Tourist visa

Purpose: The Tourist visa is granted only for the following purposes:

- Recreation
- Sightseeing
- Casual visits to meet friends or relatives
- Attending a short-term yoga program
- Short-duration medical treatment

Important Note for Journalists
Journalists, even when traveling for tourism purposes, must apply for a Journalist (J) visa only.

Required Documents: 

1. Travel Medical Insurance: Covering the entire intended stay
   2. Bank Statement
   3. Passport Copies: All pages of other valid or expired international and internal passports
   4. Original Passport: Minimum 6 months validity and two blank pages
   5. Photograph: One good quality color photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm)
   6. Return Air Ticket
   7. Hotel Booking or Invitation: Notarized invitation from someone in India (along with a copy of the photo page and address page of the host's passport)

Additional Documents: The Consulate reserves the right to demand any additional documents.

Note:
Please ensure that you meet all the requirements and submit complete documentation to avoid any delays or rejections.