Travelling to India
Visa Information VFS Address Part 4 Suite, level 12, 55 Swanston Street, Melbourne 3000
VISA APPLYING PROCESS at VFS
Step 1
Confirm the visa type based on your reason for travel; do not make any confirmed bookings. Check processing times to plan your travel accordingly.
Step 2
Complete the application form, download & print the application forms and checklist for the selected visa type. Sign form/s and checklist at all indicated places. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted and will be returned.
Step 3
Check fees payable and payment options.
Step 4
Ensure photos are strictly as per specifications. Photo Booth Services are available at Visa Application Centres.
Step 5
Submit your application based on jurisdiction by Express Post/Courier in person or through a Travel Agent (where you reside determines where you need to submit your application)
Step 6
Track your application online.
Sending your Application
Recommended Option 1: By Express POST/Courier
Option 2: Queue in Person
If you choose to submit your application in person, you will need to submit the same at an India Passport & Visa Application Centre based on your jurisdiction and applicable trading hours.
Trading Hours
Hours for Submission:
08:30hrs to 15:00hrs (Monday to Friday on all working days)- please check the holiday list prior to visiting.
Hours for Collection:
10:30hrs to 15:00hrs (Monday to Friday on all working days)- please check the holiday list prior to visiting
USA Visa Requirements
Quick guide for what you need to do for travel to, from, within or over the USA
Step 1: Book your flight.
Step 2: Provide your Advance Passenger Information and Secure Flight Passenger Data through Manage Your Booking before we can issue your tickets. This information is mandatory for travel to the US.
Step 3: Your tickets will be issued once this information has been received.
Step 4: Apply for an electronic authorisation known as ESTA at the US Department of Homeland Security ESTA website. You can do this at any time before you travel.
More information on these mandatory requirements for travel to, from, within or over the USA
US Department of Homeland Security ESTA website
We Charge no booking fee
Phone: 03 93638939
