How Long it Takes to Get an Indian Visa from Nigeria?

According to the most recent research, India ranks second among the world’s most popular countries that people want to visit. It is also now the most populous country in the world, and interestingly, you don’t have to wait too long to get their visas. If you have been wondering how long it takes to get an Indian visa from Nigeria, then you are in the right place.

Typically, an Indian visa takes 3 to 4 business days to process. As a result, you should apply for your visa 4 to 120 days before your anticipated departure date.

If you are traveling for business, a conference, or medical tourism, you can apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) online. Indian e-Visa is valid for 30 days to 5 years, depending on your purpose of visit to India.

Is an Indian Visa Easy to Get?

Yes, Indian visas are easy to obtain, provided you qualify and possess all the required documents. The Indian Mission or embassy requires a minimum of three working days to process and issue a visa; barring any other issues regarding complete documents, your visas should be ready within 3 to 4 working days.

What are the requirements for Indian visa?

You must provide the following documents to be eligible to apply for an Indian visa:

1. A completed Indian visa application form
2. Valid international passport for at least six months
3. Photocopy of your passport’s photo page
4. Any previous passports you may have held
5. One recent photograph (55mmx55mm) with a light background
6. An introduction letter
7. An invitation from an Indian host, including contact information and a scanned copy of your PAN/Aadhar card, should be addressed to HCI email cons1.abuja@mea.gov.in, cons.abuja@mea.gov.in (Abuja), as well as consvisa@hcilagos.org and fs1@hcilagos.org (Lagos), with a copy for you.
8. Travel and hotel reservations tickets
9. Six months bank statements
10. A local profile of you (letter from employer)
11. Proof of address (Nigerian national ID/driver’s license/voter card)

What are the Documents Required for an Indian e-Visa?

To get an Indian electronic visa (e-Visa) from anywhere in the world, you will have to scan the following documents to support your online application:

• Ordinary passport’s bio-data page (The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from your arrival date and not be an official or diplomatic one. It must also have at least two blank pages)
• A recent passport-size photograph (colored)
• Round-trip flight ticket

Can You Get an Indian Visa on Arrival?

Yes, you can apply for a VOA in India only if you are from the United Arab Emirates, South Korea, or Japan. You must hold a valid ordinary passport from one of these countries and must be landing at specific airports in India.

Can I Get an Indian Visa in 3 Days?

Yes, you can get a visa for the Republic of India in three working days, depending on how quickly the embassy receives your visa application. The Processing Time may also vary by country.

How Long it Takes to Get an Indian Visa from Nigeria?

It takes up to six weeks to get an Indian visa from the Consulate General of India, Lagos, Nigeria. Whether you’re traveling for tourism, study, business, employment, or medical purpose, the diplomatic mission can help you start your application.

Kindly visit its office in 8A, Walter Carrington Crescent, Victoria Island, opens from 9 AM to 5:30 PM on Monday to Friday, excluding weekends. You can contact the Consul General via one of these emails: cons.lagos@mea.gov.in, visa.lagos@mea.gov.in, and cg.lagos@mea.gov.in.

If you live in Abuja, you may visit the High Commission of India at Plot No. 684 (A&B), Agdez Crescent, Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse-II. You can also contact the High Commission via one of these emails: info.abuja@mea.gov.in and hciabuja.gov.in.

Can You Arrive in India Without a Visa?

Yes, you can travel visa-free to India if you’re a national of Maldives, Nepal, or Bhutan. With a valid Maldivian passport, you can gain visa-free entry to India for up to 90 days. Maldives has been enjoying this privilege since March 1979.

Citizens of Bhutan and Nepal, however, have freedom of movement in India without holding any travel documents. If you’re from one of these two countries, you can live, study, and work in India for any period.

Nevertheless, you must not be coming from or have transited through Pakistan, mainland China, Macau, and Hong Kong to enter India.

How much does it cost to get an Indian visa in Nigeria?

The cost of the Indian visa for a Nigerian applicant is ($250) ₦190,150 plus an extra processing charge of $2.

Meanwhile, if you are going for tourism in India, a single-entry visa costs around ($252) ₦191,680, while a multiple-entry visa is between $252 to $320 (₦191,680 and ₦243,392).

The visa fees for the Indian permit are expected to be submitted at the Indian High Commission in Abuja or their post in Lagos, together with your travel documents.

Please note that Visa fee from for Nigerian applicants will be accepted at the Sterling Bank Plc extension counter in the premises of The High Commission of India, Abuja and CGI, Lagos ONLY.

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