Please refer to the table below and select the correct Indian Mission when filling out your online Application Form.
Please Note: Incorrect selection will require you to fill a new form.
| Locations of VFS India Consular Application Centre | VFS India Consular Application Centre - Washington | VFS India Consular Application Centre - New York | VFS India Consular Application Centre - Atlanta | VFS India Consular Application Centre-Chicago | VFS India Consular Application Centre-Houston | VFS India Consular Application Centre-San Francisco |
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| Jurisdictions | Bermuda, Delaware, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia | Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. | Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virgin Islands | Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin | Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, and Nebraska | Alaska, Arizona, California, Island of Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands , U.S. Territory of American Samoa and Wyoming |
- Once you have completed the form on the https://embassy.passportindia.gov.in/ site , please also note the Application Reference number (ARN), Print it & return to VFS Website to proceed with the subsequent steps to complete the application onward submission process. Note: Filling or submitting online form on Govt. website does not complete the process, you will have to submit the physical application to VFS India Consular Application Centre.
- Date Format on all forms must follow DD/MM/YYYY format. Date of Birth cannot be corrected after issuance of document and you would need to reapply again’
IMPORTANT NOTES:
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Let's delve into the key concepts outlined in the provided information:
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VFS India Consular Application Centre Locations:
- Washington
- New York
- Atlanta
- Chicago
- Houston
- San Francisco
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Jurisdictions:
- Washington: Bermuda, Delaware, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia.
- New York: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont.
- Atlanta: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virgin Islands.
- Chicago: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin.
- Houston: Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Nebraska.
- San Francisco: Alaska, Arizona, California, Island of Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, U.S. Territory of American Samoa, Wyoming.
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Application Process:
- Applicants are directed to complete the online form on the official government website: .
- After completing the form, applicants must note the Application Reference Number (ARN), print it, and return to the VFS website to proceed with subsequent steps for application submission.
- It is emphasized that filling or submitting the online form on the government website is not sufficient, and the physical application must be submitted to the designated VFS India Consular Application Centre.
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Important Notes:
- The date format on all forms must follow DD/MM/YYYY.
- The cautionary note is provided that the Date of Birth cannot be corrected after the issuance of the document, necessitating a reapplication.
In summary, it is crucial to adhere to the specified consular jurisdiction based on your residence and carefully follow the outlined steps for a seamless visa application process. Remember to comply with the specified date format and take note of the critical details such as the Application Reference Number to ensure a successful application submission. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to ask.
