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Here’s a list of countries that offer e-Visa facilities to Indian passport holders along with allowed days.
1. Armenia: 21 or 120 days (single entry)
2. Azerbaijan: 30 days
3. Bahrain: 14 days
4. Barbados: Validity not specified (online application system)
5. Benin: 30 or 90 days (single/multiple entry)
6. Cambodia: 30 days
7. Colombia: Fully online system (duration based on visa type)
8. Côte d'Ivoire: 90 days
9. Djibouti: 1–14 days (transit), 15–90 days (short-stay)
10. Ethiopia: 30 days
11. Georgia: 30 days stay within 120 days
12. Kazakhstan: 30 days per visit, valid for 3 months
13. Kenya: 3 months, extendable
14. Kyrgyzstan: 30 or 90 days
15. Lesotho: 44 days
16. Malaysia: 30 days
17. Moldova: Up to 90 days
18. Myanmar: 28 days
19. New Zealand: Varies by category (up to 1 year, 3 years for some)
20. Papua New Guinea: Up to 60 days
21. Russia: 8 days (specific regions only)
22. Saint Lucia: 60 days
23. Saint Vincent & the Grenadines: Validity not specified (online system)
24. Singapore: 30 days, visa valid for 3 months
25. South Korea: Up to 5 years (certain categories)
26. Sri Lanka: 30 days, extendable up to 180 days
27. Suriname: 90 days
28. Taiwan: 30 days
29. Tajikistan: 60 days
30. Tanzania: 90 days
31. Thailand: 15 days
32. Uganda: 45 days
33. Uzbekistan: 30 days
34. Vietnam: 30 days
35. Zambia: 90 days
Comment if I missed anything or share your experience with e-Visa applications!!!!
1. Armenia: 21 or 120 days (single entry)
2. Azerbaijan: 30 days
3. Bahrain: 14 days
4. Barbados: Validity not specified (online application system)
5. Benin: 30 or 90 days (single/multiple entry)
6. Cambodia: 30 days
7. Colombia: Fully online system (duration based on visa type)
8. Côte d'Ivoire: 90 days
9. Djibouti: 1–14 days (transit), 15–90 days (short-stay)
10. Ethiopia: 30 days
11. Georgia: 30 days stay within 120 days
12. Kazakhstan: 30 days per visit, valid for 3 months
13. Kenya: 3 months, extendable
14. Kyrgyzstan: 30 or 90 days
15. Lesotho: 44 days
16. Malaysia: 30 days
17. Moldova: Up to 90 days
18. Myanmar: 28 days
19. New Zealand: Varies by category (up to 1 year, 3 years for some)
20. Papua New Guinea: Up to 60 days
21. Russia: 8 days (specific regions only)
22. Saint Lucia: 60 days
23. Saint Vincent & the Grenadines: Validity not specified (online system)
24. Singapore: 30 days, visa valid for 3 months
25. South Korea: Up to 5 years (certain categories)
26. Sri Lanka: 30 days, extendable up to 180 days
27. Suriname: 90 days
28. Taiwan: 30 days
29. Tajikistan: 60 days
30. Tanzania: 90 days
31. Thailand: 15 days
32. Uganda: 45 days
33. Uzbekistan: 30 days
34. Vietnam: 30 days
35. Zambia: 90 days
Comment if I missed anything or share your experience with e-Visa applications!!!!
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PAN 2.0 for NRIs: Myth vs Reality
Myth: Upgrading to PAN 2.0 is mandatory for NRIs; older PAN cards will become invalid.
Reality: Existing PAN cards remain valid and fully functional. While PAN 2.0 offers enhanced security features like a QR code, upgrading is optional.
Reality: Existing PAN cards remain valid and fully functional. While PAN 2.0 offers enhanced security features like a QR code, upgrading is optional.
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PAN Card Application Form for Indians and Foreigners.
The form you need to fill out depends on your citizenship status:
Form 49A – For Indian citizens, including those residing abroad.
Form 49AA – For foreign citizens who require a PAN card for any purpose in India.
Form 49A – For Indian citizens, including those residing abroad.
Form 49AA – For foreign citizens who require a PAN card for any purpose in India.
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Why Do NRIs Need a PAN Card?
1. Mandatory for Taxation in India
If you earn income in India—whether through rent, dividends, capital gains, or business profits—a PAN card is essential for filing taxes. Without a PAN, TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is charged at a higher rate (20%) instead of the standard applicable rate.
2. Buying or Selling Property in India
A PAN card is required for property transactions exceeding ₹10 lakh. If you’re an NRI looking to invest in Indian real estate, you must provide your PAN details during the transaction.
3. Opening an NRO/NRE Bank Account
NRIs need a PAN card to open an NRO (Non-Resident Ordinary) or NRE (Non-Resident External) account in India. These accounts help manage income earned in India, such as rent, dividends, or pension.
4. Investing in Indian Stock Markets
To invest in the Indian stock market, NRIs need a PAN card to open a Demat and trading account. It is also required for Mutual Fund investments.
5. Applying for Loans in India
If you’re an NRI planning to apply for home loans or personal loans in India, banks will require a PAN card as part of their documentation process.
6. Starting a Business in India
NRIs setting up a company or becoming a director in an Indian company need a PAN card for business registration, compliance, and tax filings.
If you earn income in India—whether through rent, dividends, capital gains, or business profits—a PAN card is essential for filing taxes. Without a PAN, TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is charged at a higher rate (20%) instead of the standard applicable rate.
2. Buying or Selling Property in India
A PAN card is required for property transactions exceeding ₹10 lakh. If you’re an NRI looking to invest in Indian real estate, you must provide your PAN details during the transaction.
3. Opening an NRO/NRE Bank Account
NRIs need a PAN card to open an NRO (Non-Resident Ordinary) or NRE (Non-Resident External) account in India. These accounts help manage income earned in India, such as rent, dividends, or pension.
4. Investing in Indian Stock Markets
To invest in the Indian stock market, NRIs need a PAN card to open a Demat and trading account. It is also required for Mutual Fund investments.
5. Applying for Loans in India
If you’re an NRI planning to apply for home loans or personal loans in India, banks will require a PAN card as part of their documentation process.
6. Starting a Business in India
NRIs setting up a company or becoming a director in an Indian company need a PAN card for business registration, compliance, and tax filings.
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OCI Consular Services
Hi
I am a existing OCI holder ; turned 50 . So I used gratis service , to upload my current passport informaiton.
I completed Part A , Part B . Clicked on Final Submit.
When I clicked on "Final Submit" , buttons disappeared . I did not get any confirmation , mentioning that the application was submitted successfully.
When I check OCI status inquiry , the date of acknowledgment is blank and the message is "Your application is yet to be acknowledged by competent authorities.".
I tried PRAMIT online inquiry , it says "M email id is already registered" .
Looking for any suggestions that could help me . Thanks in advance.
I am a existing OCI holder ; turned 50 . So I used gratis service , to upload my current passport informaiton.
I completed Part A , Part B . Clicked on Final Submit.
When I clicked on "Final Submit" , buttons disappeared . I did not get any confirmation , mentioning that the application was submitted successfully.
When I check OCI status inquiry , the date of acknowledgment is blank and the message is "Your application is yet to be acknowledged by competent authorities.".
I tried PRAMIT online inquiry , it says "M email id is already registered" .
Looking for any suggestions that could help me . Thanks in advance.
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Renunciation/Dual Citizenship very complicated please help
Hi,
I have a very complicated passport issue and am trying to find some advice. I have two passports, though I am aware it is illegal to have dual citizenship in India. I was unaware of one of the passports, because my father got it for me when I was younger, the same time I moved back to India. I became aware of this passport when I was 18 and used it just to enter and leave the country. I never used it to get visas or travel, I have been using my Indian passport my whole life.
Recently I moved back to this country, to live and work. It has been no problem because I am a citizen, but I decided that I need to get an OCI card and give up the indian passport. I went to the consulate in my city, and they were very suspicious and did not seem to believe my story. They have now said that there was a law passed in 2010 regarding this, and every travel i've made since then is a violation. So I have to pay $250 per stamp, this will amount to over $2000.
I have no problem in paying, I just want to get this over with and start the process of my OCI card. I have been asking family and friends for advice, but I thought I would put it out there, on this forum too. Its a very complicated issue, but I just want to know if anyone thinks that theres a possibility the indian consulate could ban me from India? Or put me into jail when I get to india? My mum lives in India and most of my family, I need to be able to go home if something happens. I just want to make sure that as long as I pay the fees the Indians can't ban me, or say they will not give me an OCI card?
I know this is very complicated, and I have not used country names just in case. I'm 23 and working, and its not as though I've purposefully tried to keep both passports. Please can someone give some advice?
I have a very complicated passport issue and am trying to find some advice. I have two passports, though I am aware it is illegal to have dual citizenship in India. I was unaware of one of the passports, because my father got it for me when I was younger, the same time I moved back to India. I became aware of this passport when I was 18 and used it just to enter and leave the country. I never used it to get visas or travel, I have been using my Indian passport my whole life.
Recently I moved back to this country, to live and work. It has been no problem because I am a citizen, but I decided that I need to get an OCI card and give up the indian passport. I went to the consulate in my city, and they were very suspicious and did not seem to believe my story. They have now said that there was a law passed in 2010 regarding this, and every travel i've made since then is a violation. So I have to pay $250 per stamp, this will amount to over $2000.
I have no problem in paying, I just want to get this over with and start the process of my OCI card. I have been asking family and friends for advice, but I thought I would put it out there, on this forum too. Its a very complicated issue, but I just want to know if anyone thinks that theres a possibility the indian consulate could ban me from India? Or put me into jail when I get to india? My mum lives in India and most of my family, I need to be able to go home if something happens. I just want to make sure that as long as I pay the fees the Indians can't ban me, or say they will not give me an OCI card?
I know this is very complicated, and I have not used country names just in case. I'm 23 and working, and its not as though I've purposefully tried to keep both passports. Please can someone give some advice?
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Inept Indian Consulates and Commercial Attaches
We are an importer that got defrauded by an Indian Exporter for $92,000.00. They did criminal acts to defraud us. I have approached Indian Consulate in Houston and also Commercial Attache in Washington D.C. All they have done is given lip service. They have made no efforts to contact Police in India to prosecute the exporter. They frankly do not care. We were planning to buy one million dollars worth of products from India every year. We have halted all our plans to do so. We bring in numerous shipments from China every year without any difficulty. I really regret that I even considered importing from India. It has been a nightmarish experience. Ultimately we will recover, but we are going to tell as many importers as we can to be very cautious when dealing with exporters in India. They are simply out to get you. They rob you and then continue to walk free as no one prosecutes them. Here is a warning. Do not buy from India. Avoid doing so at any cost. You have no protection from their government.
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The Indian Consulate NY is completely useless
I have been trying unsuccessfully now to get a simple extension of validity on my Indian passport with no luck. First they said the picture was unclear - but its a pretty standard picture process, then they said I didn't submit all the documentation, but didn't tell me what, then they said I didn't submit money, even though the website says no money required. In the process I've spent well over $100 and am thoroughly frustrated and upset. India has changed a lot in the 12 years since I've left, but the shitty government processes and officials that give this country a bad rap sadly remain the same. I was going to take some friends home at the end of the year, but I'm fairly certain the Bahamas Consulate will actually want our business.
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India Consulate, NewYork Passport Renewal in mail
Applied in mail for renewal of India Passport and received the Passport within expected 6 week time-frame. On checking the Passport, the face in the scanned photo inside the Passport was dark and unclear on one side. (The photos provided with the application were ok as per requirement). Consul General replied to the email regarding this problem and asked for returning the Passport for replacement. NY consulate swiftly sent replacement Passport with proper photo scan. Problem was resolved to satisfaction. The photo scanning problem should have been detected by the consulate staff when verifying and signing the Passport (hopefully steps introduced to catch the problem and avoid inconvenience and cost to customers). This individual case was taken care of effectively and wanted to share the experience.
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Renunciation certificate.
I have sent my application alongwith my wife and daughter to surrender my Indian PPs and get the renunciation certificate.
I sent all documents and PPs around 28th Jan by Priority POST. They should receive this FEB 4. They stopped accepting applicaions from FEB 4.
I have not received any communications from the consulate and NO ONE PICKS THE PHONE OR ANSWERS EMAIL.
I AM WORRIED AS TO WHAT HAPPENED TO MY APPLICATIONS!! PLEASE HEEEELLLPPPP!!
I sent all documents and PPs around 28th Jan by Priority POST. They should receive this FEB 4. They stopped accepting applicaions from FEB 4.
I have not received any communications from the consulate and NO ONE PICKS THE PHONE OR ANSWERS EMAIL.
I AM WORRIED AS TO WHAT HAPPENED TO MY APPLICATIONS!! PLEASE HEEEELLLPPPP!!
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