Employment Visa India
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Expert assistance for Employment Visa applications for foreign nationals seeking to work in India for Indian companies.
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About Employment Visa India
An Indian Employment Visa (E Visa) is required for foreign nationals who intend to take up paid employment with an Indian company or organization. This visa is strictly regulated and typically requires that the foreign national is a specialist or skilled worker earning above a prescribed salary threshold. Our consultants guide employers and employees through the complex requirements to ensure a smooth and compliant application process.
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You can likely handle it yourself if…
- Your salary package is clearly above the ₹16.25 lakh threshold with a simple cash structure
- Your employer's HR has processed foreign hires before and handles the sponsorship paperwork
- It's a straightforward direct hire (E-1) with no prior refusals or compliance history
- You have comfortable lead time before your intended start date
Get professional help if…
- Your package is near the threshold or relies on allowances/perquisites to cross it
- It's an intra-company transfer (E-2) or the E-1/E-2/E-3 category isn't obvious
- You're switching employers, or have a previous refusal or overstay on record
- Family is joining you (X visas + FRRO registrations need sequencing)
- The employer is new to sponsoring foreign nationals
Who Can Apply?
- Foreign nationals offered employment by an Indian company or organization
- Skilled professionals, specialists, or senior executives relocating to India for work
- Foreign nationals earning a minimum annual gross salary of USD 25,000 or equivalent (exceptions apply for ethnic cook, language teacher, etc.)
- Foreign nationals deputed to India by a foreign parent company to their Indian subsidiary
- Technical experts deputed for specific technical projects
- Employees assigned to India under inter-company transfer arrangements
Documents Required
- Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
- Completed online visa application form
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Employment contract or offer letter from the Indian employer
- Educational qualification certificates (originals/attested copies)
- Professional experience certificates and credentials
- Employer's letter confirming salary, designation, and nature of work
- Company registration documents of the Indian employer
- Tax registration documents (PAN, GST) of the Indian employer
- Bank statements of the Indian employer (3-6 months)
- Copies of applicant's professional licenses (if applicable)
Document requirements can vary based on nationality, consulate, and specific circumstances. We provide tailored document checklists during consultation.
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How We Help You
Eligibility Assessment
We review the applicant's qualifications, salary, and the nature of employment to confirm Employment Visa eligibility and advise on the most appropriate approach.
Employer Compliance Check
We ensure the Indian employer meets all regulatory requirements, including having proper registrations and the capacity to sponsor a foreign employee.
Document Preparation
Our team prepares a comprehensive document package, including employer letters, employment contracts, and supporting credentials reviewed for accuracy.
Application Filing
We guide you through the online application process and consulate appointment scheduling, ensuring all forms are accurately completed.
FRRO Registration & Compliance
After visa grant and arrival in India, we assist with mandatory FRRO registration within 14 days and ongoing compliance requirements.
Common Questions About Employment Visa
What is the minimum salary required for an Employment Visa?
The general threshold is a gross annual remuneration above INR 16.25 lakh (roughly USD 25,000), assessed on the total package including allowances and perquisites — not just cash salary. A reduced threshold (INR 9.10 lakh) applies to faculty at central higher-educational institutions, and categories such as ethnic cooks, non-English language teachers/translators and diplomatic-mission staff are exempt. Thresholds are set by the government and change — we confirm the current figure for your case.
What are the E-1, E-2 and E-3 employment visa categories?
Under the 2026 restructure of India's employment visa system, E-1 covers most employment cases (direct hires and consultants), E-2 covers specific intra-company transfer cases, and E-3 covers NGO, missionary and religious workers. Which category fits determines the documents and sponsor requirements — we assess this as the first step of every engagement.
How long is an Employment Visa valid?
Employment Visas are typically granted for 1 year initially or for the duration of the employment contract, whichever is shorter, subject to a maximum of 5 years. Extensions are possible if the employment continues.
Can my family accompany me on an Employment Visa?
Yes. Your spouse and dependent children can accompany you on an X (Dependent) Visa. Your X Visa dependents are permitted to study in India but not to take up employment.
Does my employer need to register anywhere in India?
Yes. The sponsoring Indian employer must be properly registered, have a valid business license, and must often report the employment of the foreign national to the FRRO/FRO after the employee's arrival in India.
What happens if I change employers while on an Employment Visa?
An Employment Visa is employer-specific. Changing employers generally requires a fresh Employment Visa sponsored by the new employer — usually applied for from your home country — with a narrow intra-group exception that needs prior MHA approval. Working for a different employer than the one on your visa without authorization is a violation of visa conditions.
Official government sources
We base our guidance on official Indian government sources and update it as rules change. Requirements are set by the authorities and can change — always verify the current position directly before you apply:
Helpful Reading on Employment Visa
Employment Visa Salary Requirements (2026)
The ₹16.25 lakh threshold, what counts toward it, the faculty reduction, and who is exempt.
Can You Change Employers on an Employment Visa?
Why the visa is employer-specific, the fresh-visa route, and the narrow intra-group exception.
Employment Visa Extension Guide
Extending through the e-FRRO while your employment continues — documents and timing.
Business Visa vs Employment Visa
The boundary that catches companies out — and when each visa is the right one.
FRRO Registration Explained
The mandatory 14-day registration every Employment Visa holder must complete.
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