## Visa Guideline

Travel

## NSICON 2026 - VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR OVERSEAS DELEGATES

### Important Information

All overseas delegates intending to attend NSICON 2026 are required to obtain a Conference Visa for entry into India. Please note that Business or Tourist Visas will not be accepted, except for delegates from countries exempted from visa requirements.

The Organizing Committee will provide official support documents exclusively to registered and fully paid delegates and participating exhibitors to facilitate the visa application process.

Given the intricacies involved in obtaining a Conference Visa, delegates are strongly advised to submit their requests for visa support documentation through the official NSICON 2026 conference website at the earliest opportunity. This will help avoid potential delays in visa processing.

The final date for submitting requests for visa support documents is 20 August 2026.

#### Disclaimer

The Organizing Committee disclaims any responsibility for travel disruptions, delays in visa processing, or any associated costs arising from non-compliance with Indian visa regulations or any changes in travel requirements imposed by India or the delegate's country of residence.

### Steps for Applying for an Indian Conference Visa

1Complete Conference Registration

- Ensure you have completed registration and payment for NSICON 2026.
- Only fully registered and paid participants are eligible for visa support documents.
- https://nsicon2026.com/

2Request Visa Support Documents

- Visit: Visa Document Request Form
- Fill out the form and upload necessary items (passport copy, registration confirmation).
- Submit your request no later than 1st Aug 2026.

3Receive Required Documents

- Formal invitation letter
- Event clearance from Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
- Additional documents as required by Indian missions

Note: After you submit your details, we will share them with the ministry. Clearance is subject to their response.
4Fill Out the Visa Application Online

- Visit indianvisaonline.gov.in
- Select "Conference Visa" as the category
- Complete the online application form
- Upload your recent photo and necessary documents
- Print the application form

5Submit Your Application at the Indian Mission

- Go to the nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate or authorized Visa Application Center
- Bring: printed application, passport (6+ months validity), visa support docs, photos, fee

6Track and Collect Your Visa

- Use online tracking or follow up with the visa center
- Once approved, collect your Conference Visa

### Documents Required for Conference Visa Application

#### Passport

- Passport with at least six (6) months of remaining validity.
- Photocopy of passport biodata page.
- Must have a minimum of two (2) blank visa pages.

#### Photo

- Photograph must be taken within the last six (6) months.
- Color passport photo against a white background, size: 51mm (H) x 51mm (L).

#### Official Supporting Documents

All registered and fully paid delegates and participating exhibitors can submit their request for the following official supporting documents via the ISAR 2026 website:

- Official letter of invitation from the ISAR 2026 conference organizer.
- Political clearance letter from the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
- Event clearance letter from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

### Apply for a Conference Visa to Visit India

Delegates from most countries are required to obtain a visa to enter India. Please refer to the visa requirements by country/territory for more specific details.

Visa Exemptions:

- Citizens of Bhutan and Nepal do not require a visa to enter India and can stay indefinitely.
- OCI Cardholders (Overseas Citizens of India) do not need a visa to enter India.

#### Visa Application Process

Depending on your nationality, you may need to apply for an e-visa online or submit a physical visa application at an authorized Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC).

##### E-Conference Visa

Complete the online application at indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

##### Hard Copy Paper Conference Visa

Citizens of China, Hong Kong SAR, Iraq, Pakistan, and Sudan must apply for a hard copy conference visa.

- Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html
- Print and sign the application form
- Bring the signed copy for submission at an authorized IVAC

##### Hard Copy Conference Visa for Bangladesh

- Apply via ivacbd.com
- Print and sign the application form
- Submit the signed form at an authorized IVAC

##### Application Submission Timeline

- Submit your visa application from 120 days before the event date.
- The final submission date for conference visa requests is 20 August 2026.

##### Reminders

- Apply early to avoid delays
- Select the correct visa category ("Conference Visa")
- Keep a copy of all documents for your records
- The organizing committee cannot intervene in visa decisions