Visa services have been partially outsourced to VFS Global. The applicants are required to submit their Visa applications at Indian Visa Application centre, M/s VFS Global ( 1 Rennie's Isle, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6QT ). For more information, please visit: https://services.vfsglobal.com/gbr/en/ind/

Diplomats, Officials, UN passport holders may submit their applications directly at the Consulate General of India, Edinburgh.

Appointments for Visa Services

Applications for Visas are accepted at Visa Application Centre on prior appointments. The High Commission of India, London has launched a new appointment system for all Consular, Passport and OCI Services for the entire UK. Please check the link: https://www.hcilondon.gov.in/appointment_home/ for booking appointment slots.

However, before booking an appointment kindly ensure that you submit your application at the correct and current jurisdiction. Failure to abide may lead to rejection of the application.

Jurisdiction Information

Applicants residing in Scotland and those who wish to submit their applications in Edinburgh must select UK-Edinburgh as Jurisdiction, while filling the application form Online for Visa, OCI and Indian Passport Services.

All applicants are required to fill the valid online visa application form through the authorized website ( https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/ ) only and lodge their applications with our sole service partner M/s VFS Global. Consulate General of India will not be responsible for transactions made with any other websites or agents.

Information on Documentation and Fees

Applicants are advised to check the documentary requirements and fees payable in with respect of the required Visa category with m/s VFS Global on their website https://services.vfsglobal.com/gbr/en/ind/

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