The Employment Visa enables skilled professionals to work in India with approved employers.
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Bring your expertise to India's dynamic economy with its growing tech hubs and diverse opportunities
Overview
A work visa permit for skilled professionals in India
Eligibility Requirements
Job offer from Indian employer meeting salary requirements
Anchor Ancestor restrictions
Months to citizenship
Length of Visa
1 year visa
Months to Visa
4 months
Physical Presence Requirement
None
Availability
Online application available
Family Allowance
Spouse and children
Overview
Apply through e-Visa portal + Complete documentation at Indian mission
Questions?
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What are the salary requirements?
Minimum annual salary of $25000 for most sectors.
How long is processing time?
Processing typically takes 2-3 weeks.
Can I change employers?
Yes but requires new visa application process.
Can family members join?
Yes spouse and children under 18 eligible for dependent visas.
What qualifications are needed?
Degree and relevant work experience in specialized field.
benefits
Access to one of the world's fastest-growing economies with strong IT and service sectors
Relatively affordable cost of living with high quality of life in major tech cities
Clear visa renewal process for up to 5 years with dependent family options
Online Submission Allowed
Fast Processing Speed
Program Stability
Visa-Free Travel Countries
57
Passport Validity
10 years
Overview
Questions?
Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
What are the salary requirements?
Minimum annual salary of $25000 for most sectors.
How long is processing time?
Processing typically takes 2-3 weeks.
Can I change employers?
Yes but requires new visa application process.
Can family members join?
Yes spouse and children under 18 eligible for dependent visas.
What qualifications are needed?
Degree and relevant work experience in specialized field.
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Personal documents+Proof of employment or Job Offer+Academic background+Professional background
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
REQUIREMENTS
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify qualification requirements
• Check salary thresholds
• Review work experience criteria
Employer Sponsorship
• Secure qualifying job offer
• Obtain employer sponsorship
• Complete labor market test (if required)
Documentation
• Gather qualification certificates
• Prepare employment contract
• Complete skills assessment
• Obtain professional registrations
Application
• Submit visa application
• Complete health checks
• Provide biometrics
Relocation
• Receive work visa approval
• Register with authorities
• Complete workplace onboarding
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport (original and copy)+State-issued ID+Passport-sized photo
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Copy of Address Proof
Clean Criminal Record certificate is required for the applicant
Not applicable
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
162
Overall Rank
Cost
Based on application fee
Residency Requirements
Based on residency requirements
Residency Privileges Length
Based on programs’s term
Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
Eligibility Requirements
Based on entry requirements
Program Stability
Based on years of activity
Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
Rankings
Safety
116
Cost of Living
136
Quality of Life
40
Healthcare Quality
143
Internet Speed
93
Human Freedom
110
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