India visa application requirements have changed. 

Now, effective immediately  all visa applications must include a photocopy of the birth certificate.

For Non-US born applicants that do not have their birth certificate, provide a copy of a document issued by Government authorities. This document could be an old (not current) passport or a school leaving certificate etc., provided it shows their personal particulars like name, date of birth, parents names, and nationality.

US born applicants can no longer substitute this requirement with a diploma or any other document. 

There will be no grace period for this new requirements. All applications submitted will need to meet this new requirement.

Let us help you with applying for an India Visa - requirements are in flux and it is important to solicit an expert to help make sure you visa is straight!

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