This fact sheet is for UK nationals only. Please note if you are not a UK passport holder you will need to check with your relevant Country Embassy.
BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION IN INDIA
British High Commission New Delhi
Shantipath, Chanakyapuri
New Delhi 110021
India
Telephone: +91 (11) 2419 2100
www.gov.uk/contact-consulate-new-delhi
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
| Ambulance | 112 |
| Fire | 112 |
| Police | 112 |
BEFORE TRAVELLING
Before travelling please always check for up to date information. Up-to-date information for UK Nationals travelling can be found at UK and the world - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
- Safety and security
- Terrorism
- Local laws and customs
- Entry requirements
- Health
- Natural Disasters
- Money
COUNTRY FACTS
| Capital city | New Delhi |
| Language | Hindi (most widely spoken) 41%, Bengali 8%, Telugu 7%, Marathi 7%, Tamil 6%, Urdu 5%, Other, (including Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Oriya, Punjabi, Assamese, Maithili) 26%. English is the most important language for business, politics and commerce. |
| Currency | Indian Rupee |
| Phone Code | +91 |
| Internet Code | .in |
| Time Zone | UTC+5.5 (5.5 hours ahead of UK) |
| Drives on | Left |
| Plug Types | Type C, Type D, Type M |
| Drinking Water | Not safe to drink |
| Dominant Religion | Hindu 80%, Muslim 14%, Other, including Christian and Sikh 4% |
Significant Dates
| January 26 - Republic Day February 21 - Maha Shivaratri August 15 - Independence Day October 2 - Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday November 30 - Guru Nanak's Birthday December 25 - Christmas Day Ramadan- varies each year Diwali- Late autumn- varies each year |
