Document Check List: Long Term Visa: (5 Years)

Passport valid for a minimum of 180 days with at least two blank pages. Two recent 50mm*50mm size photographs. Please check the Photo Specification Duly Filled Online application form with Signature on both the pages and correct Visa Fee.

Any of the below listed Document is accepted as Proof of Indian Origin except first document which is mandatory for all ex-Indians: Copy of Surrender Certificate/Deemed Surrender/Renunciation Certificate of the Applicant.
(One of the above certificate is a mandatory document for all applicants who were holding Indian passport or Indian Nationality before acquiring foreign nationality) Copy of the Applicant's Parents Indian Passport /Surrender Certificate of their Indian Passport along with the applicant's Birth Certificate.(applicable for applicants who were NOT Ex-Indian) Copy of the Applicants Wifes / Husband's Indian Passport or Surrender Certificate of his / her Indian Passport along with the applicant's Marriage Certificate. (If claiming Indian origin by virtue of spouse's (Wife / Husband) Indian origin).(applicable for applicants who were NOT Ex-Indian) In absence of any of the above documents, an affidavit signed by the First Class Magistrate from India mentioning about Indian Nationality may be considered. A copy of the childs birth certificate showing both the parents names.

For Minor Child (Under 16 Years of age)

Consent letter addressed to the HCI, London OR its respective consulates signed by both the parents Photocopy of Parents passports along with the copy of their current Indian Visa, if already holding one. If parents are Indian citizens, copy of the resident status in the UK would be required. In case of Divorce, Child Custody Letter from court in respect of the child is required. In case of Single Parent, Solicitors Letter and Council Benefit letter will be required. In case of Minors Application/Declaration either of the parents can sign the application form Important Note: Applicants are requested to submit/send the photocopies of the supporting documents (not the originals) unless originals are requested. Important Information: The supporting letters should be provided with applicants details (Name and passport number) and addressed to High Commission of India and its respective Consulates. Important Note: All Non-UK Passport Holders are required to refer the checklist for Non-UK Nationals. Please Note: That this list is not exhaustive and does not guarantee a visa. The High Commission of India or its Consulates reserve the right to ask for additional documents if required.