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Embassy of United States in New Delhi, India |
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Address | Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi - 110021 |
Contact No | 011-91-11-24198000 |
Fax Number | 011-91-11-2419-0017 |
Website | NA |
Contact Email | NA |
Ambassador | H.E. Mr. Kenneth Ian Juster |
Last Updated | 29-11-2021 |
New Delhi is the capital of the Indian Republic and is known for its flourishing industries like technology, finance, electronics, pharmaceuticals etc. Furthermore, the Central Government is encouraging the growth of businesses and industries in New Delhi. Thus, owing to the growth in business and employment opportunities, there has been an influx of foreign traders and businessmen to India.Â
Therefore, the city acts as a centre of business attracting foreign nationals globally. Moreover, the city also headquarters major educational institutions like IIM, and IIT which are again responsible for attracting many international students.
Likewise for increased cooperation between the U.S. and India, New Delhi has a diplomatic mission known as the U.S. Embassy. This Embassy caters to the grievances of U.S. citizens living in or visiting India.
The Embassy’s functions are as follows:
Acting as the cultural centre of the US in India by organising events, art exhibitions, musical programs etc.
Coordinating functions of the four US consulates that operate from Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai and Hyderabad
Promoting a mutually beneficial bi-lateral relationship between US and India using strategic cooperation
Exchanging scientific and technological resources for attaining profitable returns
Providing legal assistance to US citizens residing in India if they have been detained or arrested under certain circumstances
Evacuating US citizens from India in case of civil emergencies
Assisting in procuring economic data and sharing it with American businesses operating in India for attaining profits
Guiding Indian organisations in formulating business expansion strategies concerning US macro trends
For attaining a visa from the US Embassy, you have to carry the following documents:
Online non-immigrant DS-160 application form
A valid passport
A single-colour photograph (2x2 inches) with a white background. Ensure that you have a neutral expression with open eyes. You must not wear any uniform or any electronic device or any eye gear.
Receipt as a confirmation of payment done for the US visa form
Ensure that any of the documents not written in English must be submitted after translation. However, the above documents for visa application will alter as per your preferred visa type.
Further, if you are looking for other consular services like passport renewal, certificate authentication etc., you must contact the Embassy for guidance.
The U.S. Embassy New Delhi has its jurisdiction spread across the states of Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Mizoram, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Nagaland, Kerala, Odisha, Sikkim, Punjab, Tripura, Telangana, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Rajasthan, Meghalaya, Chandigarh, Kerala, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Uttarakhand, Daman and Diu, Lakshadweep, Pondicherry and Tamil Nadu.
Further, the four consulates operating under the Embassy for effortlessly attending to the consular affairs of American citizens in India are:
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
U.S. Consulate General Chennai
U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad
All these consulates work together to ensure a strong and profitable relationship between the U.S. and India.
The Embassy offers the following list of consular services.
Providing emergency assistance to U.S. citizens residing in India during arrest, death, etc.
Utilising the International Parent-Child Abduction (IPCA) measure to prevent any child from being abducted from their home country
Offering financial assistance in cases of unavoidable destitution
Granting passport and visa services to its citizens in India
Assisting in obtaining U.S. citizenship or renunciation of the same
Helping U.S. citizens during medical and legal emergencies
Notarising civil documents like affidavits, statement of consent for a child's passport application, U.S. saving bonds etc. as per requirement
Conducting federal programs like selective service registration, veteran affairs, voting etc.
Thus, as a U.S. national, if you are facing any issue, ensure that you connect with the Embassy directly via their contact points.
Apart from the above consular services, as per travel advisory, it is recommended to have access to an international travel insurance scheme. The travel insurance will grant benefits like coverage of any unexpected monetary loss during travelling, medical reimbursements, granting assistance during baggage or document loss and offering help in case of flight delays or withdrawals.
You can visit the official website of the U.S. Embassy New Delhi for obtaining more information.
You can visit the official website of the U.S. Embassy New Delhi for obtaining more information.
You can get an appointment for a U.S. visa interview within three months of visa application. The tenure depends on the availability of the consular department of the Embassy.
You can get an appointment for a U.S. visa interview within three months of visa application. The tenure depends on the availability of the consular department of the Embassy.
After submission of the visa application, if it is approved, the processing period is approximately 7 to 10 working days.
After submission of the visa application, if it is approved, the processing period is approximately 7 to 10 working days.
The types of U.S. visas are: Visitor visa Student visa Exchange visitor visa Temporary work visa Treaty Trader and Investor visa Diplomatic and official visa Transit and Crewmember visa Immediate Relative and Family Sponsored visa Fiancé and Spouse visa Employer-Sponsored visa
The types of U.S. visas are:
You can book an appointment via the online calendar. The service is provided on a first come and first serve basis. Please note: you cannot book an appointment on U.S. or Indian holidays. Visit the official page to make an appointment. Â
You can book an appointment via the online calendar. The service is provided on a first come and first serve basis. Please note: you cannot book an appointment on U.S. or Indian holidays. Visit the official page to make an appointment. Â
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