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As a general rule, citizens of countries that have a good relationship with India can stay in the country for 180 days without further formalities, but if you intend to immigrate to India<\/strong>, you will need to register with one of the Regional Foreigners Registration Offices before completing 14 days of stay in the country. There are a number of other procedures for living in India and our team of lawyers in India<\/a><\/strong> is here to help you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\n\t\t\t\t Quick Facts<\/th>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t <\/th>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t<\/thead>\n\t
\n\t\t\t\t  Entry visa requirement (from EU)  (YES\/NO) <\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t <\/p>\n\t\t\t\tYes<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\tEntry visa requirement (outside EU) (YES\/NO)<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\tYes<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\tTypes of visas available<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t Tourist
\n\t\t\t\tEmployment
\n\t\t\t\tBusiness
\n\t\t\t\tResearch
\n\t\t\t\tConference
\n\t\t\t\tTransit
\n\t\t\t\tMedical<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\tTime frame for obtaining work visa (approx.) <\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\tMinimum 3 working days<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\tValidity of temporary residence permit<\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tExtended up to 5 years, depending on type<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\tTime frame for obtaining permanent residence (approx.)<\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\tPermanent Residency Status available to foreign investors, residency granted for 10 years (extendable), minimum processing time: 3 days.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\tInvestor Visa Availability (YES\/NO)<\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\tYes<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\tSponsorship requirement (YES\/NO)<\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tNo<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\tTime frame for obtaining citizenship <\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t12 years
\n\t\t\t\tDual citizenship not permitted<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\tCitizenship\/Residency by investment scheme availability (YES\/NO)<\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tYes<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t Tax benefits for expats<\/td>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTax credit on foreign income, subject to conditions.<\/td>\n\t\t<\/tr>\n
How to obtain citizenship<\/td>\n\n

– by birth,<\/p>\n

– by descent,<\/p>\n

– by registration,<\/p>\n

– naturalization.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Naturalization process<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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– pass the residency requirements,<\/p>\n

– show good character,<\/p>\n

– pass language test,<\/p>\n

– renounce previous citizenship (if applicable),<\/p>\n

– submit application,<\/p>\n

– take oath of alliance.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Residency requirements<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Reside in India for at least 11 out of the last 14 years before applying for citizenship;<\/p>\n

Live continuously in the country for one year immediately before submitting the application.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Overseas Citizenship of India<\/td>\n\n

A special immigration status granted to individuals of Indian origin living abroad;<\/p>\n

Is a long-term visa that allows multiple entries into the country.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Persons of Indian Origin<\/td>\n\n

A predecessor of the Overseas Citizenship of India, which is no longer available.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Can buy property (YES\/NO)<\/td>\n\n

YES, but only under long-term visas or residence permits.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Cases for citizenship by registration<\/td>\n\n

– be a resident of India for 7 years,<\/p>\n

– be married for 7 years to an Indian citizen,<\/p>\n

– individuals with Indian parents,<\/p>\n

– be an overseas citizen of India for five years and reside in India for one year, etc.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Documents required for immigrating<\/td>\n\n

– passport,<\/p>\n

– visa,<\/p>\n

– proof of residence,<\/p>\n

– proof of sustainable income,<\/p>\n

– letter of invitation (if applicable), etc.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Special documents needed for<\/td>\n\n

– employment,<\/p>\n

– study,<\/p>\n

– employment for business.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Immigrating with pets<\/td>\n\n

– microchipping is mandatory,<\/p>\n

– obtain license of import for pets,<\/p>\n

– respect vaccination protocols,<\/p>\n

– obtain certificate from the Animal Quarantine and Certification Station.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Importing personal belongings<\/td>\n\n

– hold a valid visa,<\/p>\n

– must be shipped within 30 days of the individual’s arrival in the country,<\/p>\n

– physical presence required during custom verification.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Free of charge imported items<\/td>\n\n

– clothes,<\/p>\n

– books,<\/p>\n

– furniture,<\/p>\n

– kitchenware,<\/p>\n

– small appliances,<\/p>\n

– computer,<\/p>\n

– laptop,<\/p>\n

– video cassette player,<\/p>\n

– washing machine,<\/p>\n

– domestic refrigerators,<\/p>\n

– cooking ranges (under certain conditions).<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Reasons to immigrate<\/td>\n\n

– work opportunities,<\/p>\n

– investment,<\/p>\n

– study,<\/p>\n

– culture and spirituality,<\/p>\n

– family reunification,<\/p>\n

– personal reasons, etc.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Advantages of immigration to India<\/td>\n\n

– economic opportunities,<\/p>\n

– exploring the culture,<\/p>\n

– affordable cost of living, <\/p>\n

– low taxes,<\/p>\n

– investment potential, etc.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Assistance from our Indian lawyers<\/strong><\/td>\nOur law firm in India<\/strong> can provide support for immigration matters.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\t<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n

The process of immigration to India<\/strong> begins long before the trip. You will need to gather the necessary documents and apply for the visa that best suits your case to avoid any friction with the Indian government once you are in the country and ready to start enjoying a new culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In any immigration process having the right information is key to having a pleasant experience rather than an experience you want to forget right away. That is why we always recommend counting on the assistance of experts in migration issues such as our law firm in India<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long-term residency in India<\/a><\/strong> is subject to several conditions, as well as the mandatory requirement to register with the authorities, depending on the duration of their stay (for example, in case of staying more than 180 days in the country). Our team can give you complete information about the foreigner\u2019s registration process and the information needed upon registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our team of immigration lawyers in India<\/strong> has helped a large number of individuals of various nationalities relocate to India <\/strong>in compliance with all the immigration regulations required by the government. The experience we have gained throughout our experience qualifies us to assist immigrants from all countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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