The Business Visa program enables foreign entrepreneurs to establish and manage businesses in India.
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Overview
A long-term business visa for entrepreneurs in India's dynamic market
Eligibility Requirements
Business plan and investment capacity
Anchor Ancestor restrictions
Months to citizenship
Length of Visa
5 year visa
Months to Visa
5 months
Physical Presence Requirement
Must live in the country for at least 183 days per year
Availability
Online application available
Family Allowance
Spouse and children
Overview
Apply through e-Business Visa portal + Submit documentation at Indian mission
Questions?
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What business activities are allowed?
How long is processing time?
Can I hire local employees?
Is there a minimum investment?
Can I include family members?
benefits
Access to world's largest youth population market and growing digital economy
Streamlined process for foreign entrepreneurs with strong government support
Multiple entry visa valid for up to 5 years for founders and families
Option to renew the visa for up to 10 years
Online Submission Allowed
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Fast Processing Speed
Visa-Free Travel Countries
57
Passport Validity
10 years
Overview
Questions?
Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
What business activities are allowed?
How long is processing time?
Can I hire local employees?
Is there a minimum investment?
Can I include family members?
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Business Plan+Proof of ownership stake+Proof of investment+Bank statements
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
REQUIREMENTS
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify business experience
• Review investment thresholds
• Check eligibility criteria
• Select target market
Business Planning
• Develop business plan
• Market analysis
• Financial projections
• Job creation plans
Application Preparation
• Prepare investment documentation
• Business registration
• Source of funds verification
• Professional qualifications
Submission & Review
• Submit business proposal
• Present to relevant authorities
• Complete background screening
• Provide additional documentation
Implementation
• Receive visa approval
• Execute business plan
• Meet investment milestones
• Regular reporting requirements
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport (original and copy)+State-issued ID+Passport-sized photo
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Not applicable
Clean Criminal Record certificate is required for the applicant
Proof of sufficient funds to support in India+Bank Statements (last six months)
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
172
Overall Rank
Cost
Based on application fee
Residency Requirements
Based on residency requirements
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Residency Privileges Length
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Eligibility Requirements
Based on entry requirements
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Program Stability
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
116
Cost of Living
136
Quality of Life
40
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Healthcare Quality
143
Internet Speed
93
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Human Freedom
110
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