Visa Information

General Information About India Visas

All international participants attending the WFE General Assembly & Annual Meeting 2026 will require a valid visa to enter India. 

Before You Apply

To request supporting visa documentation from the host please email Manoj Kumar at the NSE with The WFE Office in copy. Please provide the following information. We will then email the required documents to you. You must register for the event before requesting any visa support.

  • Salutation (examples – Mr., Ms., Dr.)
  • First/Given Name
  • Last/Family Name
  • Passport #
  • Date of Birth (please spell out month)
  • Country of Nationality
  • Mailing Address
  • Designation/Job Title 
  • Email Address
  • Contact Number
  • Dates of arrival and departure

All invitation letters will be sent by email as PDF attachments. Hard copies will not be provided.

Delegates are responsible for understanding and confirming the visa and documentation requirements applicable to their nationality and passport, and are advised to verify these requirements with the relevant Indian authorities in their country well in advance of travel.

Please ensure you have:

  • A passport valid for at least six months from your date of arrival in India.
  • A completed visa application form.
  • A passport-sized photograph meeting the required specifications.
  • An invitation letter (if required).
  • Your travel itinerary.
  • Hotel reservation details.
  • Any additional supporting documents requested by the Indian authorities.

Option 1 – e-Business Visa (Online Application)

The e-Business Visa is recommended for delegates whose nationality is eligible for India's e-Visa facility.

The entire application process is completed online, and no visit to an Indian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate is required.

How to apply

Visit the Government of India e-Visa website.

Select "Apply here for e-Visa."

Select the appropriate e-Business Visa category that applies to your travel.

Complete the online application.

Upload the required supporting documents.

Submit your application and pay the applicable visa fee online.

Supporting Documents

Please upload:

  • A copy of your passport (bio-data page in pdf).
  • A recent passport-size photograph (350x350 jpegs)
  • Copy of Business card
  • Copy of Business Invitation letter

Visa support documents will be issued only to registered conference participants.

Option 2 – Conference Visa (Regular/Paper Visa Application)

Delegates who are not eligible for an e-Conference Visa, or whose travel circumstances require a regular visa, should apply for a Conference Visa.

This application is made through the nearest Indian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate in your country.

Unlike the e-Conference Visa, this process generally requires you to:

  • complete the visa application form;
  • book an appointment with the Indian Embassy/High Commission/Consulate or its authorised visa application centre;

How to apply

Visit the India Regular Visa Application website.

Select "Regular/Paper Visa Application."

Complete the online application form.

Print and sign the completed application.

Submit your passport and supporting documents at your local Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC) or directly to the Indian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate on your scheduled appointment date.

Follow the instructions provided by your local Indian Mission.

Supporting Documents

Please provide:

  • A copy of your passport (bio-data page in pdf).
  • A recent passport-size photograph (350x350 jpegs).
  • Conference Invitation Letter issued by the organisers (NSE).
  • Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) clearance letters.

Once the form is filled and submitted, the applicant must print the completed application form and sign and submit the physical copy along with the supporting documents and the Passport to the concerned Indian Visa Application Center (IVAC) or directly at the Indian Mission on the scheduled appointed date. The instructions for filling the form and scheduling the appointment can be seen at  Instructions for Regular Visa Application.

Visa support documents will be issued only to registered conference participants.

Important Information for spouses and accompanying persons

  • Spouses and accompanying persons travelling with a registered delegate should apply for the e-Tourist Visa.