Which visa do I need to travel in India?

You will need a tourist visa to attend our wedding in India. You can apply for an e-visa on the official Indian website https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html See travelandVisa section for more.

When should I submit my visa application?

Not more than 1 month before leaving to India. This is because you will have to enter the country before 1 month from receiving the visa. I usually take about a few days to get it. Visa costs about 10Euros/Dollars.

How can I commute in India?

The train network is well developped in India. You can book your ticket on :
- Make my trip
- Goibibo
- Amazon App
Every big town, has it own airport (Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta and so on.)
Regarding the taxis, you can use the applications Uber or Ola on your smartphone.

For flight, you can look directly in the websites you have in your home country. Otherwise some options in India are
- Skyscanner.in
- Kiwi.com/in

What can I wear for the marriage ?

Day 1 on Saturday: "French" marriage - Western attire

Day 2 on Sunday "Indian" marriage
There is no obligation to wear a traditionnal outfit.
Traditionaly, women wear Saris or Kurtis:

And the men wear Kurtas

For the boys: Kurtas

For the girls: Kurtis or Saris

Wedding shopping stores/brands
1. Manavar (indian mens wear)
2. Koskii (Indian men and women wear)
3. Angadi silks - saree
4. Varamahalakshmi silk - saree
5. P N Rao - mens suiting western
6. Raymonds - mens suiting western
7. Commercial Street location for all types of shopping

What should I not wear during the marriage?

One the 1st day, as the bride will in White, its better to avoid wearing white. For day 2, generally all colors can be worn. Some prefer not to wear black on the 2nd day.

Would it be possible for me to borrow any Indian wedding attire?

We realise that many of you would not like to buy any Indian clothes if you will only use it just once. Hence, for this sake, we could help you by lending you some clothes. However, please give us some notice in advance, so we could see what could be done.

Silent Shores CheckIn and Checkout time?

The guests staying at Silent Shores can checkin at 2pm and checkout at 11am.
There could be some flexibility on the times, which will be confirmed closer to the marriage dates.

Where is the marriage happening?

The marriage will take place on the resort Silent Shores in Mysore on 21st and 22nd of February. The official website is https://silentshoresresort.com/
Silent Shores Resort & Spa, #85-87, BEML Road, Hootagalli, Mysore 570018, Karnataka, India.
The closest airport is the one in Bangalore.

What vaccinations are required for travel to India?

For the Bangalore and Mysore region, you do not need any additional vaccinations other than those required in France
Depending on the regions you wish to visit, we invite you to consult the official website of the Pasteur Institute
https://www.pasteur.fr/fr/centre-medical/preparer-son-voyage/inde?emkfid=EMF-47706468391-k-sant%C3%A9%20inde-212284336206-bs&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=902031487&gbraid=0AAAAAD3JwGovyiUfyrFPnZH01r6Uec2q8&gclid=CjwKCAjwtfvEBhAmEiwA-DsKjtaGS2_ArnJBWm7BxymdaQ_HVzuKxGn68HVh8d0LAiP4DkYs0iOepxoCh5MQAvD_BwE

What would be the weather in Feb in Mysore?

Sunny, around 26 to 34°C

What about the water and the food ?

Regarding the water, you should not drink the tap water. It is advised to buy water bottles. About the food, be aware the dishes can be very spicy!!!!

Food delivery apps

1. Zomato
2. Swiggy
3. Zepto cafe

Shopping for Essentials

grocery, medicines, fruits and vegetables (no cigrettes or alcohol)
1. Blinkit
2. Zepto
3. Instamart Swiggy

What should you take in your suitcase?

Sunscreen, cap, passeport, visa
Light outfits
Mosquito repellent