Journalist Visa

Journalist Visa

A Journalist Visa is issued to journalists and media persons travelling to India on assignment, for filing reports, shooting of documentaries, and similar work. A foreigner who is a journalist by profession will be granted a Journalist Visa irrespective of the purpose of the visit.

Before applying, and for more information about the Journalist Visa, please send an email to visa.auckland@mea.gov.in, giving full details of the purpose of the visit, a synopsis of the project, the itinerary, and whether any permissions from local authorities for the project have already been obtained.

Documents Required

1	Completed and signed visa application form, with the photograph uploaded vertically.
2	Original passport, valid for at least six months from the date of travel.
3	Two photographs (2” x 2”). Photographs larger than this may be cut to the required size. If you do not have two photographs identical to the one uploaded online, provide your latest, closely matching photographs. Detailed photograph specifications are available here.
4	Visa fee as per the fee schedule. Fee can be paid using a debit card at the Consulate.
5	For non-New Zealand nationals and those holding dual nationality: additional form, completed and signed.