Republic of India · work sponsored
India Project Visa
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Sector-specific work visa for foreign nationals executing projects in the power and steel sectors.
- Processing time
- Indicative only. Apply through an Indian mission or the Indian Visa Online portal; confirm current timelines on the official page.
- Government fees
- Indicative only. Fees depend on nationality and duration; refer to the official Indian Visa Online portal.
- Typical duration
- Granted for the duration of the project, subject to the applicable ceilings; renewable for the project term.
- Sponsorship required
- Yes
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
Overview
The Project Visa is a dedicated category for foreign nationals coming to India to execute projects in the power and steel sectors, granted within sector-specific numerical ceilings. A P-X sub-category covers dependents. Holders are tied to the specific project and must complete FRRO/FRO registration formalities after arrival.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓Applicant is executing a project in the power or steel sector in India.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
- ✓The deployment falls within the applicable sector-specific numerical ceiling.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
- ✓The applicant is engaged by a company executing the project.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
- ✓The role is project-specific rather than general employment.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
Common blockers
- !Project outside the power or steel sectors, which falls under the Employment Visa instead.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
- !Sector ceiling already reached for the project.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
- !Failure to complete required FRRO/FRO registration after arrival.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Project contract and letter from the executing company.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
- ·Proof of the applicant technical role on the project.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
- ·Passport valid for the required period with blank pages.Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) ↗
Application pathway
Confirm sector eligibility
Verify the project is in the power or steel sector and within the applicable ceiling.
Apply for the Project Visa
Submit the application via the Indian Visa Online portal and the relevant Indian mission.
Travel to India
Enter within the visa validity carrying the project contract and supporting documents.
Register with the FRRO/FRO
Complete registration formalities after arrival as required.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- Official guidanceApplicant + sponsorUse official India Project Visa route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for India Project Visa.
Bureau of Immigration / Ministry of Home Affairs (India) · verified
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Frequently asked questions
Which sectors qualify for an India Project Visa?+
The Project Visa is specifically for foreign nationals executing projects in the power and steel sectors, within sector-specific numerical ceilings.
Can my family join me on a Project Visa?+
Yes. Dependents of Project Visa holders can be granted the P-X sub-category, subject to the standard conditions.
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