Kerala also known as "God's Own Country", today one of
the popular tourist destinations in the world. Surrounded by sunny
beaches and warm hearts, a trip to Kerala is a must include in
your tour itinerary of India. The popularity of Kerala helps to
draw countless of foreign tourists to India each year, which thus,
in turn promotes a demand for a visa to Kerala. Thus, if you are
planning a trip to Kerala read on to discover the easiest way of
obtaining a visa to Kerala.
Indian Missions Abroad India visa applications available here
1.
USA 2. Middle East 3.
Australia 4.
Europe 5.
Asia
Visa Category
A
number of categories are assigned which can be stated as reasons
for claiming a visa to Kerala as well as visa to
India.
VISA - Details, New -Tourist Visa on Arrival Details
The categories
include:
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Tourist Visa,
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Transfer Of Visa
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Transit Visa
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Entry Visa
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Business Visa
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Employment Visa
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Student Visa
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Research Visa
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Journalist Visa
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Conference Visa
However, it should be kept in mind that the visa category
of purpose cannot be changed once you have entered Indian
Territory. Thus, it is best to choose a category whose reason and
time frame is best suited for your purpose
Visa to India,Kerala
For foreign travelers planning a trip of travel to Kerala,
here are a few guidelines that can help you to obtain visas to
Kerala as easily and smoothly as possible. The following
guidelines can help you enjoy your holiday in Kerala as much as
possible if you are desirable of obtaining a visa to Kerala from
the below- mentioned countries:
In the cities of Kozhikode, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram, the Police Commissioners function as the Foreigners' Registration Officers (FRO). In other district headquarters, the Superintendents of Police (SP) hold the charge of FROs.
For more information on obtaining Indian visas and Indian embassies and consulates, please visit the following Web site of India's Ministry of External Affairs and select "Missions and Posts Abroad": Ministry of External Affairs
For Indian visa, visa extension, visa registration rule, registration forms, etc., please visit the following Web site of the Bureau of Immigration which functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs: Bureau of Immigration India
For information on Kerala Police, nearest police stations, and police officials, please visit the following Web site: Kerala Police
Visa
We request you to carry your visa for entry to India/Kerala on your holiday. For clarification please contact the Indian High Commission /Embassy. For visa registrations and extensions, contact the Commissioner of Police (in cities) and the District Superintendent of Police (in districts).
Money
There is no limit to the amount of foreign currency that visitors can bring.
Banks
Banks are open for transaction from 10:00 - 14:00 hrs on week days and from 10:00 - 12:00 hrs on Saturdays.
Credit cards
Main hotels, restaurants and shopping centre’s honor major credit cards.
Time
(Hours fast (+), slow (-) on IST)
USA: -10.30, Germany: - 4.30, Canada: - 10.30, France: - 4.30, Australia: + 4.30, Spain: -4.30, UAE: - 1.30, uk:-5:30
Best time to visit
High season: December - May
Monsoon Rejuvenation programmes: June - November
Travel Kit
Cotton outfits, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion etc.
Drugs
Heavy penalties including imprisonment for possession of narcotic drugs.
Ayurveda
Go only to those Ayurveda centres that are classified/approved by the Department of Tourism
Food
All standard restaurants offer a variety of cuisines including Continental, Chinese, Indian and typical Kerala fare.
Water
Tap water is purified and quite safe to drink. It is not advisable to drink water from slow moving streams, lakes or dams. Bottled water is also available.
Emergency numbers
Police control room: 100
Fire station: 101
Ambulance: 101
Temple codes
some temples do not permit entry to non-Hindus. Strict dress codes are followed in most of the temples. Footwear is banned inside the temple premises
Nudity
Nudity is not allowed in any Kerala beach.
Smoking
Smoking is banned in public places
Footwear in houses
Visitors to most Kerala houses leave their footwear outside before entering the house.
Demonstrativeness in public
Behavior demonstrating affection in public like hugging or kissing is not an accepted practice in Kerala.
Wildlife sanctuaries
To visit a wildlife sanctuary, prior permission has to be taken from the concerned authority of the sanctuary.
