Expedite your Visa For
India
Sam’s Passport Inc. has been providing superior travel documentation service for over a decade. During this time, we have mastered the process of document expediting to ensure our clients experience a hassle-free and efficient process.
NOTE: Some Countries will require you to apply in person and Sam’s Passport cannot assist you in the process of their visa due to their own regulations.
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**NOTE:** Submissions for the Houston, Consulate of India for the sticker Tourist and Business Visa inserted into your passport include residents of the States:
Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and Nebraska.
For other Jurisdictional processing, as you fill out the online application for a sticker Tourist/ Business visa, the application will generate for the proper Consulate General/ Mission. For all jurisdictions, please consult additional information.
For requirements/ Information for Minors, please consult additional information.
There are different types of visas for India, and each has its requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Over 150 countries including the USA have two main options to enter India; India Business & Tourist eVisa, and India Business & Tourist Sticker Visa.
The eVisa is valid for 1 year ONLY with Multiple entries.
The sticker visa is valid for 5 years with multiple entries. There is no option for a 10-year visa at this time. For sticker Visas inside the passport, the passport with the visa will be shipped to the applicant’s home address provided on the Driver’s license directly from the Consulate upon completion.
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay. Submit physical passport book. Must have two blank congruent visa pages when opened.
NOTE: For Non U.S. Citizens Applicant must submit a Copy of their Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in the USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Regular paper visa application – filled out online
INDIA MISSION/OFFICE: USA HOUSTON if you reside in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Colorado & Nebraska.
NOTE: The Application Form should be printed on 2 separate sheet of paper, no front to back print out will be accepted.
Please complete the forms in the below additional links that are required by the designated India visa facilitator.
NOTE: For Minors
- The second page of the Application form needs to be signed by both parents and notarized.
- Copy of birth certificate/ containing the picture and signature page of both parents along with copies of both parents Driver License
NOTE: A copy of the applicants drivers license – Applications will not be accepted without a valid copy.
NOTE: Naturalized U.S. Citizens who are of Indian origin, must provide School Diploma, Birth Certificate and a photo copy of his or her Indian Passport. (Please call for more information regarding India renunciation)
NOTE: The Application Form should be printed on 2 separate sheet of paper, no front to back print out will be accepted.
NOTE: Please make sure that the Application Form prints completely with the port of entry and exit completely printed at the bottom as well as the bar code.
Two UPDATED passport photos (size 2×2), white background
Note: The address on the application much match the address listed on the driver’s license
1 Year/5 Year VISA 
Fees
1 Year eVisa: $105.00
5 Year sticker visa: $290.00
**Non-US Nationals vary in price**
**For Employment Visa fees, please email Cynthia@samspassport.com**
Sam’s Service Fees
Regular: $200.00 (up to 15 business days)
Rush: $250.00 (Up to 10 Business days)
Emergency: $300 (Up to 7 business days)
NOTE: Each visa fee will incur a money order fee of $5.00 that will be added to your invoice
NOTE: 10-year Visas are no longer granted.
NOTE: Each visa fee will incur a money order fee of $5.00 will be added to your invoice
Sam’s Passport Inc
1811 Bering Drive
Suite #100,
Houston, TX, 77057
Tel: (713) 784-5501
Please use Fedex priority overnight or UPS priority overnight to ship your documents to Sam’s Passport Inc.
Sams Order Form
You must complete the Sams Online Order Form.
The order form gives Sams your name, address, shipping information and payment method. Multiple applicants can be entered using one order form. You only need to complete one Sams order form per request. Please print two copies of the confirmation page. Include one copy with the documents you ship to Sams and keep one copy for your records.
While completing the online order form in this step, you will be asked how you want to pay Sams fees. You may pay our fees online with a credit card or enclose a personal or business check or money order.
These requirements are applicable for Non-US Citizens
Sams Order Form
You must complete the Sams Online Order Form.
The order form gives Sams your name, address, shipping information and payment method. Multiple applicants can be entered using one order form. You only need to complete one Sams order form per request. Please print two copies of the confirmation page. Include one copy with the documents you ship to Sams and keep one copy for your records.
While completing the online order form in this step, you will be asked how you want to pay Sams fees. You may pay our fees online with a credit card or enclose a personal or business check or money order.
| Sam’s Service Fee | Consular Visa Fees | |
| $95.00 - Regular 7-14 Working Days | $50.00 - Per Visa | |
| $125.00 - Rush 3-5 Working Days | $70.00 – Per Visa | |
| $175.0 - Emergency 2-3 Working Days | $100.00 – Per Visa |
Return Postage (Fed-Ex/UPS/Air Borne)
- Priority Delivery= $30.00
- First Overnight = $70.00
- Saturday Delivery = $45.00
Applications will be hand carried to the Embassy and are usually processed in 4-5 business days.
Send the passport and all completed requirements as detailed above to:
Sam’s Passport And Visa Services
1811 Bering Drive Suite #100
Houston TX, 77057
Telephone 713-784-5501
Fax Number 713-784-5588
Toll Free 1-877-784-5501
**NOTE:** Submissions for the Houston, Consulate of India for the sticker Tourist and Business Visa inserted into your passport include residents of the States:
Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and Nebraska.
For other Jurisdictional processing, as you fill out the online application for a sticker Tourist/ Business visa, the application will generate for the proper Consulate General/ Mission. For all jurisdictions, please consult additional information.
For requirements/ Information for Minors, please consult additional information.
There are different types of visas for India, and each has its requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Over 150 countries including the USA have two main options to enter India; India Business & Tourist eVisa, and India Business & Tourist Sticker Visa.
The eVisa is valid for 1 year ONLY with Multiple entries.
The sticker visa is valid for 5 years with multiple entries. There is no option for a 10-year visa at this time. For sticker Visas inside the passport, the passport with the visa will be shipped to the applicant’s home address provided on the Driver’s license directly from the Consulate upon completion.
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
NOTE: For Non U.S. Citizens Applicant must submit either notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Please download, fill out and scan color PDF of the application
Please complete the forms in the below additional links that are required by the designated India visa facilitator.
NOTE: For Minors
- The second page of the Application form needs to be signed by both parents and notarized.
- Copy of birth certificate/ containing the picture and signature page of both parents along with copies of both parents Driver License
NOTE: A copy of the applicants drivers license – Applications will not be accepted without a valid copy.
NOTE: Naturalized U.S. Citizens who are of Indian origin, must provide School Diploma, Birth Certificate and a photo copy of his or her Indian Passport. (Please call for more information regarding India renunciation)
NOTE: The Application Form should be printed on 2 separate sheet of paper, no front to back print out will be accepted.
NOTE: Please make sure that the Application Form prints completely with the port of entry and exit completely printed at the bottom as well as the bar code.
Scan UPDATED passport photo (Size 2×2 – white background) (JPG)
1 Year/5 Year VISA
Fees
1 Year eVisa: $105.00
5 Year sticker visa: $290.00
**Non-US Nationals vary in price**
**For Employment Visa fees, please email Cynthia@samspassport.com**
Sam’s Service Fees
Regular: $200.00 (up to 15 business days)
Rush: $250.00 (Up to 10 Business days)
Emergency: $300 (Up to 7 business days)
NOTE: Each visa fee will incur a money order fee of $5.00 that will be added to your invoice
NOTE: 10-year Visas are no longer granted.
NOTE: Each visa fee will incur a money order fee of $5.00 will be added to your invoice
Sam’s Passport Inc
1811 Bering Drive
Suite #100,
Houston, TX, 77057
Tel: (713) 784-5501
Please use Fedex priority overnight or UPS priority overnight to ship your documents to Sam’s Passport Inc.
Sams Order Form
You must complete the Sams Online Order Form.
The order form gives Sams your name, address, shipping information and payment method. Multiple applicants can be entered using one order form. You only need to complete one Sams order form per request. Please print two copies of the confirmation page. Include one copy with the documents you ship to Sams and keep one copy for your records.
While completing the online order form in this step, you will be asked how you want to pay Sams fees. You may pay our fees online with a credit card or enclose a personal or business check or money order.
These requirements are applicable for Non-US Citizens
Sams Order Form
You must complete the Sams Online Order Form.
The order form gives Sams your name, address, shipping information and payment method. Multiple applicants can be entered using one order form. You only need to complete one Sams order form per request. Please print two copies of the confirmation page. Include one copy with the documents you ship to Sams and keep one copy for your records.
While completing the online order form in this step, you will be asked how you want to pay Sams fees. You may pay our fees online with a credit card or enclose a personal or business check or money order.
| Sam’s Service Fee | Consular Visa Fees | |
| $95.00 - Regular 7-14 Working Days | $50.00 - Per Visa | |
| $125.00 - Rush 3-5 Working Days | $70.00 – Per Visa | |
| $175.0 - Emergency 2-3 Working Days | $100.00 – Per Visa |
Return Postage (Fed-Ex/UPS/Air Borne)
- Priority Delivery= $30.00
- First Overnight = $70.00
- Saturday Delivery = $45.00
Applications will be hand carried to the Embassy and are usually processed in 4-5 business days.
Send the passport and all completed requirements as detailed above to:
Sam’s Passport And Visa Services
1811 Bering Drive Suite #100
Houston TX, 77057
Telephone 713-784-5501
Fax Number 713-784-5588
Toll Free 1-877-784-5501
**NOTE:** Submissions for the Houston, Consulate of India for the sticker Tourist and Business Visa inserted into your passport include residents of the States:
Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and Nebraska.
For other Jurisdictional processing, as you fill out the online application for a sticker Tourist/ Business visa, the application will generate for the proper Consulate General/ Mission. For all jurisdictions, please consult additional information.
For requirements/ Information for Minors, please consult additional information.
There are different types of visas for India, and each has its requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Over 150 countries including the USA have two main options to enter India; India Business & Tourist eVisa, and India Business & Tourist Sticker Visa.
The eVisa is valid for 1 year ONLY with Multiple entries.
The sticker visa is valid for 5 years with multiple entries. There is no option for a 10-year visa at this time. For sticker Visas inside the passport, the passport with the visa will be shipped to the applicant’s home address provided on the Driver’s license directly from the Consulate upon completion.
Email all color-scanned Documents
Passport information page (PDF), eVisa Application (PDF), Passport Photo (JPEG), Letter of Invitation (PDF), Copy of Business Card (PDF) Sam’s request form (PDF)
Cynthia@samspassport.com
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Scan a color copy PDF of the passport information page
NOTE: For Non U.S. Citizens Applicant must submit either notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Scan UPDATED passport photo (Size 2×2 – white background) (JPG)
Color Copy of Business Card (PDF)
Scan a color PDF of Letter of Invitation from the host company in India
Submit a copy of your valid driver’s license.
NOTE: The address on the application must match the address on the driver’s license.
1 Year/5 Year VISA
Fees
1 Year eVisa: $105.00
5 Year sticker visa: $290.00
**Non-US Nationals vary in price**
**For Employment Visa fees, please email Cynthia@samspassport.com**
Sam’s Service Fees
Regular: $200.00 (up to 15 business days)
Rush: $250.00 (Up to 10 Business days)
Emergency: $300 (Up to 7 business days)
NOTE: Each visa fee will incur a money order fee of $5.00 that will be added to your invoice
NOTE: 10-year Visas are no longer granted.
NOTE: Each visa fee will incur a money order fee of $5.00 will be added to your invoice
Sam’s Passport Inc
1811 Bering Drive
Suite #100,
Houston, TX, 77057
Tel: (713) 784-5501
Please use Fedex priority overnight or UPS priority overnight to ship your documents to Sam’s Passport Inc.
Sams Order Form
You must complete the Sams Online Order Form.
The order form gives Sams your name, address, shipping information and payment method. Multiple applicants can be entered using one order form. You only need to complete one Sams order form per request. Please print two copies of the confirmation page. Include one copy with the documents you ship to Sams and keep one copy for your records.
While completing the online order form in this step, you will be asked how you want to pay Sams fees. You may pay our fees online with a credit card or enclose a personal or business check or money order.
These requirements are applicable for Non-US Citizens
Sams Order Form
You must complete the Sams Online Order Form.
The order form gives Sams your name, address, shipping information and payment method. Multiple applicants can be entered using one order form. You only need to complete one Sams order form per request. Please print two copies of the confirmation page. Include one copy with the documents you ship to Sams and keep one copy for your records.
While completing the online order form in this step, you will be asked how you want to pay Sams fees. You may pay our fees online with a credit card or enclose a personal or business check or money order.
| Sam’s Service Fee | Consular Visa Fees | |
| $95.00 - Regular 7-14 Working Days | $50.00 - Per Visa | |
| $125.00 - Rush 3-5 Working Days | $70.00 – Per Visa | |
| $175.0 - Emergency 2-3 Working Days | $100.00 – Per Visa |
Return Postage (Fed-Ex/UPS/Air Borne)
- Priority Delivery= $30.00
- First Overnight = $70.00
- Saturday Delivery = $45.00
Applications will be hand carried to the Embassy and are usually processed in 4-5 business days.
Send the passport and all completed requirements as detailed above to:
Sam’s Passport And Visa Services
1811 Bering Drive Suite #100
Houston TX, 77057
Telephone 713-784-5501
Fax Number 713-784-5588
Toll Free 1-877-784-5501
**NOTE:** Submissions for the Houston, Consulate of India for the sticker Tourist and Business Visa inserted into your passport include residents of the States:
Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and Nebraska.
For other Jurisdictional processing, as you fill out the online application for a sticker Tourist/ Business visa, the application will generate for the proper Consulate General/ Mission. For all jurisdictions, please consult additional information.
For requirements/ Information for Minors, please consult additional information.
There are different types of visas for India, and each has its requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Over 150 countries including the USA have two main options to enter India; India Business & Tourist eVisa, and India Business & Tourist Sticker Visa.
The eVisa is valid for 1 year ONLY with Multiple entries.
The sticker visa is valid for 5 years with multiple entries. There is no option for a 10-year visa at this time. For sticker Visas inside the passport, the passport with the visa will be shipped to the applicant’s home address provided on the Driver’s license directly from the Consulate upon completion.
Please contact Cynthia@samspassport.com for the detailed information and documents needed for submission, including the processing fees and times.
Additional Information
NOTE: For Minors
- The second page of the Application form needs to be signed by both parents and notarized.
- Copy of birth certificate/ containing the picture and signature page of both parents along with copies of both parents’ Driver License
- The different USA Jurisdictions for processing Sticker Business and Tourist Visas
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
NOTE: For Non U.S. Citizens Applicant must submit either notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the
Please complete the forms in the below additional links that are required by the designated India visa facilitator.
NOTE: For Minors
- The second page of the Application form needs to be signed by both parents and notarized.
- Copy of birth certificate/ containing the picture and signature page of both parents along with copies of both parents Driver License
NOTE: A copy of the applicants drivers license – Applications will not be accepted without a valid copy.
NOTE: Naturalized U.S. Citizens who are of Indian origin, must provide School Diploma, Birth Certificate and a photo copy of his or her Indian Passport. (Please call for more information regarding India renunciation)
NOTE: The Application Form should be printed on 2 separate sheet of paper, no front to back print out will be accepted.
NOTE: Please make sure that the Application Form prints completely with the port of entry and exit completely printed at the bottom as well as the bar code.
Please provide Two Good Quality Color Passport-Type photographs with white background.
A Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Republic of India / Houston TX”.
Please look at the following Sample of the
Please provide a copy of the Letter of Invitation from the company in India.
You must submit a Letter of Incorporation/Certificate of Business Registration from the inviting company.
Original copy completed and signed by applicant.
Resume of the applicant with relevant credentials/diplomas.
Minimum salary must be USD 25,000 per year with clear location of work.
A letter from the employer in India certifying that applicant is a skilled and qualified professional, technical expert, senior executive or in a managerial position. This letter should also justify as to how those kinds of skills are not available in India.
An employment contract, signed by the applicant. The letter must be detailed and comprehensive.
Tax liability letter is required for all the employment visa applicants. The letter must have a company letter head from India that states and certifies the following information:
Foreigners being hired will not exceed 1% of the total workforce. Within 1% it should not exceed more than 20 employees. In case the number of employees is within 1% but more than 20 employees, applicants would understand that there may be a delay in decisions made on the issuance of the visa.
Sams Order Form
You must complete the Sams Online Order Form.
The order form gives Sams your name, address, shipping information and payment method. Multiple applicants can be entered using one order form. You only need to complete one Sams order form per request. Please print two copies of the confirmation page. Include one copy with the documents you ship to Sams and keep one copy for your records.
While completing the online order form in this step, you will be asked how you want to pay Sams fees. You may pay our fees online with a credit card or enclose a personal or business check or money order.
These requirements are applicable for Non-US Citizens
Sams Order Form
You must complete the Sams Online Order Form.
The order form gives Sams your name, address, shipping information and payment method. Multiple applicants can be entered using one order form. You only need to complete one Sams order form per request. Please print two copies of the confirmation page. Include one copy with the documents you ship to Sams and keep one copy for your records.
While completing the online order form in this step, you will be asked how you want to pay Sams fees. You may pay our fees online with a credit card or enclose a personal or business check or money order.
| Sam’s Service Fee | Consular Visa Fees | |
| $95.00 - Regular 7-14 Working Days | $50.00 - Per Visa | |
| $125.00 - Rush 3-5 Working Days | $70.00 – Per Visa | |
| $175.0 - Emergency 2-3 Working Days | $100.00 – Per Visa |
Return Postage (Fed-Ex/UPS/Air Borne)
- Priority Delivery= $30.00
- First Overnight = $70.00
- Saturday Delivery = $45.00
Applications will be hand carried to the Embassy and are usually processed in 4-5 business days.
Send the passport and all completed requirements as detailed above to:
Sam’s Passport And Visa Services
1811 Bering Drive Suite #100
Houston TX, 77057
Telephone 713-784-5501
Fax Number 713-784-5588
Toll Free 1-877-784-5501