IEEE TEMSMET 2026

October 29-31, 2026  |  A Hybrid Conference Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Hyderabad International Conference on Technology, Engineering, Management for Societal Impact
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Visa Information

General Visa Policy

We encourage foreign attendees to apply for their Indian visas as early as possible. If you encounter any difficulties, please seek advice from your local Indian embassy, consulate, or overseas mission. Please ensure that your passport has a validity of at least six months before your scheduled arrival in India.

It is IEEE policy to only issue Official Visa Letters of Invitation to Speakers, Authors, Committee Members, and Attendees who have paid their registration fee in FULL.

VISA-Exempt Entry

Passport holders of the following nationalities do not require a visa to enter India (provided they are not arriving from mainland China).

Duration of Stay Country / Region
Unlimited Bhutan, Nepal
Up to 90 Days Maldives

* Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders also enjoy visa-free entry to India.

e-Visa (e-Conference Visa)

The Government of India offers an e-Conference Visa facility to passport holders of over 160 countries.

Duration of Stay Country / Eligibility
30 Days Over 160 Countries (including USA, UK, Australia, and most of Europe & Asia). Check Eligibility List

How to Apply:

  1. Visit the official portal: indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/
  2. Select the "e-Conference Visa" category and submit the application form online.
  3. Upload your Official Invitation Letter and MHA/MEA clearance documents (these will be provided by the organizers after you register).
  4. Complete the visa fee payment online.
  5. Wait for your Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) approval via email.

Please provide your printed ETA and Official Invitation Letter in English when entering India.

Prior Reference Category (PRC) Countries

Important: Due to strict Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) processing times (which can take 60-90 days), IEEE TEMSMET 2026 has strict deadlines for entry applications.

Participants from PRC countries (including Afghanistan, China, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, foreigners of Pakistani origin, and Stateless persons) require prior political clearance from the MHA. The required information must be provided to the conference secretariat no later than 14 August 2026.

Required Documents for Clearance:

  • Registration Confirmation Letter: Showing IEEE TEMSMET 2026 is paid in full.
  • Passport Copy: Clear color copy with at least six months validity.
  • National ID: Color copy of your resident ID card.
  • Photo: White background, JPG format, taken within the last 2 years.
  • Proof of Employment/Enrollment: Verification letter or academic Resume.
  • Flight Dates: Expected arrival and departure dates.

Once MHA clearance is obtained by the organizers, it will be emailed to you so you can officially apply for a regular/paper visa at the nearest Indian Embassy. If you have questions, please contact temsmet2026@sithyd.edu.in.

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Need an Invitation Letter?

Authors and registered attendees can request an official visa invitation letter.

Request Letter

Questions?

Email: temsmet2026@sithyd.edu.in

Note: Visa regulations change frequently. Please verify with your local Indian embassy.