July 7, 2008

India Consulate fees are going up on June 30, 2008. One-year visas for US Passport holders will be $160; Five-year will be $240. Non-US Passport holders will pay $120 for One-year visas and $200 for Five-year. Six-month visas will no longer be available.

Beginning June 2, 2008 all payments for BRAZIL VISAS must be in the form of a Postal Money order. $200 for US Passports getting a Business visa; $140 for US Passports getting a tourist visa. Non-US Passports should call us. As of August 18, all Visa Processing times have AGAIN been extended. There are daily changes at the Brazilian Consulate in Chicago. Please see the Brazil page for details each time you need a Brazil visa.

Please note: The US State Dept has raised the Security Surcharge by $8,  from $12 to $20. This means the cost of an Expedited Passport for an adult is now $135, up from $127.