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e-Conference Visa
E-Visa guidelines for conference visas to India.
Delegates travelling to India for an international conference need a conference visa, and the organiser needs clearance from the Ministry of External Affairs.
Documents required by the Ministry of External Affairs
Covering letter
On the event / conference letterhead.
Conference brochure
Indicating the theme and other details of the conference, including date, time, venue etc.
List of international participants
With the details of each participant in the prescribed format.
Apply online
- Conference Clearance System — Ministry of External Affairs
- Indian Visa Online
Country guidelines
Countries not eligible for e-Visa
- China
- Hong Kong
- Taiwan
- Afghanistan
- Pakistan
- Iraq
- Iran
- Egypt
- Sudan
- Nigeria
- Turkey
Passport-restricted countries
- Pakistan
- Afghanistan
- Turkey (under special advisory)
- Canada (special advisory)
Countries exempted from visa
- Nepal
- Bhutan
Visa rules change — always confirm the latest eligibility on Indian Visa Online before travelling.
Need help with conference visas?
For more information, contact ICPB.
Last updated 18 Sep 2026