{

"visa": [
{
"category": "Visa",
"subcategory": "Business Visa",
"content": "Conditions and eligibility for obtaining a Business Visa.",
"questions": [
{
"question": "What are the conditions to be fulfilled for grant of a
Business Visa?",
"answer": [
"The foreign national must have a valid travel document and a re-entry
permit, if required under the law of the country of nationality of the applicant.",
"The foreign national should be a person of assured financial standing.
The foreigner must submit proof of his/her financial standing and documentation in
support of intended business visit to India.",
"The foreign national should not be visiting India for the business of
money lending or for running a petty business or petty trade or for full-time
employment in India.",
"The foreign national shall comply with all other requirements like
payment of tax liabilities etc.",
"The Business Visa must be issued from the country of origin or from
the country of habitual domicile of the foreigner provided the period of residence
of that foreigner in that particular country is more than 2 years.",
"The documents/papers pertaining to proposed business activity such as
the registration of the company under the Companies Act, proof of registration of
the firm with the State Industries Department or the Export Promotion Council
concerned or any recognized promotional body in the relevant field of industry or
trade etc.",
"The grant of Business Visa is subject to any instructions issued by
the Government of India on the basis of reciprocity with other foreign countries
from time to time."
]
},
{
"question": "Who are eligible for a Business Visa?",
"answer": [
"Foreign nationals who wish to visit India to establish
industrial/business venture or to explore possibilities to set up
industrial/business venture in India.",
"Foreign nationals coming to India to purchase/sell industrial products
or commercial products or consumer durables.",
"Foreign nationals coming to India for technical meetings/discussions,
attending Board meetings or general meetings for providing business services
support.",
"Foreign nationals coming to India for recruitment of manpower.",
"Foreign nationals who are partners in the business and/or functioning
as Directors of the company.",
"Foreign nationals coming to India for consultations regarding
exhibitions or for participation in exhibitions, trade fairs, business fairs etc.",
"Foreign buyers who come to transact business with suppliers/ potential
suppliers at locations in India.",
"Foreign experts/specialists on a visit of short duration in connection
with an ongoing project.",
"Foreign nationals coming for pre-sales or post-sales activity not
amounting to actual execution of any contract or project.",
"Foreign trainees of multinational companies/corporate houses coming
for in-house training in the regional hubs of the concerned company located in
India.",
 "Foreign nationals coming as tour conductors and travel agents and/or
conducting business tours of foreigners or business relating to it, etc."
]
},
{
"question": "What is the duration of a Business Visa?",
"answer": "A Business Visa with multiple entry facility can be granted
for a period up to five (5) years or for a shorter duration as per the requirement.
A stay stipulation of a maximum period of six (6) months will be prescribed for
each visit."
},
{
"question": "What are the documents to be submitted along with
application for a Business Visa?",
"answer": [
"The foreign national must have a valid travel document and a re-entry
permit, if required under the law of the country concerned.",
"Proof of financial standing and expertise in the field of intended
business.",
"Documents/papers pertaining to proposed business activity such as the
registration of the company under the Companies Act, proof of registration of the
firm with the State Industries Department or the Export Promotion Council concerned
or any recognized promotional body in the relevant field of industry or trade etc."
]
}
]
},
{
"category": "Visa",
"subcategory": "Employment Visa",
"content": "Conditions and eligibility for obtaining an Employment Visa.",
"questions": [
{
"question": "What is an Employment Visa?",
"answer": "An Employment Visa is granted to foreigners desiring to come
to India for the purpose of employment, subject to fulfillment of certain
conditions."
},
{
"question": "What are the conditions for granting an Employment Visa?",
"answer": [
"The applicant is a highly skilled and/or qualified professional, who
is being engaged or appointed by a company/organization/industry/undertaking in
India on contract or employment basis.",
"Employment Visa shall not be granted for jobs for which qualified
Indians are available. Employment Visa shall also not be granted for routine,
ordinary or secretarial/clerical jobs.",
"The foreign national seeks to visit India for employment in a
company/firm/organization registered in India or for employment in a foreign
company/firm/organization engaged for execution of some project in India.",
"The foreign national being sponsored for an Employment Visa in any
sector should draw a salary in excess of US$ 25,000 per annum.",
"The foreign national must comply with all legal requirements like
payment of tax liabilities etc.",
"The Employment Visa must be issued from the country of origin or from
the country of domicile of the foreigner provided the period of permanent residence
of the applicant in that particular country is more than 2 years.",
"The documents/papers pertaining to the proposed employment, like the
registration of the company under the Companies Act, proof of registration of the
firm in the State Industries Department or the Export Promotion Council concerned,
or any recognized promotional body in the field of industry and trade etc. will be
thoroughly checked to decide the category of visa that may be issued to the
foreigner."
]
},
{
"question": "What are the other categories of foreign nationals who are
eligible for Employment visa?",
"answer": [
"Foreign nationals coming to India as consultant on contract for whom
the Indian company pays a fixed remuneration (this may not be in the form of a
monthly salary).",
"Foreign artists engaged to conduct regular performances for the
duration of the employment contract given by Hotels, Clubs, other organizations.",
"Foreign nationals who are coming to India to take up employment as
coaches of national/state level teams or reputed sports clubs.",
"Foreign sportsmen who are given contract for a specified period by the
Indian Clubs/organizations.",
"Self-employed foreign nationals coming to India for providing
engineering, medical, accounting, legal or such other highly skilled services in
their capacity as independent consultants provided the provision of such services
by foreign nationals is permitted under law.",
"Foreign language teachers/interpreters.",
"Foreign specialist Chefs.",
"Foreign engineers/technicians coming to India for installation and
commissioning of equipment/machines/tools in terms of the contract for supply of
such equipment/machines/tools.",
"Foreign nationals deputed for providing technical support/services,
transfer of know-how/services for which the Indian company pays fees/royalty to the
foreign company."
]
},
{
"question": "What is the duration of an Employment Visa?",
"answer": [
"A foreign technician/expert coming to India in pursuance of a
bilateral agreement between the Government of India and the foreign government, or
in pursuance of a collaboration agreement that has been approved by the Government
of India, can be granted an Employment visa for the duration of the agreement, or
for a period of five years, whichever is less, with multiple entry facilities.",
"In the case of highly skilled foreign personnel being employed in the
IT software and IT enabled sectors, the Missions/Posts can grant Employment visa
with validity up to 3 years or the term of assignment, whichever is less, with
multiple entry facility.",
"A foreigner coming to India for employment not covered in (i) or (ii)
above can be granted Employment visa with a validity up to two years or the term of
assignment, whichever is less, with multiple entry facility.",
"In the case of Employment Visa issued for a period of 180 days or
less, registration is not required with FRRO/FRO. The Missions/Posts may issue
multiple entry Employment Visa for a period of 180 days or less.",
"However, if the Employment visa is valid for a period of more than 180
days, it should carry an endorsement to the effect that the E-visa holder must
register with the FRRO/FRO concerned within 14 days of arrival.",
"On registration, the FRRO/FRO concerned may issue Residential Permit
for the validity of the visa period. However, if there is any change in the
residential address, the foreign national concerned shall immediately report the
change of address, in writing, to the FRRO/FRO concerned.",
 "The Employment visa may be extended by the State
Governments/UTs/FRROs/FROs beyond the initial visa validity period, up to a total
period of 5 years from the date of issue of the initial Employment Visa, on a year-
to-year basis, subject to good conduct, production of necessary documents in
support of continued employment, filing of Income Tax returns and no adverse
security inputs about the foreigner."
]
},
{
"question": "What documents are required to be submitted along with
application for Employment Visa?",
"answer": [
"The foreign national must have a valid travel document and a re-entry
permit, if required under the law of the country concerned.",
"The foreign national must submit proof of his/her employment of
contract or engagement by the company/organization, etc. in India.",
"The foreign national must submit documentary proof of his educational
qualifications and professional expertise.",
"The foreign national must submit documents/papers pertaining to the
proposed employment, like the registration of the company under the Companies Act,
proof of registration of the firm in the State Industries Department or the Export
Promotion Council concerned, or any recognized promotional body in the field of
industry and trade etc."
]
}
]
},
{
"category": "Visa",
"subcategory": "Other Visa Queries",
"content": "Other queries relating to Business and Employment Visa.",
"questions": [
{
"question": "What is the type of visa granted to foreigners wishing to
work with NGOs registered in India?",
"answer": "A foreigner who wishes to come to India for honorary work
(without salary) with NGOs registered in India may be granted Employment Visa with
special endorsement on his/her E Visa “TO WORK WITH NGO— (Name of the NGO and place
of work) subject to usual checks and formalities."
},
{
"question": "Which category of Visa will be granted to family members of
foreign nationals coming to India on Business Visa?",
"answer": "Family members/dependents of a foreigner who is granted
‘Business visa’ visa may be granted `X' visa subject to usual security checks
provided the family members are otherwise eligible for grant of such a visa."
},
{
"question": "Which category of Visa will be granted to family members of
foreign nationals coming to India on Employment?",
"answer": "Family members/dependents of a foreigner who is granted `E’
visa shall be granted `X' visa subject to usual security checks provided the family
members are otherwise eligible for grant of such a Visa."
},
{
"question": "Whether the Business visa can be converted to any other type
of visa within the country?",
"answer": "Business visa shall be non-convertible and non-extendable
beyond 5 years from the date of issue, except under certain conditions and with the
prior approval of the Ministry of Home Affairs."
},
{
"question": "Whether Employment visa can be converted to any other type
of visa within the country?",
"answer": "Employment Visa cannot be converted to any other kind of visa
during the stay of the foreigner in India, except under certain conditions and with
the prior approval of the Ministry of Home Affairs."
},
{
"question": "Can foreign nationals coming to execute projects in India be
granted Business Visas?",
"answer": "No. A foreign national coming for executing projects/contracts
will have to come only on an Employment Visa."
},
{
"question": "Can foreign nationals already in India for executing
projects on Business Visas be allowed to extend their Business Visas?",
"answer": "No."
},
{
"question": "Can foreign nationals already in India for executing
projects on Business Visas be allowed to convert their Business Visas to Employment
Visas without leaving the country?",
"answer": "No."
},
{
"question": "Whether a foreign company/organization that does not have
any Project office/subsidiary/joint venture/branch office in India can sponsor a
foreign national/employee of a foreign company for Employment visa?",
"answer": "No."
},
{
"question": "Whether an Indian company/organization which has awarded a
contract for execution of a project to a foreign company that does not have any
base in India, can sponsor employee of foreign company for Employment visa?",
"answer": "Yes."
},
{
"question": "If the Indian organization/entity sponsors an Employment
Visa, does this mean that the Indian organization/entity has to necessarily be the
legal employer of the person?",
"answer": "No."
},
{
"question": "Which category of Visa will be granted to the foreign
language teachers/interpreters?",
"answer": "Employment Visa."
},
{
"question": "Which category of Visa will be granted to the foreign
specialist Chefs?",
"answer": "Employment Visa."
},
{
"question": "Which type of Visa would be granted to senior management
personnel and/or specialists employed by foreign firms who are relocated to India
to work on specific project/management assignment?",
"answer": "Employment Visa."
 }
]
}
]
}
{
"misc": [
{
"category": "Miscellaneous",
"subcategory": "Service Voter Registration",
"content": "Information on how service voters can register and cast their
votes.",
"eligibility": [
"Members of the armed forces",
"Government employees serving abroad",
"Members of a force raised by an Act of Parliament",
"Members of State Armed Police Forces serving outside the state",
"Individuals employed under the Government of India in a post outside
India"
],
"documents_required": [
"Filled registration form (Form 2, Form 2A, or Form 3 as applicable)",
"Proof of service (Service ID card, certificate from the commanding
officer, etc.)",
"Proof of residence"
],
"application_process": [
"Fill out the relevant registration form (Form 2, Form 2A, or Form 3) as
applicable",
"Submit the registration form along with proof of service and residence to
the designated authority",
"Once verified, the voter will be added to the service voters' electoral
roll"
],
"additional_info": [
"Service voters can cast their votes via postal ballots",
"In case of change of service or residence, the service voter must inform
the electoral office to update records",
"Service voters can also appoint a proxy to vote on their behalf"
],
"contact_info": {
"agency": "Consulate General of India, Frankfurt",
"address": "Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 26, 60325 Frankfurt am Main",
"phone": "+49 69 15300500",
"email": "info@[Link]",
"website": "[Link]"
},
"faq": [
{
"question": "Who can be registered as a service voter?",
"answer": "Service voters include members of the armed forces, government
employees serving abroad, members of forces raised by an Act of Parliament, and
members of State Armed Police Forces serving outside the state."
},
{
"question": "What forms are required for registration?",
"answer": "Form 2 for armed forces, Form 2A for forces raised by an Act
of Parliament, and Form 3 for government employees serving abroad."
},
 {
"question": "How can service voters cast their votes?",
"answer": "Service voters can cast their votes via postal ballots."
},
{
"question": "Can a service voter appoint a proxy?",
"answer": "Yes, service voters can appoint a proxy to vote on their
behalf."
},
{
"question": "What should be done in case of a change in service or
residence?",
"answer": "The service voter must inform the electoral office to update
records in case of a change in service or residence."
}
]
}
]
}

{
"misc": [
{
"category": "Miscellaneous",
"subcategory": "Overseas Indian Voter Registration",
"content": "Guidelines for Overseas Indian Electors on how to register and
vote.",
"eligibility": [
"Must be a citizen of India",
"Must not have acquired citizenship of any other country",
"Should have completed 18 years of age as on 1st January of the year of
revision of electoral roll",
"Must be residing outside India for employment, education, or other
reasons"
],
"documents_required": [
"Duly filled Form 6A",
"Self-attested copy of valid Indian Passport",
"Self-attested copy of valid Visa/Residence Permit"
],
"application_process": [
"Fill Form 6A online at [Link]",
"Upload required documents",
"Submit the form online or send a hard copy to the Electoral Registration
Officer (ERO) of the constituency",
"ERO will verify the application and documents, and if found correct, the
name will be included in the electoral roll"
],
"additional_info": [
"Overseas voters can only vote in person at their designated polling
station in India",
"Ensure all details are accurate and complete to avoid rejection of
application",
"Keep track of application status on the NVSP website"
],
"contact_info": {
"agency": "Consulate General of India, Frankfurt",
"address": "Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 26, 60325 Frankfurt am Main",
"phone": "+49 69 15300500",
 "email": "info@[Link]",
"website": "[Link]"
},
"faq": [
{
"question": "Who is eligible to register as an overseas Indian voter?",
"answer": "Indian citizens who are residing outside India for employment,
education, or other reasons and have not acquired citizenship of another country
are eligible to register."
},
{
"question": "How can I register as an overseas Indian voter?",
"answer": "You can register by filling Form 6A online at [Link],
uploading the required documents, and submitting the form online or sending it to
the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) of your constituency."
},
{
"question": "What documents are required for registration?",
"answer": "You need to provide a duly filled Form 6A, a self-attested
copy of your valid Indian Passport, and a self-attested copy of your valid
Visa/Residence Permit."
},
{
"question": "Can I vote online as an overseas Indian voter?",
"answer": "No, overseas Indian voters can only vote in person at their
designated polling station in India."
},
{
"question": "How can I check the status of my application?",
"answer": "You can check the status of your application on the NVSP
website using the application reference number provided after submission."
},
{
"question": "What should I do if there are errors in my application?",
"answer": "Ensure all details are accurate and complete to avoid
rejection. If there are errors, contact the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) of
your constituency for corrections."
}
]
}
]
}
{
"passport": [
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Single Parent Consent",
"content": "Form for single parent's consent for minor's passport.",
"form_fields": [
"Name of the parent",
"Address",
"Child's Name",
"Passport Number",
"Declaration Text"
],
"instructions": [
"Paste photo showing previous appearance",
"Paste photo showing present appearance",
"Declare citizenship and passport details",
 "Declare changes in appearance",
"Provide permanent address",
"Sign the declaration confirming the information is true"
],
"declaration_text": [
"I, [Name of the executant], son/daughter/wife of [Name of the Parent],
hereby solemnly declare and affirm the following:",
"I am a Citizen of India.",
"I was issued an Indian Passport No. [Passport Number] issued on [Date]
issued at [Place]. This passport expires on [Expiry Date]. A copy of the passport
is attached and original would be submitted with passport application.",
"I have changed my previous appearance (as in the photograph in the left
box above) to the present status (as in the photograph in the right box above) due
to personal reasons. But I am the same person. Both the above photographs are
genuinely mine.",
"My permanent address in India is [Address].",
"The above information is true to the best of my knowledge and belief."
],
"signature": "Signature of Deponent",
"place_date": [
"Place: [Place]",
"Date: [Date]"
]
}
]
}
{
"passport": [
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Name Change Affidavit",
"content": "Specimen affidavit for changing name/deed poll/swearing
affidavit.",
"form_fields": [
"Name of the deponent",
"Old Name",
"New Name",
"Father's/Husband's Name",
"Address",
"Date of Birth",
"Place of Birth",
"Occupation",
"Reason for Change of Name",
"Declaration Text"
],
"instructions": [
"Fill out the affidavit with current and new name details",
"Provide reason for the name change",
"Sign the declaration in the presence of a Notary or other authorized
officer"
],
"declaration_text": [
"I, [Name of the deponent], son/daughter/wife of [Father's/Husband's Name],
residing at [Address], solemnly declare and affirm as under:",
"That my name is [Old Name] and I want to change my name to [New Name].",
"That I was born on [Date of Birth] at [Place of Birth].",
"That I am [Occupation] by profession.",
"That I want to change my name due to [Reason for Change of Name].",
"That I am executing this declaration to be submitted to the concerned
authorities for changing my name in my passport and other records.",
"The above information is true to the best of my knowledge and belief."
],
"signature": "Signature of Deponent",
"notary_signature": "Signature of Notary",
"place_date": [
"Place: [Place]",
"Date: [Date]"
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Important Information",
"content": "Important information for applicants related to passport renewal,
newborn registration, PCC, and other consular services.",
"information_sections": [
{
"title": "Jurisdiction",
"content": "Consular jurisdiction of the Consulate General of India,
Frankfurt covers the German states of Hessen, North Rhine Westphalia, Rhineland
Palatinate, and Saarland."
},
{
"title": "Appointment",
"content": [
"No prior appointment is required at the Consulate.",
"Walk-in with completed applications on working days from Monday to
Friday between 09:30 am to 11:30 am."
]
},
{
"title": "Submission Mode",
"content": [
"Applicants can submit applications in person at the Consulate.",
"Applications can also be submitted by post to IGCS.",
"Consulate does not accept applications by post directly."
]
},
{
"title": "Document Collection",
"content": [
"For applications submitted at the Consulate, applicants will be
informed via email and the documents must be collected in person.",
"For applications submitted through IGCS, documents will be dispatched
by IGCS through registered post/DHL courier or in a self-addressed stamped
envelope."
]
},
{
"title": "Tatkal Service",
"content": "Tatkal (express) service is not available at the Consulate."
},
{
"title": "Online Application",
"content": [
 "Applications for passport, police clearance certificate, birth
registrations, and identity certificates for Tibetans are to be registered
online.",
"No hand-filled application forms are accepted for these services."
]
},
{
"title": "Proof Reading",
"content": "Proof-read your application form carefully before submitting
it online. The Consulate cannot make corrections after submission."
},
{
"title": "Additional Information",
"content": [
"Applicants are advised to avoid sending repeated emails or making
calls to check the status of their applications.",
"Check status online using Application Reference Number (ARN)."
]
},
{
"title": "Penalties",
"content": "Providing false information is an offense under the Passport
Act 1967 and can result in denial of passport facilities, passport impounding, or
revocation."
}
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Marital Disputes involving NRI/PIO Spouses",
"content": "FAQs related to marital disputes involving NRI/PIO spouses.",
"questions": [
{
"question": "What is the role of the Indian Missions/Posts abroad in
cases of marital disputes involving NRI/PIO spouses?",
"answer": "Indian Missions/Posts can provide guidance and information to
the affected spouse, help in contacting local authorities, and provide consular
support, but they cannot intervene in judicial processes."
},
{
"question": "What legal remedies are available to an aggrieved spouse in
a marital dispute involving NRI/PIO spouse?",
"answer": "The aggrieved spouse can file a complaint with the local
police, seek assistance from the Indian Mission/Post, and take legal action under
the relevant laws in India or the country of residence."
},
{
"question": "Can the Indian Mission/Post assist in serving legal notices
to the NRI/PIO spouse?",
"answer": "Yes, Indian Missions/Posts can assist in serving legal notices
to the NRI/PIO spouse, but they cannot enforce compliance."
},
{
"question": "What documents are required to seek assistance from the
Indian Mission/Post in marital disputes?",
 "answer": "Documents required include a copy of the marriage certificate,
passport copies of both spouses, details of the dispute, and any legal documents
related to the case."
},
{
"question": "Can the Indian Mission/Post help in repatriation of the
aggrieved spouse to India?",
"answer": "Yes, in certain cases, Indian Missions/Posts can assist in the
repatriation of the aggrieved spouse to India, especially in cases of emergency or
distress."
},
{
"question": "What support can be expected from the Indian Mission/Post in
cases of child custody disputes involving NRI/PIO spouses?",
"answer": "Indian Missions/Posts can provide information on legal
procedures, assist in contacting local authorities, and offer consular support, but
cannot interfere in judicial processes."
},
{
"question": "Are there any special provisions for legal aid for aggrieved
spouses in marital disputes involving NRI/PIO spouses?",
"answer": "Yes, the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India,
has a scheme for providing legal and financial assistance to Indian women deserted
by their overseas Indian/PIO spouses."
},
{
"question": "How can an aggrieved spouse contact the Indian Mission/Post
for assistance?",
"answer": "The aggrieved spouse can contact the Indian Mission/Post
through the contact details provided on the official website or visit the
Mission/Post in person."
},
{
"question": "What is the procedure to file a police complaint in case of
marital dispute?",
"answer": "The aggrieved spouse can file a complaint at the local police
station or with the NRI cell of the police. They can also seek assistance from the
Indian Mission/Post."
},
{
"question": "Can the Indian Mission/Post provide shelter to the aggrieved
spouse in case of emergency?",
"answer": "Yes, in cases of extreme emergency, the Indian Mission/Post
can provide temporary shelter to the aggrieved spouse until they are repatriated to
India."
}
]
}
]
}
{
"passport": [
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Fee Structure",
"content": "Fee structure for passport services effective from 1st April
2024.",
"services": [
{
 "service": "Issue of ordinary fresh passport or reissue of passport
containing 36 pages having validity of ten years (also applicable to minors in the
age group of fifteen to eighteen years)",
"fee": "62 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Issue of ordinary fresh passport or reissue of passport
containing 60 pages having validity of ten years (also applicable to minors in the
age group of fifteen to eighteen years)",
"fee": "77 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Issue of ordinary fresh passport or reissue of passport of 36
pages for minors below eighteen years of age with validity of five years or till
the minor attains the age of eighteen years, whichever is earlier",
"fee": "42 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Issue of fresh or reissue of India-Bangladesh Passport or
Passport for any other named foreign country with a maximum validity of ten years",
"fee": "42 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Replacement of passport of 36 pages having validity of ten
years for changes in personal particulars",
"fee": "62 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Replacement of passport of 60 pages having validity of ten
years for changes in personal particulars",
"fee": "77 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Replacement of passport of 36 pages for changes in personal
particulars for minors below the age of eighteen years with validity of five years
or till the minor attains the age of eighteen years, whichever is earlier",
"fee": "42 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Replacement of passport of 36 pages having validity of ten
years for deletion of Emigration Check Required stamp",
"fee": "62 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Replacement of passport of 60 pages having validity of ten
years for deletion of Emigration Check Required stamp",
"fee": "77 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Replacement of ordinary passport of 36 pages in lieu of lost,
damaged or stolen passport",
"fee": "112 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Replacement of ordinary passport of 60 pages in lieu of lost,
damaged or stolen passport",
"fee": "132 Euro"
},
{
 "service": "Emergency Certificate",
"fee": "14 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Special Travel Document - Certificate of Identity",
"fee": "42 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Additional ordinary passport containing 36 pages for any
country with validity up to one year",
"fee": "62 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Issue of Police Clearance Certificate",
"fee": "22 Euro"
},
{
"service": "Newborn Registration",
"fee": "21 Euro"
}
],
"fee_note": "Fees are subject to change. Please check the official website
for the most up-to-date fee structure."
}
]
}
{
"passport": [
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Reissue - Validity Expired/Exhaustion of Pages",
"content": "Documents required for reissue of passport on completion of
validity or exhaustion of pages.",
"documents_required": [
"Original Passport",
"Online registered application form
([Link]
"Self-attested copy of passport (first and last page)",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or Residence Permit",
"Self-attested photocopy of Meldebescheinigung (City registration)",
"Two recent passport-size photographs (Please check the guidelines for
photograph)"
],
"additional_info": "Click here for fee details"
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Reissue - Children (15-18 years)",
"content": "Documents required for reissue of passport for children between
15-18 years of age with full 10-year validity.",
"documents_required": [
"Original Passport",
"Online registered application form
([Link]
"Copy of passport (first and last pages) attested by both parents",
"Copy of visa or residence permit attested by both parents",
"Copy of Meldebescheinigung attested by both parents",
"Self-attested copies of parents’ passports (first & last pages of
passports)",
 "Self-attested residence permit/visa copy of parents if they are staying in
Germany",
"Annexure D – Declaration of Parents or Guardian for Minor passports",
"Two recent Passport-size photographs (Please check the guidelines for
photograph)"
],
"additional_info": "Click here for fee details"
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Reissue - Children below 15 years",
"content": "Documents required for reissue of passport for children below 15
years of age valid for five years or till 18 years of age whichever is earlier.",
"documents_required": [
"Original Passport",
"Online registered application form
([Link]
"Copy of passport (first and last pages) attested by both parents",
"Copy of visa or residence permit attested by both parents",
"Copy of Meldebescheinigung attested by both parents",
"Self-attested copies of parents’ passports (first & last pages of
passports)",
"Self-attested residence permit/visa copy of parents if they are staying in
Germany",
"Annexure D – Declaration of Parents or Guardian for Minor passports",
"Two recent Passport-size photographs (Please check the guidelines for
photograph)"
],
"additional_info": "Click here for fee details"
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Reissue - Change of Address",
"content": "Documents required for reissue of passport on account of change
of address.",
"documents_required": [
"Original Passport",
"Online registered application form
([Link]
"Self-attested copy of passport (first and last page)",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or Residence Permit",
"Self-attested photocopy of Meldebescheinigung (City registration)",
"Two recent passport-size photographs (Please check the guidelines for
photograph)",
"Self-attested copy of new address proof"
],
"additional_info": "Click here for fee details"
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Reissue - Damaged Passport",
"content": "Documents required for reissue of passport in lieu of damaged
passport.",
"documents_required": [
"Original Passport",
"Online registered application form
([Link]
"Self-attested copy of Passport (first and last page)",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or residence permit",
 "Self-attested copy of Meldebescheinigung",
"Two recent Passport-size photographs. (Please check the guidelines for
photograph)",
"Annexure F – Declaration for obtaining a passport in lieu of damaged
passport",
"Affidavit/Self-declaration for damaged passport"
],
"additional_info": "Click here for fee details"
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Reissue - Lost Passport",
"content": "Documents required for reissue of passport in lieu of lost
passport.",
"documents_required": [
"Online registered application form
([Link]
"Self-attested copy of Passport (first and last page)",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or residence permit",
"Self-attested copy of registration of complaint with the local police for
loss of passport with the lost passport number mentioned",
"Self-attested copy of Meldebescheinigung",
"Two recent Passport-size photographs. (Please check the guidelines for
photograph)",
"Annexure F – Declaration for obtaining a passport in lieu of lost
passport",
"Affidavit/Self-declaration for lost passport"
],
"additional_info": "Click here for fee details"
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Reissue - Addition of Spouse Name",
"content": "Documents required for reissue of passport to add spouse name.",
"documents_required": [
"Original Passport",
"Online registered application form
([Link]
"Self-attested copy of passport (first and last page)",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or Residence Permit",
"Self-attested photocopy of Meldebescheinigung (City registration)",
"Two recent passport-size photographs (Please check the guidelines for
photograph)",
"Self-attested copy of Spouse's Passport",
"Self-attested copy of Marriage Certificate issued by government
authorities",
"Self-declaration for inclusion of spouse name"
],
"additional_info": "Click here for fee details"
}
],
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "New Born Registration",
"content": "Documents required for registering the birth of a newborn child
of Indian nationals.",
"documents_required": [
"Online application form for registration of birth",
 "Child's original birth certificate issued by local authorities",
"Parents' passports",
"Parents' marriage certificate",
"Two passport-size photographs of the child"
],
"additional_info": [
"All documents must be submitted in original along with a set of self-
attested copies.",
"Both parents and child must be present for the submission."
]
},
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Police Clearance Certificate",
"content": "Documents required for obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate
(PCC) for visa or employment purposes abroad.",
"documents_required": [
"Online registered application form",
"Original passport and self-attested copies",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or residence permit",
"Self-attested copy of Meldebescheinigung (City registration)",
"Two recent passport-size photographs"
],
"additional_info": [
"Ensure all documents are submitted as per the checklist to avoid delays.",
"PCC is valid for six months from the date of issue."
]
},
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Emergency Certificate",
"content": "Documents required for obtaining an Emergency Certificate.",
"documents_required": [
"Online application form for Emergency Certificate",
"Proof of Indian nationality (copy of lost passport, if available)",
"Police report in case of lost passport",
"Two recent passport-size photographs",
"Proof of residence in India",
"Flight tickets to India"
],
"additional_info": [
"Emergency Certificate is valid only for a single journey to India.",
"Must be surrendered upon arrival in India."
]
}
]
}

{
"passport": [
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Passport Renewal",
"content": "Information for passport renewal for expiring passports,
exhausted visa pages, or damaged passports.",
"eligibility": [
"Indian citizens with passports expiring within one year",
"Those with passports having no blank visa pages",
"Holders of damaged passports"
 ],
"documents_required": [
"Original current passport",
"Self-attested copies of first and last page of passport",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or residence permit",
"Self-attested copy of Meldebescheinigung (City registration)",
"Two recent passport-size photographs (50x50 mm)"
],
"application_process": [
"Fill the online application at
[Link]
"Take a printout and sign it at designated places",
"Submit application in person at the Consulate (Monday to Friday, 09:30 am
to 11:30 am) or through IGCS"
],
"fees": [
{
"type": "36 pages booklet (10 year validity)",
"fee": "62 Euro"
},
{
"type": "60 pages booklet (10 year validity)",
"fee": "77 Euro"
},
{
"type": "36 pages booklet (5 year validity or till the minor attains the
age of 18)",
"fee": "42 Euro"
}
],
"fee_note": "Fees are subject to change. Please check the official website
for the most up-to-date fee structure.",
"processing_time": "Typically 5-7 working days, but may vary",
"additional_info": [
"Applicants can also submit applications by post to IGCS",
"Tatkal (express) service is not available at the Consulate",
"Any change in personal particulars can be done at the time of renewal"
]
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Newborn Registration",
"content": "Information for registering the birth of a newborn child of
Indian nationals.",
"eligibility": "Children born to Indian nationals outside India",
"documents_required": [
"Online application form for registration of birth",
"Child's original birth certificate issued by local authorities",
"Parents' passports",
"Parents' marriage certificate",
"Two passport-size photographs of the child"
],
"application_process": [
"Fill online form at [Link]
"Upload required documents",
"Submit physical documents at the Consulate",
"Both parents and child must be present for the submission"
],
"fees": "21 Euro",
 "processing_time": "Typically 7-10 working days",
"additional_info": [
"Birth must be registered within one year of occurrence",
"Registration is mandatory for obtaining an Indian passport for the child",
"Separate passport application can be submitted along with birth
registration"
]
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Police Clearance Certificate",
"content": "Information for obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
for visa or employment purposes abroad.",
"eligibility": [
"Indian nationals",
"Foreign nationals who have resided in India"
],
"documents_required": [
"Online registered application form",
"Original passport and self-attested copies",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or residence permit",
"Self-attested copy of Meldebescheinigung (City registration)",
"Two recent passport-size photographs"
],
"application_process": [
"Apply online at [Link]
"Schedule an appointment with the Consulate",
"Submit documents in person at the Consulate"
],
"fees": "22 Euro",
"processing_time": "7-10 working days",
"additional_info": [
"For foreign nationals, additional documents may be required",
"PCC is valid for six months from the date of issue"
]
}
],
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Important Information",
"content": "Important information for applicants related to passport renewal,
newborn registration, and PCC.",
"jurisdiction": "Consular jurisdiction of Consulate General of India,
Frankfurt covers the German states of Hessen, North Rhine Westphalia, Rhineland
Palatinate, and Saarland.",
"appointment": [
"No prior appointment is required at the Consulate.",
"Walk-in with completed applications on working days from Monday to Friday
between 09.30 am to 11.30 am."
],
"submission_mode": [
"Applicants can submit applications in person at the Consulate.",
"Applications can also be submitted by post to IGCS.",
"Consulate does not accept applications by post directly."
],
"document_collection": [
"For applications submitted at the Consulate, applicants will be informed
via email and the documents must be collected in person.",
 "For applications submitted through IGCS, documents will be dispatched by
IGCS through registered post/DHL courier or in a self-addressed stamped envelope."
],
"tatkal_service": "Tatkal (express) service is not available at the
Consulate.",
"online_application": [
"Applications for passport, police clearance certificate, birth
registrations, and identity certificates for Tibetans are to be registered
online.",
"No hand-filled application forms are accepted for these services."
],
"proof_reading": "Proof-read your application form carefully before
submitting it online. The Consulate cannot make corrections after submission.",
"additional_info": [
"Applicants are advised to avoid sending repeated emails or making calls to
check the status of their applications.",
"Check status online using Application Reference Number (ARN)."
],
"penalties": "Providing false information is an offense under the Passport
Act 1967 and can result in denial of passport facilities, passport impounding, or
revocation."
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Marital Disputes involving NRI/PIO Spouses",
"content": "FAQs related to marital disputes involving NRI/PIO spouses.",
"questions": [
{
"question": "What is the role of the Indian Missions/Posts abroad in
cases of marital disputes involving NRI/PIO spouses?",
"answer": "Indian Missions/Posts can provide guidance and information to
the affected spouse, help in contacting local authorities, and provide consular
support, but they cannot intervene in judicial processes."
},
{
"question": "What legal remedies are available to an aggrieved spouse in
a marital dispute involving NRI/PIO spouse?",
"answer": "The aggrieved spouse can file a complaint with the local
police, seek assistance from the Indian Mission/Post, and take legal action under
the relevant laws in India or the country of residence."
},
{
"question": "Can the Indian Mission/Post assist in serving legal notices
to the NRI/PIO spouse?",
"answer": "Yes, Indian Missions/Posts can assist in serving legal notices
to the NRI/PIO spouse, but they cannot enforce compliance."
},
{
"question": "What documents are required to seek assistance from the
Indian Mission/Post in marital disputes?",
"answer": "Documents required include a copy of the marriage certificate,
passport copies of both spouses, details of the dispute, and any legal documents
related to the case."
},
{
 "question": "Can the Indian Mission/Post help in repatriation of the
aggrieved spouse to India?",
"answer": "Yes, in certain cases, Indian Missions/Posts can assist in the
repatriation of the aggrieved spouse to India, especially in cases of emergency or
distress."
},
{
"question": "What support can be expected from the Indian Mission/Post in
cases of child custody disputes involving NRI/PIO spouses?",
"answer": "Indian Missions/Posts can provide information on legal
procedures, assist in contacting local authorities, and offer consular support, but
cannot interfere in judicial processes."
},
{
"question": "Are there any special provisions for legal aid for aggrieved
spouses in marital disputes involving NRI/PIO spouses?",
"answer": "Yes, the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India,
has a scheme for providing legal and financial assistance to Indian women deserted
by their overseas Indian/PIO spouses."
},
{
"question": "How can an aggrieved spouse contact the Indian Mission/Post
for assistance?",
"answer": "The aggrieved spouse can contact the Indian Mission/Post
through the contact details provided on the official website or visit the
Mission/Post in person."
},
{
"question": "What is the procedure to file a police complaint in case of
marital dispute?",
"answer": "The aggrieved spouse can file a complaint at the local police
station or with the NRI cell of the police. They can also seek assistance from the
Indian Mission/Post."
},
{
"question": "Can the Indian Mission/Post provide shelter to the aggrieved
spouse in case of emergency?",
"answer": "Yes, in cases of extreme emergency, the Indian Mission/Post
can provide temporary shelter to the aggrieved spouse until they are repatriated to
India."
}
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Fee Structure",
"content": "Fee structure for passport services, newborn registration, PCC,
and emergency certificate.",
"services": [
{
"service": "Passport Renewal",
"fees": [
{
"type": "36 pages booklet (10 year validity)",
"fee": "62 Euro",
 "total_fee": "79.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 14.7
Euro service fee)"
},
{
"type": "60 pages booklet (10 year validity)",
"fee": "77 Euro",
"total_fee": "94.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 14.7
Euro service fee)"
},
{
"type": "36 pages booklet (5 year validity or till the minor attains
the age of 18)",
"fee": "42 Euro",
"total_fee": "59.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 14.7
Euro service fee)"
}
]
},
{
"service": "Newborn Registration",
"fees": "21 Euro",
"total_fee": "38.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 14.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"service": "Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)",
"fees": "22 Euro",
"total_fee": "39.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 14.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"service": "Emergency Certificate",
"fees": "14 Euro",
"total_fee": "31.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 14.7 Euro
service fee)"
}
],
"fee_note": "Fees are subject to change. Please check the official website
for the most up-to-date fee structure.",
"additional_info": [
"ICWF surcharge is applicable to all consular services.",
"Service fee includes handling and processing charges."
]
}
]
}
{
"passport": [
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Passport Renewal",
"content": "Documents required for passport renewal.",
"documents_required": [
"Original current passport",
"Self-attested copies of first and last page of passport",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or residence permit",
"Self-attested copy of Meldebescheinigung (City registration)",
"Two recent passport-size photographs (50x50 mm)"
],
 "additional_info": [
"Ensure all photocopies are clear and legible.",
"Incomplete applications will not be accepted."
]
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Newborn Registration",
"content": "Documents required for registering the birth of a newborn child
of Indian nationals.",
"documents_required": [
"Online application form for registration of birth",
"Child's original birth certificate issued by local authorities",
"Parents' passports",
"Parents' marriage certificate",
"Two passport-size photographs of the child"
],
"additional_info": [
"All documents must be submitted in original along with a set of self-
attested copies.",
"Both parents and child must be present for the submission."
]
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Police Clearance Certificate",
"content": "Documents required for obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate
(PCC) for visa or employment purposes abroad.",
"documents_required": [
"Online registered application form",
"Original passport and self-attested copies",
"Self-attested copy of valid visa or residence permit",
"Self-attested copy of Meldebescheinigung (City registration)",
"Two recent passport-size photographs"
],
"additional_info": [
"Ensure all documents are submitted as per the checklist to avoid delays.",
"PCC is valid for six months from the date of issue."
]
},
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Emergency Certificate",
"content": "Documents required for obtaining an Emergency Certificate.",
"documents_required": [
"Online application form for Emergency Certificate",
"Proof of Indian nationality (copy of lost passport, if available)",
"Police report in case of lost passport",
"Two recent passport-size photographs",
"Proof of residence in India",
"Flight tickets to India"
],
"additional_info": [
"Emergency Certificate is valid only for a single journey to India.",
"Must be surrendered upon arrival in India."
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Advisories",
"content": "Important advisories to Indian nationals.",
"advisories": [
{
"title": "Travel Advisory",
"description": "Indian nationals are advised to check the latest travel
advisories and visa requirements before planning their travel."
},
{
"title": "Health and Safety",
"description": "Ensure you have adequate health insurance coverage while
traveling. Follow local health and safety guidelines."
},
{
"title": "Emergency Contacts",
"description": "Keep a list of emergency contacts including the nearest
Indian Mission/Post, local authorities, and family members."
},
{
"title": "Documentation",
"description": "Carry copies of important documents such as passport,
visa, and travel insurance. Keep the originals in a safe place."
},
{
"title": "Local Laws",
"description": "Respect local laws and customs. Familiarize yourself with
the laws of the country you are visiting."
},
{
"title": "Consular Assistance",
"description": "In case of emergency or need for assistance, contact the
nearest Indian Mission/Post."
},
{
"title": "Fraud and Scams",
"description": "Be cautious of frauds and scams. Do not share personal
information or make payments to unknown entities."
},
{
"title": "Lost Passport",
"description": "In case of a lost passport, report to the local police
and contact the nearest Indian Mission/Post for assistance."
},
{
"title": "Dual Nationality",
"description": "Indian nationals holding dual nationality should check
for any specific requirements or restrictions."
},
{
"title": "General Precautions",
"description": "Stay vigilant and aware of your surroundings. Avoid risky
areas and follow local news for updates."
}
]
}
 ]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Consulate Information",
"content": "Detailed information about the Consulate General of India,
Frankfurt, including services, contacts, and organizational structure.",
"foreword": {
"title": "Foreword from the Consul General",
"content": "Welcome to this Consulate General's Home Page! The Consular
jurisdiction of CGI Frankfurt extends to the states of Hessen, North Rhine-
Westphalia, Rhineland Palatinate, and Saarland. Besides carrying out Consular
functions that include issuing of visas, passports, PIO/OCI cards, and rendering
other welfare services, the Consulate strongly focuses on strengthening economic
and business ties between India and Germany. The four states falling within the
Consulate’s jurisdiction together accounted for nearly 32% of the total Indo-German
bilateral trade in the period Apr-Nov 2023."
},
"bio_profile": {
"title": "Bio Profile of Consul General",
"content": "A career diplomat Mr. B. S. Mubarak joined the Indian Foreign
Service in 2001 and had served in Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah. He headed India’s
Diplomatic Mission in Palestine from 2012-14 and was Consul General of India in
Jeddah from 2014-16. He was Director and later Joint Secretary in the Southern
Division of the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi from April 2016 to
November 2018. He was Ambassador of India to Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras
from December 2018 to December 2021. He has been Ambassador of India to the
Republic of Sudan from January 23, 2022, to August 31, 2023. On October 2, 2023,
Mr. Mubarak assumed the charge of Consul General of India in Frankfurt, Germany."
},
"officers": [
{
"name": "Shri B. S. Mubarak",
"designation": "Consul General"
},
{
"name": "Shri Sathyanarayanan Parakkat",
"designation": "Consul (PPS) to Consul General's Office"
},
{
"name": "Shri Vinod Kumar",
"designation": "Consul (Pol Eco & Com) & Commercial Representative"
},
{
"name": "Shri Vibha Kant Sharma",
"designation": "Consul (Press Information & Culture) & Head of Chancery"
},
{
"name": "Shri Vyas Nandan Shukla",
"designation": "Vice Consul (Admn & DDO)"
},
{
"name": "Shri Subrata Mondal",
"designation": "Vice Consul (Press Information & Culture)"
},
{
"name": "Shri Sanjay Jaswal",
 "designation": "Consul (Cons & Community Affairs)"
}
],
"contact_info": {
"address": "Consulate General of India, Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 26, 60325
Frankfurt am Main",
"phone": "+49 69 15300500",
"fax": "+49 69 554125",
"email": "[Link]@[Link]",
"website": "[Link]
},
"office_timing": {
"timing": "0900 Hrs to 1730 Hrs - Monday to Friday",
"submission": "0930 to 1130 Hrs",
"collection": "1600 to 1700 Hrs"
},
"emergency_contact": {
"phone": "0049-162-4918679 (from outside Germany), 0162-4918679 (from
within Germany)",
"note": "Emergency number for cases such as theft/loss of passport, death,
accident, and missing person. Do not call this number for general queries."
},
"holiday_calendar": [
{
"holiday": "New Year’s Day",
"date": "January 01",
"day": "Monday"
},
{
"holiday": "Republic Day",
"date": "January 26",
"day": "Friday"
},
{
"holiday": "Holi",
"date": "March 25",
"day": "Monday"
},
{
"holiday": "Good Friday",
"date": "March 29",
"day": "Friday"
},
{
"holiday": "Id-ul-Fitr",
"date": "April 11",
"day": "Thursday"
},
{
"holiday": "Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanti",
"date": "April 14",
"day": "Sunday"
},
{
"holiday": "Ram Navami",
"date": "April 17",
"day": "Wednesday"
},
{
 "holiday": "Mahavir Jayanti",
"date": "April 21",
"day": "Sunday"
},
{
"holiday": "Whit Monday",
"date": "May 20",
"day": "Monday"
},
{
"holiday": "Buddha Purnima",
"date": "May 23",
"day": "Thursday"
},
{
"holiday": "Independence Day",
"date": "August 15",
"day": "Thursday"
},
{
"holiday": "Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday",
"date": "October 02",
"day": "Wednesday"
},
{
"holiday": "Day of German Unity",
"date": "October 03",
"day": "Thursday"
},
{
"holiday": "Dussehra",
"date": "October 12",
"day": "Saturday"
},
{
"holiday": "Diwali (Deepawali)",
"date": "October 31",
"day": "Thursday"
},
{
"holiday": "Guru Nanak’s Birthday",
"date": "November 15",
"day": "Friday"
},
{
"holiday": "Christmas Day",
"date": "December 25",
"day": "Wednesday"
},
{
"holiday": "Boxing Day",
"date": "December 26",
"day": "Thursday"
}
]
}
],
"visa": [
{
 "category": "Visa",
"subcategory": "General Information",
"content": "Information about the visa services provided by the Consulate
General of India, Frankfurt.",
"info": [
"Applicants residing within the Consular jurisdiction of the Consulate
(Hessen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland Palatinate, and Saarland) can apply for
their visa with the Consulate General of India, Frankfurt.",
"Your passport must have a minimum validity of six months and two blank
pages at the time of submission of visa application.",
"Visa is valid from the date of issue. Acceptance of visa application and
payment of visa fee does not automatically guarantee grant of a visa.",
"Visa process may involve requisition of additional documentation/personal
Interview.",
"Visa can be rejected or validity curtailed without assigning any reason.",
"Applications are to be submitted along with a recent passport-size color
photograph (size 2\" x 2\" white background) and requisite documentation.",
"All applicants should ensure the correct details in their visas
immediately on delivery/collection and in case of discrepancies, the same should be
brought to the attention of the issuing authority without delay."
],
"contact_info": {
"agency": "Indo German Consultancy Services (IGCS) Ltd",
"address": "Bettinastrasse 5, 60325 Frankfurt am Main",
"phone": "+49 69 742 2200",
"email": "info@[Link]",
"website": "[Link]"
}
},
{
"category": "Visa",
"subcategory": "Visa Fee Table",
"content": "General visa fee table effective from 01.04.2024.",
"fee_structure": [
{
"type": "Tourist Visa",
"duration": "Up to 1 year",
"fee": "92 Euro",
"total_fee": "112.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Tourist Visa",
"duration": "More than 1 year and up to 5 years",
"fee": "183 Euro",
"total_fee": "203.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Business Visa",
"duration": "Up to 1 year",
"fee": "110 Euro",
"total_fee": "130.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Business Visa",
"duration": "More than 1 year and up to 5 years",
"fee": "228 Euro",
 "total_fee": "248.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Entry Visa",
"duration": "Up to 6 months",
"fee": "73 Euro",
"total_fee": "93.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Entry Visa",
"duration": "More than 6 months and up to 1 year",
"fee": "110 Euro",
"total_fee": "130.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Entry Visa",
"duration": "More than 1 year and up to 5 years",
"fee": "183 Euro",
"total_fee": "203.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Employment Visa",
"duration": "Up to 6 months",
"fee": "110 Euro",
"total_fee": "130.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Employment Visa",
"duration": "More than 6 months and up to 1 year",
"fee": "183 Euro",
"total_fee": "203.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
},
{
"type": "Employment Visa",
"duration": "More than 1 year and up to 5 years",
"fee": "274 Euro",
"total_fee": "294.7 Euro (including 3 Euro ICWF surcharge and 17.7 Euro
service fee)"
}
],
"fee_note": "Fees are subject to change. Please check the official website
for the most up-to-date fee structure."
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Advisories",
"content": "Important advisories to Indian nationals.",
"advisories": [
{
 "title": "Travel Advisory",
"description": "Indian nationals are advised to check the latest travel
advisories and visa requirements before planning their travel."
},
{
"title": "Health and Safety",
"description": "Ensure you have adequate health insurance coverage while
traveling. Follow local health and safety guidelines."
},
{
"title": "Emergency Contacts",
"description": "Keep a list of emergency contacts including the nearest
Indian Mission/Post, local authorities, and family members."
},
{
"title": "Documentation",
"description": "Carry copies of important documents such as passport,
visa, and travel insurance. Keep the originals in a safe place."
},
{
"title": "Local Laws",
"description": "Respect local laws and customs. Familiarize yourself with
the laws of the country you are visiting."
},
{
"title": "Consular Assistance",
"description": "In case of emergency or need for assistance, contact the
nearest Indian Mission/Post."
},
{
"title": "Fraud and Scams",
"description": "Be cautious of frauds and scams. Do not share personal
information or make payments to unknown entities."
},
{
"title": "Lost Passport",
"description": "In case of a lost passport, report to the local police
and contact the nearest Indian Mission/Post for assistance."
},
{
"title": "Dual Nationality",
"description": "Indian nationals holding dual nationality should check
for any specific requirements or restrictions."
},
{
"title": "General Precautions",
"description": "Stay vigilant and aware of your surroundings. Avoid risky
areas and follow local news for updates."
}
],
"contact_info": {
"agency": "Consulate General of India, Frankfurt",
"address": "Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 26, 60325 Frankfurt am Main",
"phone": "+49 69 15300500",
"email": "info@[Link]",
"website": "[Link]"
}
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Application Form for Emergency Certificate",
"content": "Form for applying for an emergency certificate.",
"form_fields": [
"Full Name",
"Father's/Husband's Name",
"Date of Birth",
"Place of Birth",
"Permanent Address",
"Present Address",
"Nationality",
"Occupation",
"Passport Details",
"Reason for Issuance",
"Declaration",
"Signature",
"Date"
],
"instructions": [
"Fill out the form with accurate and complete information.",
"Attach necessary documents as mentioned.",
"Submit the form to the relevant consulate office."
]
}
]
}
{
"passport": [
{
"category": "Passport",
"subcategory": "Application Form for Passport Renewal",
"content": "Form for applying for passport renewal.",
"form_fields": [
"Full Name",
"Father's/Husband's Name",
"Date of Birth",
"Place of Birth",
"Permanent Address",
"Present Address",
"Nationality",
"Occupation",
"Passport Details",
"Reason for Renewal",
"Declaration",
"Signature",
"Date"
],
"instructions": [
"Fill out the form with accurate and complete information.",
"Attach necessary documents as mentioned.",
"Submit the form to the relevant consulate office."
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Application Form for Police Clearance Certificate",
"content": "Form for applying for a Police Clearance Certificate.",
"form_fields": [
"Full Name",
"Father's/Husband's Name",
"Date of Birth",
"Place of Birth",
"Permanent Address",
"Present Address",
"Nationality",
"Occupation",
"Passport Details",
"Reason for Issuance",
"Declaration",
"Signature",
"Date"
],
"instructions": [
"Fill out the form with accurate and complete information.",
"Attach necessary documents as mentioned.",
"Submit the form to the relevant consulate office."
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Application Form for Newborn Registration",
"content": "Form for registering the birth of a newborn child of Indian
nationals.",
"form_fields": [
"Full Name of Child",
"Date of Birth",
"Place of Birth",
"Full Name of Father",
"Full Name of Mother",
"Permanent Address",
"Present Address",
"Nationality of Parents",
"Passport Details of Parents",
"Declaration",
"Signature",
"Date"
],
"instructions": [
"Fill out the form with accurate and complete information.",
"Attach necessary documents as mentioned.",
"Submit the form to the relevant consulate office."
]
}
]
}
{
 "general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Application Form for Attestation of Documents",
"content": "Form for applying for attestation of documents.",
"form_fields": [
"Full Name",
"Father's/Husband's Name",
"Date of Birth",
"Place of Birth",
"Permanent Address",
"Present Address",
"Nationality",
"Occupation",
"Passport Details",
"Type of Document",
"Declaration",
"Signature",
"Date"
],
"instructions": [
"Fill out the form with accurate and complete information.",
"Attach necessary documents as mentioned.",
"Submit the form to the relevant consulate office."
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Application Form for Miscellaneous Services",
"content": "Form for applying for miscellaneous consular services.",
"form_fields": [
"Full Name",
"Father's/Husband's Name",
"Date of Birth",
"Place of Birth",
"Permanent Address",
"Present Address",
"Nationality",
"Occupation",
"Passport Details",
"Service Required",
"Declaration",
"Signature",
"Date"
],
"instructions": [
"Fill out the form with accurate and complete information.",
"Attach necessary documents as mentioned.",
"Submit the form to the relevant consulate office."
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
 {
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Photograph Guidelines",
"content": "Requirements and guidelines for photographs for Indian passport
applications.",
"requirements": [
{
"title": "Photo Size and Quality",
"details": [
"The photograph should be in colour and of the size of 2 inch x 2 inch
(51 mm x 51 mm).",
"The digital size of the file should not exceed 100 KB and must not be
less than 20 KB.",
"Minimum resolution of the file should be 350 pixels (Width) X 350
pixels (Height) and maximum 1000 pixels (Width) X 1000 pixels (Height).",
"Bit Depth of image file should be 24 bit and DPI range should be
between 200 and 300.",
"The photo-print should be clear and with continuous-tone quality."
]
},
{
"title": "Photo Composition",
"details": [
"It should have full face, front view, eyes open.",
"Photo should present full head from top of hair to bottom of chin.",
"Center head within frame.",
"The background should be a plain white or off-white.",
"There should not be any distracting shadows on the face or on the
background.",
"Head coverings are not permitted except for religious reasons, but the
facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face
must be clearly shown.",
"The expression on the face should look natural."
]
}
],
"samples": [
"Sample of the Photo",
"Do’s and Don’ts for a Proper photo",
"Distracting background not centered",
"Make sure photo presents full head from top of hair to bottom of chin;
height of head should measure 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches (25 mm to 35 mm). Make sure
eye height is between 1-1/8 inches to 1-3/8 inches (28 mm to 35 mm)."
],
"lighting": [
"The light should be even and balanced to avoid shadows on the face.",
"Background behind the face should be properly illuminated to avoid shadows
in the background."
],
"print_properties": [
"The photograph should be in size 2 inch x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm) and in
colour.",
"Print photo on high-quality paper."
],
"dos_and_donts": [
{
"title": "Do's",
"points": [
"Paste ONLY ONE COLOUR photograph as per the specifications given.",
 "Paste your recent passport size photograph of 2 inch * 2 inch (51 mm *
51 mm) in colour in the box meant for affixing the photograph.",
"Background of the photograph should be plain white and the dress
should be in dark colour.",
"Photograph should fit within the given box.",
"Frontal view of the full face should be visible in the photograph.",
"Photograph should be printed on good quality photo paper.",
"Print of the photograph should be clear and with a continuous-tone
quality.",
"Expression of the face should be natural (no grinning, frowning or
raised eyebrows).",
"Eyes must be open and both edges of face must be clearly visible.",
"Head should be in the centre of the frame and both ears should be
visible."
]
},
{
"title": "Don'ts",
"points": [
"Do not paste black and white photograph.",
"Dimensions of photograph should not be smaller than the box of 2 inch
* 2 inch (51 mm * 51 mm) provided in the application form.",
"Photograph with dark background or in uniform, or with eyes hidden
under coloured or dark glasses will not be accepted.",
"Photograph in computer print will not be accepted.",
"Photograph is NOT to be signed.",
"Distracting shadows on the face or on the background should not be
there.",
"Eyes must not be covered by hair. Glares on eyeglasses should be
avoided with a slight upward or downward tilt of the head.",
"Photograph should not be damaged, for example: torn, creased, or
marked.",
"Head coverings are not permitted except for religious reasons, but the
facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face
must be clearly visible.",
"Photographs cut from group photographs are not acceptable."
]
}
]
}
]
}
{
"general": [
{
"category": "General",
"subcategory": "Former Consuls General of India in Frankfurt",
"content": "List of former Consuls General of India in Frankfurt and their
periods of service.",
"consuls_general": [
{
"name": "Shri G.P. Mathur",
"period_from": "December 1971",
"period_to": "February 1973"
},
{
"name": "Shri Yashwant Sinha",
"period_from": "April 1973",
"period_to": "June 1974"
},
{
"name": "Shri Nareshwar Dayal",
"period_from": "June 1974",
"period_to": "August 1976"
},
{
"name": "Shri Vinod Kumar Khanna",
"period_from": "October 1976",
"period_to": "March 1978"
},
{
"name": "Shri Ranjit Gupta",
"period_from": "March 1978",
"period_to": "February 1982"
},
{
"name": "Shri K.P. Balakrishnan",
"period_from": "July 1983",
"period_to": "February 1986"
},
{
"name": "Shri Santosh Kumar",
"period_from": "April 1986",
"period_to": "July 1989"
},
{
"name": "Shri S.T. Devare",
"period_from": "July 1989",
"period_to": "August 1992"
},
{
"name": "Shri Alok Prasad",
"period_from": "August 1992",
"period_to": "August 1995"
},
{
"name": "Shri Partha Sarathi Ray",
"period_from": "May 1996",
"period_to": "April 2000"
},
{
"name": "Shri T. Topden",
"period_from": "April 2000",
"period_to": "July 2003"
},
{
"name": "Shri Ashok Kumar",
"period_from": "August 2003",
"period_to": "August 2007"
},
{
"name": "Shri Ajit Kumar",
"period_from": "August 2007",
"period_to": "July 2011"
},
{
"name": "Shri Taranjit Singh Sandhu",
"period_from": "September 2011",
 "period_to": "July 2013"
},
{
"name": "Shri Raveesh Kumar",
"period_from": "September 2013",
"period_to": "July 2017"
},
{
"name": "Smt. Pratibha Parkar",
"period_from": "August 2017",
"period_to": "July 2020"
},
{
"name": "Dr. Amit Telang",
"period_from": "July 2020",
"period_to": "September 2023"
}
]
}
]
}