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U.S. Passport
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If you want to travel overseas for surgery/treatment, you will need a valid U.S.
passport. A passport is an official document issued by a government, which identifies
the holder and grants him or her permission to travel abroad. The U.S Department
of State only has the authority to grant, issue and verify U.S. passports.
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Necessary steps to obtain a Passport
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1. To obtain a passport for the first time, the applicant must go in person to one
of the 7,000 passport acceptance outlets located throughout the United States.
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2. The applicant must carry two passport-size photographs, proof of citizenship,
and valid photo identification (such as a driving license).
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Acceptance outlets include Federal, State and Probate courts, Post Offices and a
number of county and municipal offices. If the passport is required urgently, there
are 13 regional passport agencies who can process in an expedited manner, prior
appointments are required in such cases. More passport details can be found at
http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/first/first_832.html
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Visa to India
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You should have a valid visa to travel to India for your medical treatment. The
Indian Embassy in the U.S provides you with necessary information and services about
how obtain a visa. For more information, please visit
http://www.indianembassy.org/newsite/visa.asp
OR
https://indiavisa.travisaoutsourcing.com/homepage
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The following documents are needed for a Visa application:
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• A valid passport with minimum six months validity from the date of application
along with two full blank pages.
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• Two recent passport size photographs (black/white or color) with a front pose
against a light background.
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• Supporting documents should be submitted if the application is other than a tourist
visa.
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Visa Fees
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Generally, for a 6-months Visa, a U.S. Citizen has to pay $60.00 as Consular Fee
along with a Service Fee of $13.00.
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Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)
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Persons of Indian Origin applying for Visa on U.S. passport for the first time must
turn in the Indian passport for cancellation including a renunciation form.
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Following is the address of the Indian Embassy in Washington D.C.
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2107 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
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Washington, DC 20008
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Telephone: (202) 939-7000
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Fax: (202) 265-4351
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Embassy Hours: 930 AM - 600 PM EST
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www.indianembassy.org
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Expedited Passports and Visas
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To obtain an expedited passport/Visa please visit http://www.passportsandvisas.com
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