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Deputy High Commission of United Kingdom in Kolkata, India |
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| Address | 1A Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700071 |
| Contact No | 91 (33) 40822200 |
| Fax Number | 91 (33) 2288 3435 |
| Website | www.gov.uk/contact-consulate-kolkata |
| Contact Email | NA |
| High Commissioner | Nick Low |
| Last Updated | 26-11-2021 |
Kolkata, the only economic and financial hub of eastern India is one of the most important cities. It is home to one of the best military and commercial ports in India, the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port.Â
Due to its ease of trade the UK carries multiple transactions via Kolkata. It has investments in sectors of education, retail, consumer goods, life sciences, healthcare and infrastructure. The constant economic growth of Kolkata has been attracting British citizens for business opportunities. This, in turn, invites frequent visits of British officials to the city.
The Deputy High Commission of the United Kingdom in Kolkata assists British Citizens in their visit to India and performs several important functions and responsibilities.Â
Here are the most essential functions and responsibilities undertaken by the United Kingdom Deputy High Commission in Kolkata:
Represents the United Kingdom Government in Kolkata
Assists British Citizens During Their Visit to India
Issues UK Visa to Indian Citizens
Assisting British Citizens with Passport Issues
The most critical documents to be submitted for visa applications to the UK Deputy High Commissions are:
Valid passport
Two passport-size photographs
Confirmed return flight tickets
Cover letter with details like travel information, the purpose of the visit, proof of financial means, etc.
Proof of accommodation details
Address and identity proof
Other than these documents, the Deputy High Commission can ask for other documents as well, depending upon the service you want to avail.
If you want to apply for a visa, you must apply for it at a diplomatic mission that has jurisdiction over your state. Different diplomatic missions have jurisdiction over different states. The Deputy High Commission of the United Kingdom in Kolkata has jurisdiction over the states of:
West Bengal
Sikkim
Arunachal Pradesh
Bihar, Jharkhand
Nagaland
Chhattisgarh
Odisha
Tripura
Assam
Meghalaya
Mizoram
Manipur
The Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Bhutan
Offering consular services is one of the most critical functions of the Deputy High Commission of the United Kingdom in Kolkata. Here are the consular services it provides:
Resolves any passport-related grievances of British Nationals visiting India
Issues visa to Indian citizens who are planning to visit the United Kingdom
Conducts educational and language courses for Indians
Attests documents for immigration and dual-citizenship purposes
Issues marriage and birth certificates to British Citizens
Represents United Kingdom Government in India
Attends commercial trades and events on behalf of the UK Government
Travel insurance is an essential document for the visa application process. The Deputy High Commission of the United Kingdom in Kolkata will not approve your application if you do not present a valid travel insurance document.
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