Q1. Who is the current Ambassador of Estonia at its embassy in India?

Ans: Ms Marje Luup is the current Ambassador of Estonia in India.

Q2. How to book an appointment at the Embassy of Estonia in India?

Ans: You can visit the official registration website of the Estonian Embassy to book your appointment.

Q3. When are the offices of the Embassy of Estonia and its Consulates closed to the public?

Ans: The Embassy of Estonia and its consular section are closed to the public on Indian and Estonian bank holidays.

Q4. How can I reach out to the Embassy of Estonia for visa-related questions?

Ans: You can send your visa-related questions to the Embassy of Estonia at its official email ID: consul.delhi[@]mfa.ee.

Estonia Embassy in India

Estonia and India share a historical connection that dates back to the 17th century. In 1837, Sanskrit began to be taught at the University of Tartu. While official diplomatic relations were established much later, the partnership has developed steadily. Estonia opened its resident Embassy in New Delhi in February 2012. Since then, the embassy has tried to keep the diplomatic ties strong and explore new areas of cooperation. Let us take a closer look at what the Estonia Embassy in India does, its location, and other important details about its consular offices.

Estonia Embassy Locations in India

Estonia has established an embassy and honorary consulates in India to manage diplomatic relations and consular services. Here are the cities where Estonia's offices are located.

Embassy/Consulate General	Location
Embassy of Estonia	✅New Delhi
Honorary Consulates of Estonia	✅Mumbai ✅Chennai ✅Bengaluru

India and Estonia Relations

India officially recognised Estonia as a sovereign country in 1991, after the fall of the Soviet Union. Since then, relations have grown across various important sectors.

TradeIn the last financial year, bilateral trade in goods between India and Estonia reached 137.49 million Euros (up to October 2024), while trade in services amounted to 84.5 million Euros (up to September 2024).
Business CollaborationsEstonia has strong expertise in information technology, cybersecurity, blockchain, and related technological fields, which offer growing opportunities for cooperation. Estonia is actively encouraging Indian IT companies to set up data centres there. Green-tech sectors such as green hydrogen and wind energy, along with fields like genetics, molecular biology, biotechnology, and life sciences, also offer scope for collaboration.
e-Residency and Start-up VisaAround 3,000 Indians have become e-residents of Estonia. Indians have started nearly 700 companies there, benefitting from e-Residency and Start-up Visa. In 2019, India was among the top three countries receiving Start-up Visas. 124 visas were given to employees and 40 to founders.
Cultural RelationsCultural exchanges between Estonia and India are pretty strong and varied. India offers scholarships through the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme. Tallinn University teaches Hindi and Indian philosophy, culture, and history. Estonian films have also participated in film festivals in India.

Services Offered By Estonia's Embassy and Consulates in India

Estonia's Embassy and Consulates in India provide the following services to Estonian citizens and Indian nationals.

Issue of Estonia VisaThe embassy issues Schengen visas for short-term visits and Long-Stay (D) visas for extended stays in Estonia. It handles appointment bookings, collects required forms and documents, and processes the Estonia visa applications.
Issue of Temporary Residence PermitIndividuals planning to stay in Estonia for more than one year for study or employment must apply for a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) through the embassy.
Emergency Help to EstoniansThe embassy and its consulates provide emergency help to Estonian citizens in India who are facing any urgent or critical situations.
Strengthening Bilateral RelationsThe embassy promotes strong ties between Estonia and India by facilitating high-level official visits and organising cultural and educational programs.

How to Contact the Estonian Embassy in India?

If you have any questions or requests, use the official contact information of the Slovenian Embassy or its consular offices in India.

Embassy/Honorary Consulates Location	Contact Details
New Delhi	Address: C-15, Malcha Marga, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, 110021 Contact Number: +91-1149488650 Email: embassy.delhi[@]mfa.ee Opening Hours: Consular section: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday by appointment. Visa infoline: Tuesday and Friday, 2.30 to 4.30 PM
Mumbai	Address: 404/405, A Wing, 4th Floor, Plot 36C, Turner Road, Bandra West, Mumbai, 400050 Contact Number: +91-2226517711 Email: consulmumbai.estonia[@]gmail.com
Bengaluru	Address: 6, M.G. Road, Mittal Towers, Block-B, 416, Bengaluru, 560001 Contact Number: +91-8025580081 Email: pravin[@]pkgexports.com
Chennai	Address: 15, 4th street, Vidhya Thirtha Nagar, Abiramapuram, Chennai, 600018 Contact Number: +91-4424985050 Email: gvelu[@]trivitron.com

Do You Need Estonia Travel Insurance?

Travel insurance is mandatory if you want to travel to Estonia as a tourist. A Schengen visa requires travel insurance with a cover of 30,000 Euros. Apart from being a legal requirement, travel insurance has many top benefits.

Covers Urgent Medical CostsMedical treatment in Estonia can be expensive. Travel insurance covers the cost of urgent medical care, including hospitalisation.
Enables Repatriation to IndiaOverseas travel insurance also covers the cost of repatriation to India during emergencies, including sudden death while travelling.
Covers Personal LiabilitiesIf you accidentally cause property damage or injury to any person in Estonia, your travel insurance policy can compensate for the legal liabilities.
Extendable Coverage With Add-onsTravel insurance policies provide various add-ons to extend coverage. These include Adventure Sports coverage and Home Burglary Coverage, among others.