Application for India visa!

Yes, absolutely. As an expat working in the UAE on any valid visa status—whether employment, spouse, student, or visit visa—you are eligible to apply for an India visa through our services in Dubai. We handle applications from all visa categories, and your current UAE visa status does not affect your India visa eligibility. Simply email us your documents, and we'll process everything without requiring you to visit our office or the VFS Global centre yourself.

You'll need your original passport (valid for at least 6 months), a completed India visa application form, two passport-sized photographs (4x6 cm), proof of UAE residency such as an Emirates ID copy, employment letter or salary certificate, and bank statements showing financial stability. If you're self-employed, include trade license and business registration documents. Simply email these documents to us—no need to arrange originals initially—and our team will guide you through any additional requirements specific to your visa category, whether it's tourist, business, or employment visa.

Standard processing typically takes 5 to 7 working days from the date your documents are submitted to the VFS Global centre in Dubai or the Indian embassy, though this can vary seasonally. Express processing is available if you need your visa within 2 to 3 working days for an additional fee. We'll inform you of the exact timeline when you submit your application, and our team provides regular updates via WhatsApp so you know precisely when your passport will be ready for pickup from our Dubai location.

Yes, that's our core service. We handle the entire submission process on your behalf at the VFS Global centre or Indian embassy in Dubai—you don't need to visit in person. We'll collect your documents via email, arrange any originals we need, submit everything to the visa centre, track your application, and deliver your stamped passport back to you or your office in Dubai with our FREE pickup and delivery service. This saves you time and eliminates multiple trips.

The India e-visa is issued electronically and printed by you; it's valid for 30 or 365 days depending on the type and is ideal for quick tourism trips. The traditional sticker visa stamped in your passport offers more flexibility, longer validity periods (up to 5 years for multi-entry), and is better if you travel frequently to India or need a work visa. From Dubai, we typically recommend the sticker visa for expats and UAE nationals as it's more recognized and provides greater control—however, we can advise which suits your specific travel plans best.

Our service fee starts from AED 500, which covers our visa processing, document verification, and FREE pickup and delivery across Dubai. The actual Indian visa fee varies by visa type and processing speed—a standard 60-day tourist visa costs approximately AED 180 to AED 250, while longer-validity business or employment visas range higher. We provide a complete cost breakdown upfront so you know the total amount before submitting, with no hidden charges.

Yes, multiple-entry visas are available and can be applied for from Dubai. A 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa or multi-entry business visa allows you to enter and exit India repeatedly within the validity period—ideal if you travel for business or have family in India. The application process is the same, but the visa fee and processing time may differ slightly. Let us know your travel frequency and purpose, and we'll recommend the most suitable multiple-entry option and handle the entire application through our Dubai office.

If your application is rejected by the Indian embassy or VFS centre, they will typically provide a reason, and in most cases, you can reapply after addressing the issue. Common reasons include incomplete documentation, unclear employment status, or insufficient financial proof—all of which are easily correctable. We'll review the rejection notice with you, identify what went wrong, help you prepare stronger documents, and resubmit at no additional service fee, ensuring your next application has the best chance of approval.

Yes, a family member, friend, or authorized representative can submit on your behalf, but some visa types require the applicant to appear for biometric data collection at the VFS centre—this cannot be delegated. For tourist and standard business visas from Dubai, we can often handle the entire submission without you needing to visit the centre personally. However, if biometrics are required, you or your authorized representative must visit VFS Global in Dubai. We'll confirm these requirements when you contact us and advise the best approach for your situation.

India offers visa-on-arrival (VOA) for certain nationalities, but it's not available for all passport types and has limitations compared to applying beforehand. UAE expats from most countries are better served applying for a visa before traveling, as it ensures smoother airport clearance and avoids potential delays or complications. Since processing from Dubai takes only 5 to 7 days and costs as low as AED 500 through Green Apple, it's more convenient to secure your visa in advance—contact us on WhatsApp, and we can have your visa ready before your trip date.