The Assistant High Commission of India

Mombasa, Kenya

Yellow Fever and Oral Polio Vaccines (OPV)

The Yellow Fever and Oral Polio Vaccines (OPV) are mandatory for all the visitors (including patients), of all nationalities, travelling to India from Kenya. The Yellow Fever vaccine should be administered at least 10 days prior to traveling India through a Government approved medical clinic, institute or hospital. The certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination should be carried along with the other immigration documents. This is a mandatory requirement as per the Government of India’s regulations.

TOURIST VISA :

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background, one pasted at the application and other attached;

(iii) Applicant’s Bank statement for past six months with sufficient balance;

(iv) Proof of proposed dates of travel such as air ticket and hotel bookings etc;

A Tourist Visa is normally issued in 3 working days (a minimum of 5 working days are required for those who hold passports other than those of Kenya and not ordinarily residing in the country at least for the last 2 years), exclusive of the day on which application is submitted. In case of minor applicants, parents should sign the application form and consent letter may be provided along with copy of their passport/OCI.

TRANSIT VISA:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background, one pasted at the application and other attached;

(iii) Copy of confirmed air ticket;

A Transit Visa (single entry, 15 days validity, maximum stay of 3 days) is normally issued in two working day, exclusive of the day on which application is Submitted.

MEDICAL VISA/MEDICAL ATTENDANT:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background, one pasted at the application and other attached;

(iii) Letter of invitation from an approved Hospital/recognized Doctor in India mentioning name of patent/attendant(s), Passport number(s), illness, duration of treatment and estimated cost of treatment: Medical Visa Invitation Letter Format

(iv) Medical documents establishing the need for taking medical treatment in India along with local hospital/doctor referral letter;

(v) Proof of availability of sufficient funds for stay in India including the expenses for medical treatment by producing original documents such as Bank statement (past six months), salary certificate, sponsorship/insurance letter etc.;

A Medical/Medical Attendant visa is normally issued in 3 working days, exclusive of the day on which application is made. However, in cases of medical emergency, it may be issued in one working day (excluding the day of submission and subject to deposition of fee on the day of submission of application).

Note: In cases where an applicant wishes to visit for organ transplantation, following additional documents are required:

(i) Separate notarized agreements between the donor and the recipient duly signed by the either parties. The agreement should also specify the relationship between the donor and the recipient;

(ii) Notarized consent letter from the care taker;

(iii) Notarized consent letter from the parents or either of the parents, in case of minor children;

(iv) Medical reports and letter from the Ministry of Health;

All the above documents should be duly attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before submission.

BUSINESS VISA:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background, one pasted at the application and other attached;

(iii) Invitation letter from Indian company/business association/organization/exhibitors etc. mentioning the name applicant, passport number, duration and purpose of the visit;

(iv) Letter of introduction/sponsorship from the local company mentioning the position held by the individual along with bank statement and registration certificate.

Business visa is normally issued in 3 working days, exclusive of the day on which application is made, if all the documents are available.

CONFERENCE VISA:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent colour photographs;

(iii) Letter of Invitation from organizers in India;

(iv) Clearances from competent authorities in India for holding the conference; 

A Conference Visa is normally issued in 3 working days, exclusive of the day on which application is made. In certain cases, this may take longer period.

STUDENT VISA:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background, one pasted at the application and other attached;

(iii) Letter of Admission (original + photocopy) from a recognized Indian educational institution;

(iv) All the educational documents translated in English (if it is in a language other than English), duly attested by the Ministry of Education or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

(v) Financial supporting documents with a letter of financial support from the parent/guardian accompanied by a Bank Guarantee/Certificate;

(vi) Evidence of transfer of adequate Funds for at least 4 months sustenance in India or travelers cheque.

In case of medical/ paramedical education, a ‘No Objection Letter’ from the Ministry of Health, Government of India is also required to be furnished. Maximum of three entries are allowed in a year. Visa holders are required to register with the nearest Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO)/Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) within 14 days of arrival in India. A Student Visa (valid for duration of study, up to the maximum validity of five years) is normally issued in 3 working days, exclusive of the day on which application is made.

STUDENT VISA FOR RESEARCH WORK:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background, one pasted at the application and other attached;

(iii) Research project draft giving full justification (including the benefit he/she would get) for doing the research in India (copy);

(iv) Original letter of admission from a recognized Indian university/institute;

(v) Affidavit of financial support; 

It is a mandatory requirement for all Foreigners arriving on Student Visa to register themselves with the nearest Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) or Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) within 14 days of arrival in India. A Student Visa for research work (up to 5 years) is normally issued in 3 working days. It may take 6-8 weeks in case synopsis of research work and location are comes under a special category.

EMPLOYMENT VISA:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent photographs (51mmx51mm) with white background, one pasted at the application and other attached;

(iii) Employment Letter from Indian employer;

(iv) Employment Contract (photocopy);

(v) Minimum salary: US $ 25,000 per annum (Except for ethnic cooks, language teachers, (other than English language teachers)/translators);

An Employment Visa is normally issued in 5 working days after receipt of confirmation from employer, exclusive of the day on which application is made.

ENTRY VISA:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent colour photographs;

(iii) Documentary evidence establishing applicant is PIO/spouse/children of Indian citizen/OCI card holder;

An Entry Visa may be granted to a person of Indian origin (who is not a holder of PIO/OCI cards) or for a specific purpose not covered under other categories of visas. In case a foreigner intends to stay for more than 180 days on a single visit, he/she should get registered themselves with the nearest Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) or Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) well before the expiry of 180 days. An Entry Visa is normally issued in 3 working days, exclusive of the day on which application is made.

JOURNALIST VISA:

Documents required:

(i) Filled-in and signed hard copy of the online visa application form;

(ii) Two recent colour photographs;

(iii) Invitation letter from India, if any;

(iv) Copy of his accreditation; 

A Journalist Visa is normally issued in 3-5 working days, exclusive of the day on which application is made. If the journalist intends to make documentaries in India, six weeks are required to process the application.

NOTE:

1. Original documents will be returned after verification at the counter.

2. After the submission of application at the Assistant High Commission, fee is to be deposited at Bank of India in Mombasa in favour of Assistant High Commission of India, Mombasa.

3. Assistant High Commission reserves the right to decline visa even if the visa fee has been paid. Payment of fee does not guarantee issuance of visa.

4. The list of documents mentioned above is not exhaustive. Certain other documents may also be needed whose requirement can be ascertained only after the applicant appears in person, along with original documents, and meets our consular officer.

5. Visa fee paid is non-refundable.

6. Validity of visa is from the date of its issue.

7. If visa applicant is not normally resident of Kenya or if he/she does not hold a Kenyan resident permit, visa processing may take longer time. Visa fee may also differ in such cases and additional documents may be sought.

8. Each Service is subject to a surcharge of Ksh. 400/-, in respect of Passport, Attestation & Miscellaneous Consular Services, and Ksh 500/-, in respect Visa, OCI/PIO services, towards Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF).

9. For Medical Visa only: The documents can only be presented or collected by one of the attendants or a close relative with letter of authority duly signed by the applicant; it should contain details of the authorized person’s ID card/Passport which can be verified. No application shall be accepted from a third party in any circumstance.

10. For registration information relating to Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO)/ Foreigners Registration Office (FRO), please contact: https://boi.gov.in

11. For any further query, please e-mail: hoc.mombasa@mea.gov.in

12. Suggestions/feedback/complaints may be sent to: hoc.mombasa@mea.gov.in

13. Phone Number for enquiry : +254 (0) 41 2224433 / 2311051