Erbil issues Tourist, Business, Employment, Student, Medical and other types of visas to applicants who are resident of Iraq [Kurdistan Region and Nineveh Province]. Processing of Student & Business Visa applications may take 10-15 working days.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILLING ONLINE APPLICATION

Applications are required to be filled-in online under ‘Regular Visa Application’ at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html using ‘Internet Explorer’ or ‘Google Chrome’. The applicant must select the Indian Mission: Iraq-Erbil before filling the Visa application. Applications made on other Indian Missions/Posts are not good for applying in Erbil.  The application number must have the barcode starting with IRQE.

NOTE :

1. If you face any issue related to security certificate with browsers, you can INSTALL SECURITY CERTIFICATE.
2. Please select Indian Mission : IRAQ-ERBIL

3. Please note down the Temporary Application ID: (Your Information will be saved if you click save button or continue to next page. If you exit without doing either of that, your information will be lost. Minimum field required for partial save is up to Date of Birth).
4. Please fill in all the particulars including permanent and current address, e-mail Id, mobile and phone nos. correctly. Also please mention the name and phone of references/contacts correctly. Applications without complete details are liable to be rejected.
5. Please upload your recent colour photograph (2 inches X 2 inches taken in light background).
6. Please take a print of the application after completing and submitting online and sign it in ink under the photograph and at the end of the application on page 2.

After applying online, the applicant is requested to present the signed print-out of the online- filled application form along with all required documentation at the Consulate General of India, Erbil [1010, Dream City] on any working day between 0930hrs to 1200hrs for Visa. There is no need for taking prior appointment for submission of applications. Applicants are attended to on-first- come-first- serve basis. The applicant has to apply in person as the applicant’s biometric features (fingerprints and photographs of iris) will be required to be taken in the Consulate for processing the application. All original documents are required to be kept ready for verification during submission of Visa application. These will be returned after verification.

Diplomatic, Official or Service, UN and Ordinary Passport-holders requiring Indian visa also should submit their application directly to Consular Wing between 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM along with necessary documents.

Documents required for processing Tourist Visa applications

1) One printed copy of the online visa application form with a recent photograph (2 inches X 2 inches - White background. The applicant must sign in the column under the photograph and on the last page.
2) Original passport with at least two blank pages and minimum 6 months validity from the proposed date of entry in India.
3) Copy of profile page of passport. If applicant is holding dual nationality, copy of profile page of both passports.
4) Copy of Iraqi national ID.  Non Iraqi passport holders need to provide a copy of their recent Iraq visa/visa extension page. 
5) Confirmed return tickets.
6) Proof of availability of funds/bank statement for the duration of stay in India.
7) Applicants who are not resident in Iraq are required to fill in the PERSONAL PARTICULARS FORM available at the end of these instructions in addition to the Visa application form.

NOTE: Tourist Visa is non-extendable, non-convertible and there should be a gap of 2 months between two successive visits to India for the nationals of Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, Sudan, foreigners of Pakistani origin and Stateless persons.

VISA FEE FOR IRAQI NATIONALS

In addition to the above fee, an amount of US$3 is also payable towards the ICWF.

ADDITIONAL VISA REQUIREMENTS

MEDICAL VISA

Medical Visa is issued for the purpose of seeking medical treatment in recognized/specialized treatment centers in India. Medical documents establishing the need for medical treatment in India along with the acceptance of treatment from a recognized medical institution in India are necessary to consider grant of Medical Visa. Proof of availability of sufficient funds for the treatment and duration of stay is also essential. Applications not supported by these documents will be rejected.

STUDENT & RESEARCH VISA

Student Visa is issued for pursuing regular and full time academic studies in India. No other activities like business, employment, etc., are permitted. It is normally issued for the duration of the course of study. The applicant should submit proof of admission to a recognized educational institution in India along with documents certifying recognition of the Educational institution in India by concerned Government agency.

Foreigners who intend to study Yoga should apply for Student Visa. The Yoga institution should be recognized by Ministry of Home affairs, Govt. of India, for admitting foreign students.

BUSINESS VISA

Business visas are normally issued to those applicants who intend to go to India for genuine business purposes. A letter each from the local employer and the sponsoring company in India stating the purpose of visit, places & organizations to be visited and duration of visit is required to be submitted along with the Visa application. The invitation letter should contain the full name, address, telephone & mobile number and e-mail of the authorized signatory. Copy of Iraq Business Registration is also required.

EMPLOYMENT VISA

Employment visa is issued to Executive Posts and highly skilled and qualified professionals who are taking up assignment/employment with reputed Indian companies or parent/subsidiary companies registered in India. An authenticated copy of the Employment contract and proof of registration of the employing organization are to be furnished. Employment visa is granted for the duration of the employment contract up to two years.

CONFERENCE VISA

Conference Visa is granted for the duration of the conference to those who are going to India for attending an international conference/seminar/workshop. A copy of the letter of invitation from the organizer is required. Prior Clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs and political clearance from the Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India to be provided by the organizer are required for foreigners participating in conferences/seminars/workshops, etc if they are from Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, Sudan, foreigners of Pakistani origin and Stateless persons.

JOURNALIST VISA

Journalist Visa is issued to professional journalists, photographers, film producers/directors (other than commercial films), representatives of radio or television channels, travel writers/photographers, etc. travelling to India. A correspondent, columnist, cartoonist, editor or professional journalist working for an association/company engaged in production or broadcast of audio news or audio visual news or current affairs programme through print media, electronic or any other form should apply for Journalist Visa for travel to India. Journalists visiting India for any other purpose like tourism should also apply for Journalist Visa.

For details on documentary filming please refer to www.mea.gov.in/documentary-filming-in-india.html

TRANSIT VISA

Transit visas are issued for transiting through India. It is valid for 15 days from the date of issue of the Visa. Applicant is permitted to stay for only 72 hrs in transit. Transit Visas can't be obtained from immigration counters at ports of entry in India. Confirmed onward travel to a destination outside India is required.

Passengers having a connecting flight for onward journey and who do not intend to leave the airport or pass through the Immigration do not need a Transit Visa.

ENTRY VISA FOR PERSONS OF INDIAN ORIGIN

Foreign nationals of Indian origin are eligible for Entry Visa which may be granted for a period of six months to five years depending on the purpose and the status of the applicant. Continuous stay beyond six months (180 days) require registration of himself/herself with the nearest Foreigner Regional Registration Office (FRRO) within two weeks of arrival in India.

ENTRY VISA FOR SPORTS PERSONS

All Sports persons going to India for participation in international sporting events are required to apply for Entry Visa. Visa will be issued for the duration of sporting event. Officials/Coaches/Trainers etc. accompanying the players will also need to apply for Entry Visa. It may, however, be noted that a copy of the clearance granted by Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports of Government of India for holding the International Event needs to be submitted with the Visa application.

NOTE :

1. Visa is not a right and it can be denied without assigning any reason. All Visas are valid from Date of Issue, not from date of arrival in India.

Visa fee is processing charges. It cannot be refunded under any circumstances, whether Visa is denied or granted for a shorter period than applied for. Once Visa is granted, it cannot be changed or amended.

Acceptance of Visa application does not automatically guarantee grant of a Visa.

Applicants must exit India before the date of expiry mentioned on the visa.

2. Some fake websites are reported to be duping those who seek Visa for India. Therefore, it is requested that all visa, passport, consular and other services seekers should exercise utmost caution while accessing the websites for such services. The only websites under the purview of this Consulate is http://www.cgierbil.gov.in

3. Please retain your original receipts and produce the same for return of passports. All travelers to India, especially long term, are advised to check the latest immigration and entry regulations before travel.

4. PAKISTANI NATIONALS AND PERSONS OF PAKISTANI ORIGIN

The following additional documents are required form Pakistani Nationals
(1) SPONSORSHIP CERTIFICATE is required for Visitor Visa by Pakistani Nationals
(2) ADDITIONAL FORM to be submitted by Pakistani Nationals and Persons of Pakistani origin

5. USE OF SATELLITE PHONE IN INDIA

The use/operation of any satellite phones/devices including wireless in India is regulated by the Government. As per the existing guidelines issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, Inmarsat Sat phones excluding BGAN system can be used only with prior permission from DoT. ThurayaSatphone service is not permitted in India. Anyone using any telegraphic devices including Sat phone unauthorisedly is punishable.

6. SURROGACY

Any person seeking a visa to India for the purpose of entering into a surrogacy arrangement must ascertain beforehand whether the law of that country permits surrogacy and will provide appropriate travel documents to the child for accompanying the surrogate parents. Entering into surrogacy arrangements under any other visa not sought for surrogacy is punishable under Indian law.

PERSONAL PARTICULARS FORM

Additional Form to be filled by :

(i) Non-residents (visitors) in Iraq
(ii) Those who have held valid Iraq ID for less than 2 years
(iii) Chinese (PRC) / Bangladeshi / Taiwanese / Nigerian nationals and those nationals having origins in these countries.

(PLEASE WRITE IN BLOCK LETTERS ONLY)

(For office use only)

Ref. No. /Date
Forwarded to EoI/HCI/CGI …………………………………………………….. with the request to confirm particulars and communicate objection, if any, to grant visa to him/her. Cost recovered. If no reply is received within 72 hours, it will be presumed that you have no objection to grant of visa.