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For Indians abroad

Official consular links, student resources and ways to stay connected.

Sources reviewed: 17 September 2026 · Free to read

Find the right official starting point

Indians abroad, people of Indian origin and students may need different services. Start with the Ministry of External Affairs’ overseas Indian affairs information, then follow the service relevant to your situation.

MEA: overseas Indian affairs ↗

Locate an embassy or consulate

Use the official mission directory to find the Indian embassy or consulate responsible for your location. Its website is the place to check current notices, contact details and service instructions.

MEA: Indian missions abroad ↗

Consular grievances and student resources

The Ministry’s consular grievance page directs users to MADAD. Indian students overseas can also consult the Ministry’s student registration portal. Read the purpose and instructions before submitting personal information.

MEA: consular complaints and grievances ↗

MEA: student registration portal ↗

Stay connected through what you know

You can share experience with students, offer a career conversation or help a young founder understand an industry. Contact PLS Foundation with the subject you can help with, your availability and preferred language. We can discuss whether there is a suitable opportunity.

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