Indian Consulate in Seattle Expands Visa Services with New Bellevue Location

Indian citizens residing in the northwestern United States can rejoice! The Consulate General of India in Seattle has significantly expanded its consular services, offering greater convenience and accessibility starting July 1, 2024.

This expansion aims to better serve the needs of the Indian community in the region, encompassing states like Wyoming, Alaska, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, and Wyoming.

New Bellevue Location Enhances Accessibility

In a major development, the consulate has opened a new facility in Bellevue. This expansion is set to provide improved accessibility for residents in the Pacific Northwest, minimizing travel time and offering more convenient access to essential consular services.

What Services Are Now Available?

Previously, residents had to travel to San Francisco for various consular services. Now, both the Seattle and Bellevue offices will offer a comprehensive range of services, including:

• Passport issuance and renewal
• Visa applications
• Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card processing

Appointment Booking and Drop-Off Options

The Consulate has streamlined the application process by partnering with VFS Global. Applicants can easily book appointments or utilize drop-off services at either the Seattle or Bellevue VFS Global office. The Seattle VFS office is conveniently located near the Consulate itself, further enhancing accessibility.

Additional Services Offered

Beyond Passports, Visas, and OCI Cards, the Consulate General of India in Seattle will provide a variety of other essential services, such as:

• Attestation of Power of Attorney documents
• Issuance of life, death, and marriage certificates
• Document attestation
• Affidavits for issuance of children’s passports in India
• Birth registration

These services can be availed of by mail or by visiting the Consulate in person.

Reduced Waiting Times

This expansion is a significant step forward in meeting the growing demand for consular services in the Northwest. Residents can anticipate considerably shorter wait times and reduced travel distances when seeking these essential services.

A Step Towards Better Service Delivery

The initiative reflects the consulate’s commitment to addressing the rising demand for consular services in the region. By reducing waiting times and travel distances, the new facility aims to provide a more efficient and user-friendly service experience for residents requiring consular assistance.

For additional information and to make appointments, visit the official consular website or contact the nearest VFS Global office.