New e-Production Investment Business Visa allows Chinese investors to stay in India for up to six months.
PR | Gitanjali Thorat| PR Desk
Mumbai : India has introduced a new e-Business visa category specifically for Chinese nationals, aimed at facilitating manufacturing and production-related investments in the country. The visa, officially termed the e-Production Investment Business Visa, is part of India’s efforts to attract foreign capital and strengthen industrial collaboration.
Visa Processing and Validity
According to officials, the new e-visa will be issued within 45 to 50 days of application. Successful applicants will be permitted to stay in India for up to six months, allowing them to explore business opportunities, set up production units, and engage with Indian partners.
Purpose of the New Visa
The initiative is designed to streamline entry for Chinese investors involved in production-linked and manufacturing sectors. It is expected to support India’s broader goals of expanding domestic manufacturing capacity and attracting foreign direct investment, particularly in sectors aligned with industrial growth and export expansion.
Strategic and Economic Context
The move comes amid efforts to recalibrate economic engagement while maintaining regulatory oversight. By limiting the visa to production and investment-linked activities, the government aims to balance economic cooperation with national interest considerations.
Expected Impact
Industry experts believe the new visa category could help reduce procedural delays for genuine investors and encourage long-term industrial partnerships. However, approvals will continue to be subject to security and compliance checks under existing regulations.
