Be Prepared

Here are some resources if you are coming to India for the first time:

Best Expat Bank Account for India

Tips for choosing the best expat bank account when you are living in India

A complete list of all the kinds of visas for India that a foreigner can get, including a full explanation of validity, difficulty, and processes.

A step-by-step guide to filling out the Indian visa application form

One quick way to tell if an outsider has been in India a long time? Ask him/her if they have a favorite place to get passport photos. You don’t…

A tourist is defined as someone who is travelling or visiting a place for pleasure. Yet, those who claim to be ‘world travelers’ avoid this label…

Guide to Filling Out Forms in India

A curated list of the required vaccinations for India you need to consider before coming on your trip to India.

A complete overview of the Indian FRRO Registration process and how to make the most of your visit when living in India.

A comprehensive look at the differences between NRI PIO and OCI including updates after the removal of the PIO scheme.

Tips and advice for expatriates who want to open a domestic bank account while they are in India.

A complete guide to all the things you need to know for packing for India on a long term trip: sporting goods, clothing, food, electronics, and more.

A look at how to handle culture shocks and the dreaded culture attacks