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Mountaineering Visa
Mountaineering Visa
Mountaineering visa is applicable to Foreign Nationals coming for mountaineering expeditions. Applications for visas for India from foreigners desiring to undertake mountaineering expeditions need to be submitted at least 5 months in advance of the proposed visit, along with supporting documents.
For application to climb the Indian Himalayas by Foreigners and other details, visit the website of Indian Mountaineering Foundation. To download the application form, Click Here.
Important points to be noted during visa application:
- When applying for an Indian visa, applicants are requested to disclose details of all passports (current / old) held by them. Failure to do so may result in rejection of their applications.
- Applicants are requested to ensure details entered on the Visa application form must be exactly as in the Passport or else the visa application will be rejected.
- When applying for a visa, the passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months or more. The passport must have at least three blank pages and should not be mutilated / damaged / tampered in any manner.
- Suppression of facts and information will not only result in delay or denial of visa applied for but may debar the applicant from applying under this system in future.
- Visa processing fees are not refundable. Fee should be deposited only after ascertaining that all correct and relevant details are entered in the application form.
- The acceptance of a visa application does not automatically guarantee grant of a visa. The visa application may be modified or refused by the Indian Embassy / Consulate at their discretion. Decision of the Embassy / Consulate on the matter shall be final.
- The duration and number of entries granted to the applicant will be solely at the discretion of Embassy / Consulate. No claims and correspondences shall be entertained in this regard.
- Visa is valid from the date of issue and not from the date of travel.
- It is strongly advised that applicants do not make any travel arrangements before obtaining an Indian visa. The Embassy of India or its Consulates cannot, under any circumstance, be held responsible for visa not issued in time.
- All Visa applicants including those applying for multiple entry Tourist and Business Visas are advised to give their biometrics at the time of submission of their applications.
- In case of a Minor child, a consent letter signed by both parents / if one parent, a copy of custody letter from local court is needed.
- Know your correct jurisdiction before applying, and ensure you apply at the correct SGIVS Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC). For more details, refer to the "How to Apply" section or "Jurisdiction" section.
- Applicants coming to the SGIVS ICAC for application submission must have a prior appointment, and must visit SGIVS ICAC at the designated date and time only, as per the appointment letter. Applicants coming in without an appointment will not be entertained.
- Fees submission at SGIVS ICAC can be made through cash.
- Consular surcharge of OMR 3 shall be levied on all visa services (except Gratis cases) and must be paid along with visa fee and SGIVS service fee, as specified in the "Fees Details" section.
- Applicants must ensure that they have all the supporting documents, as mentioned in the "Documents Checklist" section. Incomplete applications will not be accepted at SGIVS ICAC.
Advisory:
- For travel to India a valid visa along with passport is mandatory. Only categories exempted under bilateral arrangements may not need a visa. For persons of Indian origin (all categories), OCI card is mandatory.
- Foreigners can visit restricted / prohibited areas only after getting a valid permit as visa alone is not enough to visit such places.
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Follow the below steps in order to apply
- Create an account (Register yourself) on SGIVS Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click Here to register.
- Fill the Govt of India's Online Visa Application Form. Click Here to access the Online Visa Application Portal.
- Select the REGULAR/PAPER VISA APPLICATION option.
- Click Here to view a sample online Indian Visa Application Form in German language. Klicken Sie hier, um ein Beispiel für ein Online-Visumantragsformular für Indien in deutscher Sprache anzuzeigen.
- Ensure that you select the appropriate option for the dropdown "Indian Mission/Office" as per your correct jurisdiction. To know your jurisdiction, refer to the "Jurisdiction" section.
- Print and sign your application.
- Book your appointment online at SGIVS Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. You can choose a convenient date and time to visit the SGIVS ICAC for your application submission. Click Here to book your appointment online.
- Ensure that you have your passport, photographs and all other supporting documents, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section.
- Visit the SGIVS ICAC, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location of the ICAC will be clearly mentioned in the appontment letter.
- Kindly ensure you reach the ICAC 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.
- Submit your application and deposit your fees at SGIVS ICAC. You can check the fee for this application under the "Fee Details" section.
- Enroll for Biometrics at SGIVS ICAC (if required)
- Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your passport delivered to your doorstep!
- While your application is in process, you can track your application to know the current stage of your application process. Click Here to track your application online.
You can refer to the below Step-By-Step diagram to understand and follow the application process.
Register on our Website
Read our application instructions carefully,
and complete the Government of India’s online form as
guided.
Schedule Appointment
Visit at your scheduled date &
time.
Submit Application & deposit Fees. Enroll for Biometrics (if required)
You can Track your Application Status on our
website.
Have your processed document(s) delivered to your doorstep.
Required Documents:
- Printed copy of the duly filled online application form at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html (Applicant should sign the application on first page below the photo and on the last page at designated place).
- Original Passport with at least 6 months more than six months validity as on date of expected date of journey and 2 blank pages along with a photocopy of the personal information page(s).
- 01 recent photograph (51mm x 51mm). Application forms with photo of wrong specifications would be rejected. Photo specifications can be seen Here.
- Self-attested photocopy of Proof of Current address in Oman (City Registration/ Meldebesatigung / Anmeldung / personalauweis) of the applicant.
- Additional Form (Download Form) & Documents for Passport holders other than German nationals including proof of valid German Residence Permit / Visa:
Clearance issued by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF), New Delhi addressed to the Embassy/Consulate, specifying the purpose and visit dates on official letterhead. The appicant first have to apply for clearance as per Appendix XVI at the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF), New Delhi. IMF needs atleast 04 months for processing the application. Once the clearence is issued, the applicant may submit the application for visa at the concerned ICAC. - In case of minors:- Copy of Birth Certificate of the applicant, passport copies of the parents, Consent letter signed by both parents or custody document of a local court (if applicable).
- Proof of payment of the applicable fee (if made through bank transfer).
- Under Family details:The applicant must specify the previous nationality of both the parents. Applicant should not leave that blank.
- Photograph should be mandatorily uploaded before submitting the online application form.
- Print and enclose duly filled checklist. Click here to download.
- Print and enclose the Applicant Consent Form. Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.
Important Advisory/Points
- Journalist travelling to India for any purpose may apply for Journalist Visa only.
- Tourist Visa applicants travelling by Ship, need mandatorily biometrics.
- All foreigners intending to visit India are advised to check the health regulations at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/ before travelling to India.
- For immigration related queries like travelling with pet animals, traveling with medicine etc., please check with the airlines or visit at https://www.cbic.gov.in/entities/internationalTravellers.
- Stateless persons holding travel documents may also apply for visa however they are advised to apply atleast 02 months prior of desired visit as the visa takes time.
- Diplomatic/Official passport holder are advised to contact directly to the concerned Indian Embassy/Consulate for diplomatic/official visa.
- All foreigner intending to visit India are advised to carry Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate if coming from Yellow Fever endemic countries or with history of travel to Yellow Fever endemic countries in the last 6 days. Any Person (excluding infants below the age of six months) arriving by air or sea or land without a certificate of vaccination is to be detained in isolation for a period of 6 days.
- All foreigners intending to visit in Restricted/Protected areas are advised to apply for the permission at https://indianfrro.gov.in/eservices as only the visa and passport are not sufficient to travel in these areas. The details of restricted and protected areas can be seen at https://xn--i1b5bzbybhfo5c8b4bxh.xn--11b7cb3a6a.xn--h2brj9c/en/divisionofmha/foreigners-division/protected-area-permit-pap-restricted-area-permit-rap. The normal time processing for RAP/PAP permit is 06-08 weeks.
Note: If any additional documents is required based on the application, the applicant have to provide the same.
Fees Details
Visa Fee (applicable to German nationals and citizens of other countries, excluding nationals from countries classified as Special Category)
| Service | Duration of Visa | Visa Fee | ICWF Fee | SGIVS Service Fee | Fingerprint Biometric Fee | Facial Biometric Fee | Total Fee |
| Mountaineering Visa |
Up to 6 months/ |
OMR 73.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 80.55 |
|
More than 6 months and up to 1 year/ Multiple Entry |
OMR 110.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 117.55 |
Special Category Visa Fees (as per below details)
| For Nationals of Countries | Duration of Visa | Visa Fee | ICWF Fee | SGIVS Service Fee | Fingerprint Biometric Fee | Facial Biometric Fee | Total Fee |
|
Russia |
Single Entry |
OMR 37.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 44.55 |
|
Double Entry |
OMR 83.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 90.55 |
|
|
Multiple Entry |
OMR 110.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 117.55 |
|
|
Nigeria |
All type of visas irrespective of duration |
OMR 534.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 541.55 |
|
Pakistan |
All types of Visas (Rs. 100) |
OMR 2.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 9.55 |
|
Japan |
Irrespective of the duration |
OMR 8.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 15.55 |
|
USA |
Up to 06 months Single/Multiple Entry |
OMR 92.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 99.55 |
|
More than 06 months and up to 1 year Single/Multiple Entry |
OMR 129.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 136.55 |
|
|
Ukraine |
Less than 6 months |
OMR 78.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 85.55 |
|
6 months to 1 year |
OMR 119.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 126.55 |
|
|
1 to 5 years Single/Double/Multiple Entry |
OMR 183.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 190.55 |
|
|
Mozambique |
Up to 6 months |
OMR 201.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 208.55 |
|
Up to 6 months (in Emergency) |
OMR 274.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 281.55 |
|
|
More than 06 months up to 1 year |
OMR 274.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 281.55 |
|
|
More than 06 months to 1 year (in Emergency) |
OMR 274.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 281.55 |
|
|
More than 1 year up to 5 years |
OMR 274.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 281.55 |
|
|
More than 1 year up to 5 years (in Emergency) |
OMR 274.00 |
OMR 3.00 |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 281.55 |
|
|
Gratis Mountaineering visa |
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, DPR Korea, Jamaica, Maldives, Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar, South Africa and Seychelles. |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 4.55 |
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|
Visa Free Countries |
Nepal and Bhutan (Nationals of Nepal and Bhutan do not require Visa to enter India. However, Nepalese Nationals require Visa if they enter India from China which is granted on Gratis Basis). |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 4.55 |
||
|
Visa–on-Arrival countries |
Japan, South Korea and UAE (Only for such UAE nationals who had earlier obtained e-Visa or Regular/paper visa for India) |
OMR 4.53 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 0.01 |
OMR 4.55 |
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To ensure safe and timely return of documents, courier service is the standard mode of delivery for all applications submitted to ’s.
Courier Charges
- €26 – Within Province (with Insurance & Tracking)
- €33 – Outside Province (with Insurance & Tracking)
All applications, especially postal applications are processed with return courier service to avoid delays and ensure secure delivery.
Bank Transfer Charges
An additional €0.50 applies for payments made via bank transfer, to cover transaction fees.
Disclaimer: The Indian Embassy and Consulates in Germany reserve the right to update fees in accordance with directives from the Indian Government, without prior notice. While efforts are made to publish the latest and correct fees, discrepancies may occur. In such cases, applicants may be required to pay the difference, even after submitting their applications.
FAQ's for Mountaineering Visa
- Who should opt for the Indian Mountaineering Visa?
- This category of visa will be applicable to foreign nationals whose sole purpose of visiting India is for mountaineering / trekking expeditions.
- When should I apply for this visa?
- Applications for visas for India from foreigners desiring to undertake mountaineering expeditions need to be submitted at least 5 months in advance of the proposed visit, along with supporting documents.
- Who do I need to get permission from before applying for a mountaineering visa?
- You need to get permission from the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) before applying for a mountaineering visa. The IMF is the national body that coordinates expeditions in the Himalayas.
kindly visit this website and select the “Guide for Travellers” PDF.
- Please check the health regulations by clicking here before travelling to India.
- For immigration related queries like travelling with pet animals, traveling with medicine etc., please check with the airlines or refer to
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