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Consulate General of India in Melbourne, Australia

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Consulate General of India in Melbourne, Australia, located at 344, St. Kilda Road. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular jurisdiction, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    344, St. Kilda Road
    Melbourne, VIC 3000
    Australia

  • Telephone

    +61 3 9682 5800

  • Fax

    +61 3 9696 8251

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed

    🕒 Current time in Melbourne: 7:09 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

  • Consular Jurisdiction

    Victoria and Tasmania

Location Map

Located at 344, St. Kilda Road, the consulate is near key landmarks like Shrine of Remembrance and Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of India in Melbourne, Australia

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Muharram/Ashura: June 26 Flag of India
  • Independence Day: August 15 Flag of India
  • Milad un-Nabi: August 26 Flag of India
  • Krishna Janmashtami: September 4 Flag of India

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Consulate General of India in Melbourne, Australia:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Attestation of documents
  • Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
  • NRI (Non Resident Indian) certificate
  • Renunciation of Indian citizenship
  • Renunciation of citizenship

Visa Requirements

If you hold an Australian passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter India.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to India without a visa. The most common types of India visas are the following.

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Employment Visa
  • Student Visa
  • Research Visa
  • Medical Visa
  • Journalist Visa
  • Conference Visa
  • Transit Visa
  • Entry Visa

Head of Mission

Shri Anish Rajan, Consul General

Related Content

Indian Passports

The government of India issues several types of passports, including:

Regular Passport (Dark Blue cover): This is the standard passport issued to Indian citizens for general travel purposes. It is a "Type P" passport, P stands for Personal.

Diplomatic Passport (Maroon cover): Diplomatic passports are issued to diplomats, Members of Parliament, members of the Union Council of Ministers, and individuals representing the Indian government on diplomatic missions abroad. It is a "Type D" passport, D standing for Diplomatic.

Official Passport (White cover): Official passports are issued to government officials, members of the Indian Armed Forces, members of the Indian diplomatic corps, and individuals representing the Indian government on official business or diplomatic missions. It is a "Type S" passport, S stands for Service.

Consular Assistance

Indian embassies and consulates offer vital consular services to Indian citizens abroad, including issuing, renewing, and replacing passports. They also provide crucial assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, illnesses, or legal matters. These diplomatic missions are essential support systems for Indian nationals traveling or living overseas, ensuring their safety and well-being while away from home. Their services are pivotal in addressing the needs and concerns of Indian citizens during their international travels or stays.

Emergency Travel Document (EC)

The Emergency Travel Document or Emergency Certificate (EC) is a one-way travel document issued to Indian citizens who have no valid travel documents and need to return to India on an emergency basis. EC is issued to those citizens of India to whom a new passport cannot be issued in an emergency in a short period of time. It allows the holder to travel back to India.

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in Australia

Besides Consulate General of India in Melbourne, Australia, India also has 4 representations in the following cities of Australia:


View All Diplomatic Missions of India in Australia

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of India in neighboring countries or regions of Australia.

See also

Australia in India

Australia has 5 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

  • Shrine of Remembrance (0.21 km away)

    Birdwood Ave, Melbourne VIC 3001, Australia

    Get Directions
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (0.76 km away)

    Birdwood Ave, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

    Get Directions
  • National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) (0.92 km away)

    180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3006, Australia

    Get Directions
  • Eureka Skydeck (1.14 km away)

    7 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

    Get Directions
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) (1.62 km away)

    Brunton Ave, Richmond VIC 3002, Australia

    Get Directions
  • Federation Square (1.42 km away)

    Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

    Get Directions

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