If you are planning to apply for an Indian Tourist Visa, it is important to understand the updated application and payment process before creating your IVAC profile.
Following the introduction of new Indian visa categories and an updated IVAC payment system, many applicants have encountered difficulties while submitting their applications or completing online payments. To help you avoid common mistakes, here is a step-by-step guide explaining the process.
Before Creating Your IVAC Profile
Before registering on the IVAC payment portal, make sure you complete the following steps:
- Complete your Indian Visa Application Form online.
- Download and print the completed application form.
- Keep the printed application form with you while creating your IVAC profile.
- Register (Sign Up) on the IVAC payment portal between 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM.
Creating your profile only after completing the visa application will help ensure that all information matches correctly.
Important Information to Enter While Creating Your Profile
When creating your IVAC profile, all personal information must exactly match the details shown in your passport and visa application form.
Be sure to enter:
- Passport Number
- Full Name (Name & Surname)
- Date of Birth
- Mobile Number
- Email Address
Even a small spelling mistake or incorrect digit may prevent your visa application from being uploaded successfully.
Why Accuracy Is So Important
If any of the above information does not match your passport or visa application:
- Your visa application form may fail to upload to your IVAC profile.
- Online payment cannot be processed under your passport.
- Your application may be rejected during submission.
- You may have to wait before submitting a new application.
Therefore, always double-check every detail before completing your registration.
Profile Editing Restrictions
Applicants should be aware of the following important rules:
- You are allowed to edit your IVAC profile only once after registration.
- Once this edit opportunity has been used, no further changes can be made for the next six months.
- Incorrect information may result in IVAC refusing to accept your application.
For this reason, carefully review all details before saving your profile.
Use the Same Information Everywhere
The following information must be identical in both your visa application form and your IVAC profile:
- Mobile Number
- Email Address
- Passport Information
Using different information may prevent your application from being linked correctly.
Family Applications Under One Profile
The IVAC system allows members of the same family to submit multiple applications using a single profile.
How It Works
- The family member whose passport is used to create the profile becomes the Primary Applicant.
- Upload the Primary Applicant’s visa application first.
- Upload the remaining family members’ applications afterward.
- A maximum of four (4) visa applications can be linked to one family profile.
- Once an appointment is confirmed, the visa processing fees for all four applicants will be charged together.
- A single payment invoice will be generated.
- All four applicants can then visit the IVAC together and submit their passports and application documents using the same appointment.
Final Advice
Before submitting your Indian Tourist Visa application, carefully verify every piece of information entered into your IVAC profile. Even a minor error can delay your application, prevent successful payment, or result in your application being rejected.
Taking a few extra minutes to review your information can save considerable time and avoid unnecessary complications during the visa application process.
Apply carefully, verify every detail, and enjoy a smooth Indian visa application experience.
