India · Skilled Worker Visa

Employment Visa

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-07-13 · Our methodology

6/10 diff

Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income

€1,245/mo

Processing

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Path to PR

Job offer

Required

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At a Glance

Visa Duration

12 months

Processing Time

—

Min Income

€1,245/mo

Path to PR

Difficulty

6/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

Requirement	Details
Job Offer Required	Yes
Sponsorship Required	Yes
Health Insurance Required	No

Financial Requirements

Item	Amount
Minimum Income	€1,245/mo

Application Timeline

Document Collection & Job Offer

21–45 days

Gather educational certificates, experience letters, obtain job offer with minimum INR 1.625M salary, medical clearance

Blocker: Job offer must meet minimum salary threshold, medical certificate validity

Visa Application Submission

3–7 days

Submit online application, pay fees, schedule biometric appointment at Indian mission

Blocker: Appointment availability at Indian consulate/embassy

Government Review & Approval

28–56 days

Ministry of Home Affairs clearance, background verification, employer validation

Blocker: Background verification delays, incomplete documentation

Arrival & FRRO Registration

1–14 days

Enter India, mandatory FRRO registration within 14 days, obtain residence permit

Blocker: FRRO office processing times, required local address proof

Integration & Compliance

30–90 days

Open bank account, obtain PAN card, tax registration, accommodation setup

Can overlap previousBlocker: Bank documentation requirements, tax registration delays

Family & Rights

Right	Details
Path to Permanent Residency	No

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Delhi

Single (monthly)€900

Family (monthly)€2,250

Rent 1BR (center)€400

Groceries€225

Transport pass€54

Pune

Single (monthly)€850

Family (monthly)€2,125

Rent 1BR (center)€350

Groceries€212

Transport pass€51

Bangalore

Single (monthly)€1,000

Family (monthly)€2,500

Rent 1BR (center)€450

Groceries€250

Transport pass€60

Mumbai

Single (monthly)€1,100

Family (monthly)€2,750

Rent 1BR (center)€550

Groceries€275

Transport pass€66

Chennai

Single (monthly)€800

Family (monthly)€2,000

Rent 1BR (center)€320

Groceries€200

Transport pass€48

Hyderabad

Single (monthly)€750

Family (monthly)€1,875

Rent 1BR (center)€300

Groceries€188

Transport pass€45

New Delhi / NCR

Single (monthly)€765

Family (monthly)€1,912

Rent 1BR (center)€291

Groceries€191

Transport pass€46

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Employment Visa?

The Employment Visa is an immigration pathway offered by India. It falls under the Skilled Worker Visa category.

What are the financial requirements for the Employment Visa?

Applicants need minimum income of €1,245/mo. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the Employment Visa lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to India?

Yes. India offers 6 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our India country page.

What is the cost of living in India?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Delhi: €900/mo; Pune: €850/mo; Bangalore: €1,000/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

Requirements on this page are based on this official/primary source:

www.cgisf.gov.in

Data last verified: 2026-07-13 · See our methodology

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