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Consulate General of India in Houston, Texas

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Consulate General of India in Houston, Texas, located at 4300 Scotland St. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, phone, fax, office hours, emergency contacts, online resources including the official website, Facebook page, and Twitter, consular jurisdiction, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    4300 Scotland St
    Houston, TX 77007
    United States

  • Telephone

    (713) 626-2148, (832) 283-1568

  • Emergency Phone

    (713) 626-2149

  • Fax

    (713) 626-2450

  • Email

    [email protected]
    Passport and Consular:
    Passport.houston.mea.gov.in
    [email protected]

  • Office Hours

    Monday to Friday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

  • Consular Jurisdiction

    Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado.

Location Map

Located at 4300 Scotland St, the consulate is near key landmarks like Buffalo Bayou Park and Downtown Aquarium. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of India in Houston, Texas

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Eid al-Fitr: March 31 Flag of India
  • Rama Navami: April 06 Flag of India
  • Mahavir Jayanti: April 10 Flag of India
  • Good Friday: April 18 Flag of India

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Consulate General of India in Houston, Texas:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card
  • Renunciation of Indian citizenship
  • Emergency Travel Certificate (ETC)

Visa Requirements

If you hold an American passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter India.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to India without a visa. The most common types of India visas are the following.

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Employment Visa
  • Student Visa
  • Research Visa
  • Medical Visa
  • Journalist Visa
  • Conference Visa
  • Transit Visa
  • Entry Visa

Head of Mission

D. C. Manjunath, Consul General

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Indian Passports

The government of India issues several types of passports, including:

Regular Passport (Dark Blue cover): This is the standard passport issued to Indian citizens for general travel purposes. It is a "Type P" passport, P stands for Personal.

Diplomatic Passport (Maroon cover): Diplomatic passports are issued to diplomats, Members of Parliament, members of the Union Council of Ministers, and individuals representing the Indian government on diplomatic missions abroad. It is a "Type D" passport, D standing for Diplomatic.

Official Passport (White cover): Official passports are issued to government officials, members of the Indian Armed Forces, members of the Indian diplomatic corps, and individuals representing the Indian government on official business or diplomatic missions. It is a "Type S" passport, S stands for Service.

Consular Assistance

Indian embassies and consulates offer vital consular services to Indian citizens abroad, including issuing, renewing, and replacing passports. They also provide crucial assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, illnesses, or legal matters. These diplomatic missions are essential support systems for Indian nationals traveling or living overseas, ensuring their safety and well-being while away from home. Their services are pivotal in addressing the needs and concerns of Indian citizens during their international travels or stays.

Emergency Travel Document (EC)

The Emergency Travel Document or Emergency Certificate (EC) is a one-way travel document issued to Indian citizens who have no valid travel documents and need to return to India on an emergency basis. EC is issued to those citizens of India to whom a new passport cannot be issued in an emergency in a short period of time. It allows the holder to travel back to India.

Online Resources

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Additional Missions in United States

Besides Consulate General of India in Houston, Texas, India also has 6 representations in the following cities of United States:


View All Diplomatic Missions of India in United States

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of India in neighboring countries or regions of United States.

See also

United States in India

United States has 5 representations in the following cities:

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This page was last edited on 11 March 2025 at 10:25 PM (EST).

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