📢 Latest News and Notices
The Consulate General of India in San Francisco will observe holiday closures on October 2, 2026, for Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday, October 20, 2026, for Dussehra, and November 8, 2026, for Diwali.
The mandatory reissuance of physical OCI cards upon obtaining a new passport has been discontinued. OCI cardholders are now required to update their latest passport particulars on the OCI Portal within three months of passport renewal; this online process is free if completed within the specified timeframe.
| Monday to Friday | Monday to Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Special outreach camps only |
| Sunday | Closed |
Passport Services
OCI and PIO
Visa Services
Notarial and Attestation
Passport, OCI Card, notarial or other consular service.
Prepare all required documents in advance.
Credit Card and Debit Card and Money Order. For the exact service fee. Cash is not accepted.
From the Bay Bridge, exit at Fremont Street and continue to Stevenson Street. The consulate is in the SoMa district near Market Street. Heavy traffic and expensive parking; public transit recommended.
Take BART or Muni to Montgomery Street station. The consulate is a 5-minute walk. Excellent public transit access via multiple lines during business hours.
Paid parking in commercial garages in SoMa ($25-$45 per day). No free parking available. Use the Jessie Square Garage or other nearby options.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Most consular services require online registration first. For passports use the GPSP 2.0 portal. For miscellaneous services use eSEWA. For visas use VFS Global. After online registration, you may need to visit the VFS Application Center or the consulate in person with a confirmed appointment.
Payment methods vary by service. VFS Global accepts credit and debit cards online. Direct consular fees typically require money orders payable to the relevant consulate. Personal checks and cash are generally not accepted. Always verify current accepted payment methods on the official consulate website before applying.
Indian passport renewal fees vary by validity period and processing speed. Standard renewal typically costs around USD 120, while Tatkaal (expedited) service has additional fees of approximately USD 195 total. Verify current fees on the official GPSP 2.0 portal or VFS Global website before submitting your application.
OCI (Overseas Citizenship of India) is a lifelong visa for persons of Indian origin and their foreign-born descendants. OCI holders enjoy visa-free travel to India and other benefits. Apply online through the official OCI portal, then submit biometrics at a VFS Application Center. Initial OCI fees are approximately USD 275 plus VFS service charges.
The Indian Consulate in San Francisco serves Indian citizens and OCI holders residing in California and surrounding states defined by the Ministry of External Affairs. Verify the exact jurisdiction on this page before initiating any application to ensure you are at the correct consulate.
VFS Global is the official outsourced visa application partner for the Indian government in the USA. They operate Indian Consular Application Centers (ICAC) that handle visa applications, biometric collection and document submission. The consulate retains decision-making authority while VFS manages administrative processing.
For emergencies (accidents, hospitalization, death, arrest), each consulate has dedicated emergency contact numbers and email addresses. The general emergency helpline is +1-800-320-9625 (Passport/Miscellaneous) or +1-800-320-9693 (Visa/OCI). For consular protection, contact the consulate of your jurisdiction directly using the emergency number listed on this page.
No. Services must be obtained at the Indian consulate that has territorial jurisdiction over your place of residence in the United States. Each of the nine Indian consulates covers specific states. Verify the jurisdiction on this page before scheduling any appointment to avoid wasted trips.