India: New International Student Visa Categories

Key Points  

  • India introduced two new student visa categories intended to make the visa application process more manageable for students 

Overview  

India announced two new visa categories for international students: the e-student visa and the e-student-x visa. 

Key Information: 

  • Foreign nationals must be admitted to recognized institutions offering undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD, or other formal programs. 
  • The e-student visa is for eligible foreign students registered on the ‘Study in India’ (SII) portal. 
  • The e-student-x visa is for dependents of e-student visa holders. 
  • The visas are valid for up to five years, with extensions being possible. 
  • Applicants must apply through the indianvisaonline.gov.in platform and register on the SII portal.

 

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