Visa Requirements
Those traveling for ACODS 2018 at Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex,
Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad- 500058, Telangana, India will need to apply for a
Conference Visa. To obtain one from the relevant Indian Embassy the
participant needs:
 A letter of invitation to the conference from the General Chair – Please drop
in a mail to Dr. A K Sarkar: [email protected] or [email protected]
If you need relevant copies of permissions from Indian Government Agencies for
the staging of a particular conference, please do mention this in your request for
the invite.
It is advisable to apply for Visas well in advance, but not earlier than 3 months
before the date of the Conference; in this case early November 2017 is ideal.
Foreign visitors entering India must possess a passport valid for at least 6 months
after their date of entry into India; there may be exception, however, in the case of
citizens from Bhutan and Nepal.
The list of Indian diplomatic missions overseas can be consulted at
http://www.mea.gov.in/indian-missions-abroad.htm
Many Indian embassies and consulates have outsourced their visa processing
services to VFS Global:
http://www.vfsglobal.com
Visa application forms may be downloaded from either of the above links.
In India, INR is the only legal currency allowed in financial transactions. So, visitors
are advised to carry sufficient funds in INR for basic expenses and to only transact
with merchants in INR. However, many merchants in Hyderabad do accept all
major credit cards.
INR can also be obtained at various foreign exchange vendors at all the
International Airports (upon arrival). It is advised that any participant converting
foreign currency into INR should retain the transaction advice for these
conversions. Similarly, it is advised to retain transaction slips for withdrawal of cash
in INR from ATMs. These transaction advices and slips are required to convert any
left-over INR into foreign currencies before departing from India.
How to reach to Venue: Leonia Holistic Destination, Hyderabad, INDIA
Leonia Holistic Destination
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Ranga Reddy District,
Secunderabad Club
Hyderabad 500 078, India.
Trimulgherry Junction
Alwal Rythu Bazaar
Phone us: +91 40 6640 0000
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Secunderabad Railway Station
Travel Time:
45 minutes
Distance:
15 miles (24 kilometers)
International Airport
Travel Time:
50 minutes
Distance:
50 miles (79 kilometers)
Transportation
Leonia offers its guests a number of transportation options, including private airport
transfers, taxi and Audi cars for rent with personalized Chauffeur.
Travel in style when staying with us, you may either book your transfers in the fleets
of Audi A8s & A4s; or perhaps let us take you on a sightseeing tour or just commute
between the destination and to your office.
Groups are also offered a choice to enjoy the comfort of local travel either in an air
conditioned luxury mini bus or coach, which offers ample space to relax while you
are on the move.
Airport Connections:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is well connected with all major domestic and
international carriers. Travel time to the Leonia Holistic Destination from the airport
is around 75 minutes on the state highway. Should you require an airport pick-up,
please contact Leonia directly during your advance booking of accommodation or at
least five hours in advance of your actual arrival time. All you need to do is, simply
provide us with your choice of vehicle, airline name, flight number, and expected
time of arrival. Our airport representatives, will be available at the airport to
provide you with any assistance you may require.
Leonia Transfers:
Airport pick-up and drop can be arranged with prior booking
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By Any Sedan @ Rs 2500 (up to 3 guests)
By Toyota's Innova @ Rs 3000 (up to 5 guests)
By Honda's Accord @ Rs 4000 (up to 3 guests)
By Audi: A4 @ Rs 5500 (up to 3 guests)
By Audi: A6 @ Rs 7500 (up to 3 guests)
By Audi: A8 @ Rs 9500 (up to 3 guests)
Apart from the above, other categories of vehicles can be arranged and the rates
are made available on request only.
Note: Prices mentioned are per car and only for one way, i.e., either from Airport to
Destination or vice versa and are exclusive of any applicable taxes and charges.
Leonia resort website www.leonia.in
Route Map given below
How to reach Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Hyderabad
Hyderabad is very well connected by road, and to all major cities/towns in South
India by regular bus & train services. It has an international airport, and has regular
flights to all over world.
The Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex-2 (RCI lab) is approximately 15 Kms/20
mins and Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex-1 (DRDL, ASL labs) is
approximately 25 km/40 mins away from the airport/railway junction/central
bus-stand, and is on the Hyderabad-Srisailam Highway. There are a number of
shuttle buses from the city area to the D R D L (approximate fare is INR 50 oneway). One may also engage radio cabs (approximate fare is INR 500 one-way). It
takes about 30-40 minutes to reach the DRDL Campus.