How to Reach Delhi

Delhi being the national capital of India is the main gateway to India and is connected with major cities of the world. International flights from all over the world land at Delhi's international airport. Delhi has an international as well as a domestic airport to manage the air traffic of International and domestic flights, respectively.

Rich connectivity of Delhi to and from major cities in India makes it the best to place to visit and relocate to. Business, education, IT and ITES have prospered in Delhi at a rapid rate with the graph ever increasing. Interstate road connectivity from Delhi to neighboring states like Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttranchal (Uttrakhand), and Himachal Pradesh also makes traveling a trouble-free ride.

Delhi government has set up special cell which looks into the travel and tourism aspect of the city, in particular. You can get all the relevant information required, related to tourist’s destination and attractive sites of Delhi. There are many private tour and travel operators within the city which would provide you high quality services and reasonable price. Online portals on Delhi also provide essential information on Delhi Tourism and also enable you to book or plan your travel in advance, in a systematic manner.

Delhi Basics
Time: GMT +5.5.
Electricity: 240 volts, 50Hz. A variety of power outlets are used in India, but most plugs have two or three round pins. Money:
The currency is the Rupee (INR), which is comprises of 100 paisa.

Major currencies can be easily changed at banks, and authorized bureaus re-change. It is not possible to obtain rupees outside India, but irrespective of the time you arrive in India there will be an exchange office opened at the airport. Please note that it is absolutely illegal to exchange money through the black market and it is sensible to refuse worn out notes (rupees), as no one will accept them apart from the National Banks.

It is also advisable to keep and tender money into small denominations. Travelers cheque and major credit cards are usually accepted everywhere throughout the city no matter if you are using it at shopping complexes, hotels, restaurants or retail outlets.

Language: Delhi is a cosmopolitan city where you would find people from all over India. Hindi, being national language of India, is widely spoken in Delhi, followed by Punjabi as Sikhs are very prevalent here in Delhi. However, English happens to be the official language from Business and official point of view. Urdu is the common language being spoken among Muslim communities. There are sixteen other languages which are spoken by people from different parts of India.

Entry requirements for Americans: United States citizens must have a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for Australians: Australians require a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for South Africans: South Africans require a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish citizens require a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for New Zealand nationals: New Zealand citizens require a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for UK nationals: British citizens must have a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadians require a valid passport and a visa.

Passport/Visa Note: A valid passport and visa is required by all for entry to India, unless they hold a PIO (Person of Indian Origin) Card. Some parts of the country are restricted areas and require a special permit, in order to seek an entry. Travelers planning to go to the far northwest of the country or to the islands should confirm with India Tourism for the latest information.

US Embassy or Consulate: United States Embassy, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 2419 8000

UK Embassy or Consulate: British High Commission, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 2687 2161

Canadian Embassy or Consulate: Canadian High Commission, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 4178 2000

Australian Embassy or Consulate: Australian High Commission, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 4139 9900

South African Embassy or Consulate: South African High Commission, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 2614 9411

Embassy or Consulate in US: Indian Embassy, Washington DC, United States: +1 202 939 7000

Embassy or Consulate in UK: Indian High Commission, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20 7836 8484

Embassy or Consulate in Canada: Indian High Commission, Ottawa, Canada: +1 613 744 3751

Embassy or Consulate in Australia: Indian High Commission, Canberra, Australia: + 61 (0)2 6273 3999

Embassy or Consulate in South Africa: Indian High Commission, Pretoria, South Africa: +27 (0)12 342 5392