🇮🇳 India · Artist Entertainer

Film Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-22 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Work experience1+ years
Age range18–65

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://indiacinehub.gov.in/applying-for-film-visa.

Frequently asked

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Employer sponsor
Work experience
No direct PR path

“Visto de artista/atleta/entertainer = autorização temporária ligada ao contrato/engajamento/evento; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR=rota separada). not_applicable. Programa: Film Visa can be applied after receiving permission of shooting from The India Cine Hub (ICH), Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.

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