How to Apply for a Conference Visa

Visa Information

All overseas delegates attending the 35th International Congress on Occupational Health (ICOH 2027) in Mumbai (14–19 February 2027) must obtain a Conference Visa to enter India (not a tourist or business visa), unless they are from visa-exempt countries.

The ICOH 2027 Organising Committee will provide official supporting documents to registered and fully paid delegates and exhibitors to support their visa application.

Important Disclaimer:
The Organising Committee does not issue visas and is not responsible for visa approvals, delays, or rejections. It is the sole responsibility of each delegate to apply for their visa in a timely manner and comply with all applicable regulations of the Government of India.

Steps to Apply

Step 1: Register & Complete Payment

Register and complete payment for the conference:
👉 https://reg.medivisionevents.com/icoh2027/account/register

Step 2: Receive Supporting Documents

After successful registration and payment:

  • Within 2 weeks (from August 2026 onwards), delegates will receive an email containing the official visa supporting documents
  • Additionally, documents can be downloaded from the ICOH 2027 dashboard

Eligible participants will receive:

  • Official Letter of Invitation
  • Political Clearance (Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India)
  • Event Clearance (Ministry of Home Affairs & Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India)
Step 3: Apply for Your Conference Visa

A. e-Conference Visa
Apply online:
👉 https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

B. Regular (Paper) Conference Visa
Apply online and submit physically:
👉 https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html

  • Complete the online form
  • Print and sign the application
  • Submit at nearest IVAC / Embassy / Consulate

C. Country-Specific Applications

  • Bangladesh nationals: https://ivacbd.com
  • Nationals of certain countries (including China, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Sudan, Hong Kong SAR) must apply via regular paper visa process

Visa Exemptions

  • Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan do not require a visa
  • OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) cardholders do not require a visa

Important Timeline

  • Visa applications can typically be submitted up to 120 days before travel
  • Delegates are strongly advised to apply at least 6–8 weeks in advance

Required Documents (Summary)

  • Passport (minimum 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
  • Passport-size photograph (as per specifications)
  • Completed visa application form
  • ICOH 2027 supporting documents