Employment Visa : It Can Be A Convert Into An Entry Visa.
An employment visa is issued to foreign nationals who are skilled in their field to work in India. It allows them to work in India for a specific period as per their contract with an Indian company.
Important Notes
- Eligibility: It is issued to highly skilled and qualified foreign nationals.
- Purpose of Visa: It’s issued to work in a company and institutes in India.
- Visa Validity: An employment visa’s validity depends on the contract with an Indian company but is usually issued for 1 year with multiple entries in India. The applicant needs to register their visa with the FRRO within 14 days of arrival in India.
- Document Requirements for Registration and Extension:
- Valid foreign passport
- Address Proof in India
- Educational and professional qualifications
- Applicant passport-sized photograph
- AOA and MOA of the company
- Company PAN card
- Processing Time: The registration processing time is 7 to 10 working days in India, and an extension processing time is 15 to 25 working days in India.
- FRRO Visa Extensions: The FRRO asks for the company contract and verifies all your documents before granting an employment visa extension in India. Also, the applicant needs to submit all tax documents.
Who Can Convert an Employment Visa into another Indian Visa ?
Employment Visa Holders Can Apply for Entry Visa
An Employment Visa is a non-convertible visa, but there are some categories in which it can be converted into an Entry Visa in India.
There are a few circumstances where you can convert your visa into an Entry Visa with some relationship documents. Here we have shared all the information about it.
Marriage to an Indian National:
If a foreigner gets married to an Indian national and has a marriage certificate issued by the court, in that category they can convert their visa into an Employment Visa for 1 year with multiple entries. However, on an Entry Visa, they cannot work, do business, or study in India. Once they complete 2 years of marriage, they are eligible to apply for an OCI card in India. With an OCI card, they can work, start a business, or study in India.
Indian Origin:
An Indian Origin individual who has arrived in India on an Employment Visa and does not want to continue their work in India can also apply for a Visa Conversion through the E-FRRO portal, and the FRRO will grant them an Entry Visa for 1 year with multiple entries. They can also apply for an OCI Card after 6 months of continuous stay in India.
Due to Medical Problem :
In cases where a foreign national falls sick during an Employment Visa in India, they are also eligible to convert their Employment Visa into a Medical Visa after the doctor’s recommendation. The FRRO requires a medical letter from a reputed hospital.
Keep in Mind Before Filing an Employment Visa Application
- Prior Approval: Always apply for a Visa Conversion at least 3 weeks before Indian Visa Expiry. A Visa Conversion process takes 3 to 5 weeks in India.
- Keep Patience: The employment Visa to Entry Visa Conversion process needs many documents and letters from the applicant, and the processing time is long, so you have to wait and follow the FRRO instructions.
- Professional Guidance: Don’t hesitate to ask for professional assistance from the experts. If you do not know the procedure, always ask for help; that will make your process smoother and easier.
Disclaimer:
This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. We at Fargoworldwide help individuals and corporates in India. We have more than 1,000 happy customers across the globe.
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