Delhi: An Expat and NRI Survival Guide (PDF)

Delhi or Dilli is India's first city. Delhi scores much better than all other Indian cities in terms of global connectivity and urban infrastructure. Several expats have chosen to live in Delhi and are doing flourishing business. Also, we have the returned NRIs who have moved to Delhi and its suburbs of Noida and Gurgaon.

The Delhi expat survival guide includes all regular information on finding a home, schooling options, weekend getaways, hospitals and medical care, tips on doing business and living in Delhi, the work culture and lifestyle, information resources and more. The suggestions from expat and NRI readers have been incorporated with more FAQs ranging from pets and vets, clothing, shopping hot spots, costs of travelling, dining out and more. Insights from expats about the way Indians work and how to survive the weather and beat the traffic makes interesting and informative reading.


1. Moving to Delhi

Planning to move to Delhi

About Visas



2. About the City

Is Delhi easily accessible from the rest of the World?

How would we describe Delhi?

What is different about Delhi?

How large is Delhi and approximately how many people live here?

Where is Delhi situated?

What is the weather like in Delhi?

Which is the best season to visit Delhi?

A very short history of a city that began centuries ago !!

Which are the landmarks of this city?

Characteristics Celebrations in the City



3. Infrastructure in Delhi

Housing

Moving

Utilities

Education

Medical

Transport

Hotels

Restaurants

Bars & Pubs



4. Other Aspects of Daily Life

At Work

Language

Shopping for your home and family

Opportunities for women

Recreation

Weekend getaways

Traveling in India

Security



5. Doing Business in Delhi

Is it sensible to do business in the city?

Expats speak

Taxation



6. Information Resources

Which are the top bookstores, online libraries etc?



7. Picture Reality

Popular places to meet expats in Delhi

Interviews with Expats and NRIs



8. References