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1. Service of e-Visa involves a completely online application for which no facilitation is required by any intermediary/agent etc. Applicants are also advised to be careful of fraudulent websites offering e-visa services for India and only use the Government of India portal which is https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html .

It may be noted that Consulate does not process e-visas and any inquiries in this regard will need to be made directly on the e-visa portal.

In case if you stuck somewhere or face any problem please contact e visa help desk i.e.

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2. International travelers whose sole objective for visiting India is recreation, sightseeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives, attending a short term yoga programme, medical treatment including treatment under Indian systems of medicine, business purpose, as attendant to e-Medical visa holder, attending a conference/ seminar/ workshop organized by a Ministry or Department of the Government of India, State Governments or UT Administrations etc. & their subordinate/ attached organizations & PSUs and no other purpose/activity, can apply for e-Visa.

3. e-Visa has 7 sub-categories viz. e-Tourist Visa (for 30 days/01 year/ 05 years), e-Business Visa, e-Medical Visa, e-Medical Attendant Visa, e-Ayush Visa, e-Ayush Attendant visa and e-Conference Visa . A foreigner (other than those applying for e-Conference Visa) will be allowed to club activities permitted under these categories. Foreigners applying for e-Conference visa will be permitted to club the activities permitted under e-Tourist visa only (validity co-terminus with e-Conference Visa only i.e. 30 days). Only two e-Medical Attendant Visas will be granted against one e- Medical Visa.

4. For e-Tourist and e-Business visa, Applicants may apply online minimum 4 days in advance of the date of arrival.

5. For e-Medical, e-Medical Attendant and e-Conference visa, Applicants may apply online minimum 4 days in advance of the date of arrival with a window of 120 days. Example: If you are applying on 1st Sept then applicant can select arrival date from 5th Sept to 2nd Jan.

6. Recent front facing photograph with white background and photo page of Passport containing personal details like name, date of birth, nationality, expiry date etc are to be uploaded mandatory by the applicant. Additionally one more document depending upon the e-Visa type would also be required to be uploaded. The application is liable to be rejected if the uploaded documents and photograph are not clear / as per specification.

7. The revised fee structure for e-Tourist visa is as under:-

8. Bank transaction charges of 2.5% will be charged additionally on applicable e-Visa fees. The fee must be paid at least 4 days before the expected date of travel otherwise application will not be processed.

9. e-Visa fee once submitted is non-refundable as the fee is for processing of the application and is not dependent on either Grant or Rejection of Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).Applicant should carry a copy of Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) along with him/her at the time of travel. Please confirm that your ETA status is shown as 'GRANTED' on this website prior to commencement of your journey.

10. Biometric details of the applicant will be mandatorily captured at Immigration on arrival in India. e-Visa is non-extendable, non-convertible & not valid for visiting Protected/Restricted and Cantonment Areas. If you intend to visit Protected/Restricted/Cantonment areas, you would require prior permission from the Civil Authority.

11. The e-Visa fee payment status updation may take up to 2 hours due to technical reasons/network delays. Before re-applying, the applicants are requested to wait for 2 hours for payment status updating, after final submission of the application form and payment of the fee. In cases, where e-Visa fee has been deducted but status is not updated, the applicants are advised to verify their payment status by clicking on 'Verify Payment/Pay Visa Fee' tab or by clicking on the link Verify Payment.

12. Nationals of Yellow Fever affected countries or travellers arriving from these countries must carry YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION CARD at the time of arrival in India, otherwise they may be quarantined for 6 days upon arrival in India.

13. You must travel on the Passport which you have applied for eVisa. Entry will be allowed into India on the new passport even if ETA has been issued on the old passport, however in such cases a traveler must carry the old passport on which ETA was issued.

14. The documents required for completing the eVisa application is indicated against each type of eVisa. Please keep all these documents ready at hand before beginning to fill your eVisa application. All documents including Business cards, Invitation letters etc. must be in English language, failing which the application would be liable for rejection. The entire process may take 10 to 15 minutes to complete the application and make the payment. Applicants must be fill eVisa application himself/herself and give correct information in each column and take responsibility for the correctness of information provided.

1. E-Visa has been made available by the Government of India to citizens of certain countries, including the United States of America. Details of the scheme are available on the dedicated website created for this purpose: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

2. International travellers whose sole objective for visiting India is recreation, sightseeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives, attending a short term yoga programme, medical treatment including treatment under Indian systems of medicine, business purpose, as attendant to e-Medical visa holder, attending a conference/ seminar/ workshop organized by a Ministry or Department of the Government of India, State Governments or UT Administrations etc. & their subordinate/ attached organizations & PSUs and no other purpose/activity, can apply for e-Visa.

3. e-Visa has 5 sub-categories viz. e-Tourist Visa (for 30 days/01 year/ 05 years), e-Business Visa , e-Medical Visa , e-Medical Attendant Visa and e-Conference Visa . A foreigner (other than those applying for e-Conference Visa) will be allowed to club activities permitted under these categories. Foreigners applying for e-Conference visa will be permitted to club the activities permitted under e-Tourist visa only (validity co-terminus with e-Conference Visa only i.e. 30 days). Only two e-Medical Attendant Visas will be granted against one e- Medical Visa.

6. Recent front facing photograph with white background and photo page of Passport containing personal details like name, date of birth, nationality, expiry date etc are to be uploaded mandatorily by the applicant. Additionally one more document depending upon the e-Visa type would also be required to be uploaded. The application is liable to be rejected if the uploaded documents and photograph are not clear / as per specification.

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All visitors to India require a visa , except for citizens of neighboring Nepal and Bhutan. Visitors must either apply for a regular visa or an e-Visa (citizens of Japan and South Korea can also get a visa on arrival at six major airports in India). The e-Visa is hassle-free to obtain, and will be suitable for most tourists. Here's what you need to know about it.

Latest News as of September 2019

Three types of e-Tourist visas are now available with validity of one-month, one-year and five-years. The one-month e-Tourist Visa permits two entries. The one-year and five-year e-Tourist visas allow multiple entries but are subject to limitations on length of continuous stay. The fee for the one-year e-Tourist Visa has been reduced, while the fee for the new one-month e-Tourist Visa is discounted during the off-peak summer season from April to September.

The Indian government introduced a tourist visa on arrival scheme on January 1, 2010. It was initially trialed for citizens of five countries. Subsequently, a year later, it was extended to include a total of 11 countries. And, from April 15, 2014 it was extended to include South Korea.

Effective November 27, 2014, this visa on arrival scheme was replaced by an online Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) scheme. It has been implemented in phases and progressively made available to more countries.

In April 2015, the scheme was renamed "e-Tourist Visa" by the Indian government, to remove confusion over the previous ability to get a visa on arrival without applying in advance.

In April 2017, the scheme was further extended to passport holders of 158 countries (up from 150 countries).

The Indian government has also widened the scope of the visa scheme to include short duration medical treatment and yoga courses, and casual business visits and conferences. Previously, these required separate medical/student/business visas.

The aim is to make getting an Indian visa easier, and to bring more business people and medical tourists into the country.

To facilitate this change, in April 2017, the "e-Tourist Visa" scheme became known as "e-Visa". Furthermore, it was divided into three categories:

e-Tourist Visa
e-Business Visa
e-Medical Visa

Two additional categories—e-Medical Attendant Visa and e-Conference Visa—have since been added. Up to two e-Medical Attendant visas will be granted against one e-Medical Visa.

The visa categories can be clubbed together. However, e-Conference visas are only permitted to be clubbed with e-Tourist visas.

Be sure to research the different types of Indian visas .

Who is Eligible for an E-Visa?

Passport holders of the following 165 countries: Albania, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Benin, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Cayman Island, Chile, China, Hong Kong, Macau, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cote D'lvoire, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, El Salvador, Eritrea, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Mali, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger Republic, Niue Island, Norway, Oman, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Saint Christopher and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Island, Tuvalu, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, USA, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City-Holy See, Venezuela, Vietnam, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

However, do note that if your parents or grandparents were born in or lived in Pakistan, you will be ineligible to get an e-Visa even if you're a citizen of the above countries. You will have to apply for a normal visa.

What is the Procedure for Obtaining an E-Visa?

Applications must be made online at this website, no less than four days and no more than 30 days before the date of travel (for a 30-day tourist e-visa). A sample form with screen shots can be downloaded here .

As well as entering you travel details, you will need to upload a photograph of yourself with a white background that meets the specifications listed on the website, and the photo page of your passport that shows your personal details. Your passport will need to be valid for at least six months. Additional documents may be required depending on the type of e-Visa required.

Following this, pay the fee online with your debit or credit card. You will receive an Application ID and the ETA will be sent to you via email within three to five days (often earlier). The status of your application can be checked here . Make sure it shows "GRANTED" before you travel.

You will need to have a copy of the ETA with you when you arrive in India, and present it at the immigration counter at the airport. An immigration officer will stamp your passport with your e-Visa for entry into India. Your biometric data will also be captured at this time.

You should have a return ticket and enough money to spend during your stay in India.

What are the Fees?

The visa fees depend on the nature of the reciprocal relationship between India and each country. Citizens of some countries can get visas free of cost. There are also differing fees for e-Tourists visas and other types of e-Visas. The details can be found in this e-Tourist Visa Fee Chart and Fee Chart for Other E-Visa Types .

Citizens of the following countries are entitled to free visas:

Argentina, Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, Myanmar, Nauru, Niue Island, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uruguay and Vanuatu.

Citizens of all other countries, except Japan, now pay the same fees for e-Tourist visas. These are as follows:

One-month e-Tourist Visa (April to June): $10.
One-month e-Tourist Visa (remainder of the year) : $25
One-year e-Tourist Visa : $40.
Five-year e-Tourist Visa : $80.

Japanese citizens only pay $25 for one-year and five-year e-Tourist visas.

The fees for other types of e-Visas are as follows:

$100 Citizens of US, UK, Russia, Ukraine and Mozambique.
$80 : Citizens of the majority of countries including Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Jordan, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
$25: Citizens of Japan, Singapore and Sri Lanka.

In addition to the visa fee, a bank charge of 2.5% of the fee must be paid.

How Long is the Visa Valid For?

The one-month e-Tourist Visa is valid for 30 days from the date of arrival in India, with two entries permitted. One-year and five-year e-Tourist visas are valid for 365 days from the date the ETA is granted, with multiple entries permitted.

E-Business visas are valid for one year from the date the ETA is granted, with multiple entries permitted.

E-Medical and e-Medical Attendant visas are valid for 60 days from the date of arrival in India. E-Conference visas are only valid for 30 days from the date of arrival. Three entries are permitted on e-Medical visas and e-Medical Attendant visas. Only one entry is permitted on e-Conference visas. The visas are non-extendable and non-convertible.

How Long Can You Stay in India?

It's important to note that although your e-Tourist Visa may be valid for one year or five years, this doesn't mean you can stay in India continuously for the whole time. The length of continuous stay must not be longer than 90 days—except for citizens of US, UK, Japan and Canada. Citizens of these countries can stay for up to 180 days at a time.

Citizens of all countries can stay in India for up to 180 days continuously on an e-Business visa.

Which Indian Entry Points Accept E-Visas?

You can now enter at the following 28 international airports in India : Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bangalore, Bhubaneshwar, Calicut, Chennai, Chandigarh, Kochi, Coimbatore, Delhi, Gaya, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Mangalore, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Pune, Tiruchirapalli, Trivandrum, Varanasi, and Vishakhapatnam.

You can also enter at the following five designated seaports: Kochi, Goa, Mangalore, Mumbai, Chennai.

In addition, separate immigration desks and help counters have been set up to assist medical tourists at Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad airports.

Once you have the e-Visa, you can leave India (and return) through any immigration point.

How Often Can You Get an E-Visa?

You can apply as often as you want. The limit on the number of times in a calendar year has been removed.

Visiting Protected/Restricted Areas with Your E-Visa

The e-Visa is not valid for entry into areas such as Arunachal Pradesh in Northeast India, by itself. You'll need to obtain a separate Protected Area Permit (PAP) or Inner Line Permit (ILP), depending on the requirements of the particular area. This can be done in India after you arrive, using your e-Visa. You don't need to hold a regular tourist visa to be able to apply for a PAP. Your travel or tour agent can take care of the arrangements for you. If you're planning on visiting Northeast India, you can read more about permit requirements here.

Need Help with Your Application?

Call +91-11-24300666 or email [email protected]

Important: Scams to be Aware of

When applying for your e-Visa, do be aware that a number of commercial websites have been created to look similar to the government of India's official website, and they claim to provide online visa services to tourists. These websites include but are not limited to:

e-visaindia.com
e-touristvisaindia.com
indianvisaonline.org.in

The websites do not belong to the government of India and they will charge you hefty service fees.

Expediting Your E-Visa

If you do need to get your e-Visa in a hurry, iVisa.com offers 24-hour and 2-day processing times. However, this comes at a price— $100 for 24-hours, and $65 for 2-days. Their standard fee for a 4-day processing time is $35. These fees are all additional to the e-Visa fee. The company is legitimate and reliable though.

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How To Apply & Get An Indian e-Visa Online

India has some amazing architecture and natural sights, with famous landmarks like the Taj Mahal in Agra, and snow capped mountains in the Himalayas.

Most nationalities (except for Bhutanese and Nepali citizens) will need a visa to visit India, which is given in the form of an electronic Indian visa (eVisa) since November 2014.

This guide explains everything about how to get an Indian tourist visa using the e-Visa India website! I wrote it in 2019 and last updated it in 2024.

I went through this process as a tourist, but the process on the e-Visa India website is very similar for the other visa categories as well.

What Is The India eVisa?

The Indian e-Visa is for visitors coming to India on a short term trip for sightseeing, visiting friends or relatives, short term medical treatment or casual business related things.

The 5 eVisa types are as follows: e-Tourist, e-Business, e-Medical, e-Medical Attendant, or e-Conference.

The eVisa is valid for 30 days, 1 year, or 5 years from the date of your arrival in India, and it’s a double entry visa (for e-Tourist or e-Business), single entry visa (e-Conference), or triple entry visa (e-Medical). It’s non-extendable and non-convertible.

You can apply and pay online anywhere from 4 to 120 days in advance of your date of arrival in India, but no later than 4 days prior to arrival, otherwise the application will not be processed.

The eVisa is valid for entry through 26 designated airports and 5 seaports in India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, and Goa. The full list of airports and seaports permitted for the India eVisa can be found here (click the Instructions For Applicant link on the left side).

Who Is The eVisa Available To?

The eVisa is available to US citizens and those of 170+ other places , and the fee depends on your country/territory.

The current fee for American citizens and other countries can be found in their full list of fees by country on the website .

An additional bank transaction charge of 2.5% may be applicable on the eVisa India online website.

The visa fee is non-refundable, even if for some reason your application is rejected.

How Can I Get The India eVisa?

The visa process may sound complicated, but don’t worry, it’s actually pretty simple! Here it is broken down in 4 short steps:

1. Apply Online. You will need to submit an application with a personal photo and passport page.
2. Pay Visa Fee. Credit or debit cards (or Paypal) are accepted for online payment.
3. Receive e-Visa. The visa will be sent to you by email.
4. Visit India. You will need to print the India eVisa and carry it with you at the time of travel.

Before You Apply For The Indian e-Visa

It’s important to fill out your visa application completely and accurately, otherwise it may be rejected.

Before applying on the eVisa India website, make sure of the following:

Passport Validity. Your passport should have >6 months validity
Visa Pages. Your passport should have at least 2 blank visa pages for stamping
Sufficient Funds. You should have enough money for your stay in India (this is rarely questioned), and also a return ticket or onward ticket.

You will also need to have the following items on your computer:

Personal Photo. This should be a recent, clear photo of your face with a white background. JPEG format is required.
Passport Photo. This should be your main passport page with your name, date of birth, nationality, etc. PDF format is required. If you need help changing your passport image to a PDF, you can use the following website: https://smallpdf.com .

Note: If you’re applying for an e-Business or e-Medical visa, in addition to the above you will also need a copy of the business card (for the e-Business visa) or a copy of the letter from the hospital concerned in India on its letterhead (for the e-Medical visa).

How To Apply For The India eVisa (Indian Tourist Visa)

When you’re ready to proceed, you can begin your visa application at the Indian government’s official eVisa website:

https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

THIS IS IMPORTANT. There are other websites circulating on the internet that mimic this one or pretend to grant speedy visas, but those are often scams and they will take your money. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER WEBSITE.

I’ve provided some photos below as EXAMPLES to guide you through the application, but these are not from my actual eVisa submission. In other words, the addresses and other data I used in the images below are only examples. With that said, the pages you see in your visa application will resemble the ones shown in these images.

If anything has changed in the application process since this guide was written, please let me know in the comments at the bottom of this page and I will update the guide ASAP. I will do my best to keep this entire page up to date.

To begin your visa application, click the button circled in red that says Apply here for e-visa .

Visa Application Page 1

E-visa application.

Passport Type*: Select Ordinary Passport Nationality*: Select your country from the dropdown list Port Of Arrival*: Select the airport you will be flying into Date Of Birth*: Email ID*: Re-enter Email ID*: Expected Date Of Arrival*: Visa Service*: Select from the list, and then choose an activity that best fits your trip to India Please Enter Above Text*: Enter the captcha code given

(Items above marked with * are required.)

India e-Visa online application guide and steps on page 1

Page 1 of the Indian visa online application on the eVisa India website. Very straightforward.

After selecting continue, if you’re applying for the Indian tourist visa (e-Tourist), then a small message will appear: “The following documents are required to be submitted. 1) Photograph. 2) Passport.” Select OK.

(For some reason the photo dimensions here state 2″ x 2″ but when you come to the actual uploader, the correct minimum dimensions will be 350 x 350 pixels. You’ll use the latter. Side note: separate messages may appear for Business/Medical eVisa applications.)

India eVisa application guide and steps on page 1

You can ignore this message on the Indian visa application and click OK.

You have now arrived at the second page of the Indian visa online application form. It’s a good idea to write down the Temporary Application ID because it will be required if you have issues or need to come back to your application later.

Visa Application Page 2

Applicant details form.

Surname: Exactly as in your passport Given Name*: Exactly as in your passport Have You Ever Changed Your Name?* If yes, click the box and give details Gender*: Date Of Birth: Automatically filled in Town/City Of Birth*: Country Of Birth*: Citizenship/National ID No*: If not applicable, type NA Religion*: Visible Identification Marks*: List any tattoos if you have them, otherwise put NONE Education*: Nationality: Automatically filled in Did You Acquire Nationality By Birth Or By Naturalization?* Select yours Have You Lived For At Least Two Years In The Country Where You Are Applying Visa?* Select yes or no

Passport Details

Passport Number*: Place Of Issue*: Whatever nationality is on your passport Date Of Issue*: Date Of Expiry*: Any Other Valid Passport/Identity Certificate (IC) Held?* Yes or no. If yes, give details

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Page 2 of the e-Visa India application form. Personal identification details.

Visa Application Page 3

Applicant’s address details.

House No./Street*: Village/Town/City*: Country*: State/Province/District*: Postal/ZIP Code*: Phone No.*: One phone number is required Mobile No.: Email Address: Automatically filled in Click Here For Same Address*: Click here if your permanent address is the same address as above, and then it will be applied.

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Page 3 of the Indian visa online. Personal address details.

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Father’s details.

Name*: Nationality*: Previous Nationality: Leave blank if it never changed. Place Of Birth*: Use the state/province/district of birth if you don’t know the town/city Country Of Birth*:

Mother’s Details

Name*: Nationality*: Previous Nationality: Leave blank if it never changed. Place Of Birth*: Use the state/province/district of birth if you don’t know the town/city Country Of Birth*:

Applicant’s Marital Status: Select whether you’re single or married. If married (or separated but not divorced), enter your spouse’s details. If divorced, just select single. Were Your Parents/Grandparents (Paternal/Maternal) Pakistan Nationals Or Belong To Pakistan Held Area? Select yes or no

Profession / Occupation Details Of Applicant

Present Occupation*: Select your occupation from the dropdown list. If it’s something else, select ‘Others’ and then enter it. The image below gives an example. Employer Name/Business*: Designation: Address*: Phone: Past Occupation, If Any: Are/Were You In A Military/Semi-Military/Police/Security Organization?* Select yes or no. If yes, a dropdown will appear asking for the following: Organisation, Designation, Rank and Place Of Posting.

Page 3 (continued). Family and occupation details for the Indian visa online.

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Details of visa sought.

Type Of Visa: Automatically filled in Visa Service: Automatically filled in Places To Be Visited*: Enter any cities or areas (e.g. Delhi) you will be visiting in India Places To Be Visited Line 2: Duration Of Visa: Automatically filled in No. Of Entries: Automatically filled in Port Of Arrival In India: Automatically filled in Expected Port Of Exit From India*: Select the correct airport from the dropdown

Previous Visa/Currently Valid Visa Details

Have You Ever Visited India Before?* Select yes or no. If yes, enter the name and address of the place you stayed previously. Cities In India Visited*: Enter details from previous visits Last Indian Visa No/Currently Valid Indian Visa*: If your previous visit was with an eVisa, the number will be written on the stamp given in passport. If you don’t know the number, type unknown. Type Of Visa*: Tourist Place Of Issue*: United States (if it was a regular visa). Enter the airport name in India if it was an eVisa. Date Of Issue*: The date it was issued. For an eVisa, you can use the date of entry from the stamp on your passport, or possibly in your email. Has Permission To Visit Or To Extend Stay In India Previously Been Refused?* Select yes or no. Hopefully the answer is no

Other Information

Countries Visited In Last 10 Years: List any countries you’ve recently visited. I didn’t have room to list all of them, so I included a partial list. This field is not mandatory.

SAARC Country Visit Details

Have You Visited SAARC Countries (Except Your Own Country) During Last 3 Years?*: The list of SAARC countries can be found in the dropdown list.

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Page 4 of the eVisa application. Your travel details.

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Reference Name In India*: Your accommodation details will work Address*: For a hotel this can usually be found on Google Maps or the listing at Booking.com or Agoda.com Phone*: For a hotel this can usually be found on their website or on Google Maps Reference Name In Home Country*: A relative or friend will work Address*: Phone*:

Page 4 (continued). Travel and reference details.

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Additional question details.

Have You Ever Been Arrested/Prosecuted/Convicted By Court Of Law Of Any Country?* Yes or no
Have You Ever Been Refused Entry/Deported By Any Country Including India?* Yes or no
Have You Ever Been Engaged In Human Trafficking / Drug Trafficking / Child Abuse / Crime Against Women / Economic Offense / Financial Fraud?* Yes or no
Have You Ever Been Engaged In Cyber Crime / Terrorist Activities / Sabotage / Espionage / Genocide / Political Killing / Other Act Of Violence?* Yes or no
Have You Ever By Any Means Or Medium, Expressed Views That Justify Or Glorify Terrorist Violence Or That May Encourage Others To Terrorist Acts Or Other Serious Criminal Acts?* Yes or no
Have You Sought Asylum (Political Or Otherwise) In Any Country?* Yes or no

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Page 5 of the Indian visa online application. Background questions.

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Upload photograph.

At this point you will be asked to upload a personal photo.

If you need to come back and do this later, you can save and exit the application (but make sure to write down the Temporary Application ID because it will be required if you want to reuse your application later).

The photo format will need to be JPEG, with a minimum size of 10 KB and a maximum size of 1 MB. Minimum dimensions are 350 pixels wide x 350 pixels high. The personal photo needs to be recent and front facing, with a white background.

The picture needs to be a clear photo of your face. You can get these done at places like Walgreens, for example. Unfortunately you cannot crop your passport photo to use for this, it needs to be a separate photo.

It’s important to follow all of these specifications and rules, otherwise your eVisa India application may be rejected. Click choose file and navigate to the photo you want to choose; then click upload photo .

After uploading the photo, you’re given an opportunity to crop the photo or upload it again if you’d like.

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Page 6 of the Indian visa online guide. Upload your personal photo.

Visa Application Page 7

Upload passport.

Next, you will be asked to upload a copy of your passport page.

This should be the photo page with personal details like name, date of birth, nationality, expiration date, etc. It should match the passport details entered in your eVisa application.

The file should be in PDF format with a minimum size of 10 KB and a maximum size of 300 KB. If you need help changing your passport file from an image to a PDF, you can use the following website: https://smallpdf.com .

Again, it’s important to follow all of the specifications and rules, otherwise your eVisa application may be rejected. Click choose file and navigate to the PDF file you want to choose; then click upload document .

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Page 7 of the Indian visa online guide. Upload your passport.

Verification & Payment

After submitting your passport upload, the next page will ask you to confirm ALL of the previous details from your Indian e-Visa application.

Look these over thoroughly to make sure you entered everything correctly, because this will be your last chance to edit anything. Once you verify and continue, you will be brought to the visa payment page.

At this point, you can pay for the visa now or later. Follow the instructions on the page for either option. You should also write down the visa Application ID so you can access the application again.

You can pay with international credit or debit cards, or you can make your visa payment with Paypal. I used Paypal and I would recommend this. It was easy to process.

If you don’t have a Paypal account, then the next best option is probably using your card via the Axis option.

After submission and payment, you will get an email from the Indian government saying that your Indian visa online application was submitted successfully and will take 72 hours for processing.

Generally you will hear back in much quicker time; in my case the Indian visa application was processed and granted in under 24 hours.

You MUST print the email you receive containing the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) and present it to the immigration officer when you arrive in India. I would recommend printing and bringing at least two copies.

The government of India emphasizes that you should also track your application and make sure that the status says granted on the official eVisa India website ( same link as above ) before making your journey to India.

What If My India Visa Is Rejected?

If your India visa is rejected, don’t worry. You can apply again, and there’s no minimum amount of time you have to wait before re-applying for a visa. If the online system allows you to re-apply, then you can go ahead and do it when you’re ready.

However, it’s important to find out why you were rejected so you can fix it in your next application. Unfortunately a reason is not always given, but generally the most common reasons for India visas being rejected are simple errors like typos, wrong dates, or wrong photo specifications.

When reapplying, you’ll be faced with this question: “Has permission to visit or to extend stay in India previously been refused?”

How you answer this question will depend on why you were rejected in your first application. If it was a simple clerical error like a wrong date or wrong photo specifications, then I would answer no, because you weren’t actually refused a visa for visiting India due to being ineligible for some reason, you only made a minor mistake in the submission process that can easily be corrected.

Good luck and happy travels!

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3. e-Visa has 5 sub-categories viz. e-Tourist Visa (for 30 days/01 year/ 05 years), e-Business Visa, e-Medical Visa, e-Medical Attendant Visa and e-Conference Visa. A foreigner (other than those applying for e-Conference Visa) will be allowed to club activities permitted under these categories. Foreigners applying for e-Conference visa will be permitted to club the activities permitted under e-Tourist visa only (validity co-terminus with e-Conference Visa only i.e. 30 days). Only two e-Medical Attendant Visas will be granted against one e- Medical Visa.

4. For e-Tourist and e-Business visa, Applicants may apply online minimum 4 days in advance of the date of arrival.

6. Recent front facing photograph with white background and photo page of Passport containing personal details like name, date of birth, nationality, expiry date etc are to be uploaded mandatorily by the applicant. Additionally one more document depending upon the e-Visa type would also be required to be uploaded. The application is liable to be rejected if the uploaded documents and photograph are not clear / as per specification.

7. The revised fee structure for e-Tourist visa is as under:-

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Passport used by the applicant should have at least six-months validity from the date of arrival in India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for stamping by the Immigration Officer on arrival.

The applicant must travel on the passport on which e-Visa has been applied. Entry into India will be allowed on a new passport even if the e-Visa has been granted on the old passport. However, in such cases, the traveler must also carry the old passport on which the e-Visa has been granted.

International Travelers should have return ticket or onward journey ticket, with sufficient money to spend during his/her stay in India.

International Travelers having a Pakistani Passport or are of Pakistani origin may please apply for regular Visa at the Indian Mission.

E-Visa is not available to Diplomatic/Official Passport Holders or Laissez-passer travel document holders.

E-Visa is not available to individuals endorsed on Parent's/Spouse's Passport i.e. each individual should have a separate passport.

E-Visa is not available to International Travel Document Holders.

Applicants requiring help regarding e-Visa may call the 24X7 helpline number (+91-11-24300666) or send an email to [email protected] for any queries.

The e-Visa facility is in addition to the existing Visa services being provided through Indian Embassy and Consulates.

Advisory : The applicant may note that the Embassy/Consulate does not process e-visas and any enquiries in this regard will need to be made directly on the e-visa portal. Service of e-Visa involves a completely online application for which no facilitation is required by any intermediary / agent etc. Applicants are, therefore, advised to be cautious and for any clarification, please contact [email protected] Applicants are also advised to be careful of fraudulent websites offering e-visa services for India and only use the Government of India portal which is https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

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Press Release - Reduction in E-Tourist Visa Fees

In order to promote tourism, the Government of India has decided to reduce the e-Tourist Visa fees for nationals of several countries, including the United States, as per details given below:-

(i) The fee for one-year e-Tourist Visa has been reduced from US$80 to US$40;

(ii) A 30-day e-Tourist Visa has been introduced with a fee of US$25, which will be applicable during the months from July to March;

(iii) During the April to June period, the fee for a 30-day e-Tourist Visa has been further reduced from US$25 to US$10;

(iv) The fee for a Five-year e-Tourist Visa would be US$80.

The procedure for e-Tourist Visa application remains the same as per details available at https://indianvisaonline.gov. in/evisa/tvoa.html .

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How to Get Your India E Tourist Visa | Step-by-Step Guide

Find out how to get your India E Tourist visa in this step by step guide, which walks you through how, where and when to apply, evisa India FAQ’s, and everything about the India e visa service you need to know.

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Applying for your E Visa for India

Planning a trip to India can be an exciting and overwhelming process – but thankfully getting your Indian visa is not nearly as stressful as it used to be.

There are two types of visa for India – the regular sticker/paper visa that needs to be obtained in person, or, the E-visa. In this guide I’ll cover the ins and outs of getting an Indian E visa for tourism to India. There is no visa on arrival in India for the vast majority of nationalities.

The easiest way to apply for your Indian tourist visa is online, and from repeated personal experience, I’ve found the process to be simple, quick and relatively pain-free. You can forget about any visions of long queues at embassies – if you go the electronic visa for India route at least!

However, there are some important things to know when it comes to getting your e tourist visa India application submitted and accepted on time. In my India travel planning Facebook group , I see frequent questions about how to fill into the fields on the form correctly and when the right time is to apply for your tourist visa to India – I’ll cover all of these below, as well as troubleshooting some of the common issues.

Disclaimer: Soul Travel India are not visa agents and do not offer visa advice. This guide is solely to provide practical help with the filling E-visa forms based on my own personal experiences. Information relating to visas can change quickly; please validate with official sources such as your country’s government travel advice for India.

India Tourist Visa Update (March 2022)

In March 2020, all visas for foreigners travelling to India were suspended and an international flight ban was imposed in response to the pandemic. As of March 2022 , all tourism visas are being issued again, and previously issued multi-year tourist visas have been reinstated .

Once again, nationals of 156 countries are eligible to apply for tourism e-visas to India of up to 5 years (or 10 years for USA & Japan nationals), although unfortunately passport holders of the UK & Canada are still not eligible for E-visas to India for other reasons.

Where to Apply for your Visa for Visiting India

Option 1: The official India E Visa website is here: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/

I suggest you use this service. Unfortunately there are many agencies who try to make their websites look like the official Indian E-visa website but are not, and will charge you fees for processing your application and/or turn out to be less than reputable. Double-check the website you are landing on and ensure it ends with .gov.in.

Option 2: While I have personally never had problems using the above official Indian website, unfortunately many readers have had issues with it not loading, crashing, or not functioning as expected. If you can’t get the website to work, or you don’t want the hassle, an alternative is to use IVISA who are a reputable visa agency and offer a great service with visas for India. They charge a small handling fee, which you can get a 5% discount on when using this link to place your order .

What Types of India E Tourist Visa are there?

Unfortunately, E-visas are still not being issued to UK & Canada passport holders. UK & Canadian nationals need to apply for a paper/sticker visa via your Indian consulate – allow PLENTY of time for this process.

To check which counties can avail from the India E-visa option, you can find the full list here .

30 day E-visa (note that it’s 30 days not a calendar month!). Allows one single entry to India.
1 Year E-visa (allows multiple entries to India)
5 Year E-visa (allows multiple entries to India)
10 Year E-visa (US & Japan nationals only, allows multiple entries to India)

If you choose one of the longer visas to India, you will still be restricted as to how long you can stay in India at one time. For most nationalities stays are restricted to 90 days, after which you’ll need to leave (you can come back later). For USA & Japan citizens, the maximum stay in India is 180 days at any one time.

Please note that some activities in India will require other types of visa than tourist. If you are volunteering, you will need a volunteer visa (which is not available as an E-visa). If you are travelling to India for business or are attending a conference, you should apply for an e-Business visa (available via the same portal). If you are attending an Ayurvedic retreat or coming to India for health treatments, you need to apply for a Medical visa instead (available as an E-visa via the same portal) and you will need to contact your retreat / doctor / hospital for a letter of invitation.

How Much is a Visa to India?

This depends on your country of nationality and the length and type of e tourist India visa you’re applying for.

You can find the table of prices for all tourist e-visas to India here . Prices are quoted in USD and there is a ~2.5% payment fee charged in addition to this fee.

At time of writing a 30 day India visa from USA cost $25 USD and a 5 year tourist Indian visa for USA citizens was $80 USD.

When Should I Apply for My India E Tourist Visa?

The best time to apply for your e-visa is usually 1-2 weeks ahead of your trip, so you’ll need to have booked your flights and most of your trip before you apply your visa. This can feel confusing (especially when instructions say not to book flights before hand), but unfortunately it’s the way things are currently set up. I don’t recommend waiting until your visa is issued to book flights, as these can get expensive at the last minute. You can read my general tips for planning your first trip to India here .

The only exception to this is if you have Pakistani parents or Grandparents (on either side) – this question is asked specifically in the Visa application form and can result in visa applications taking longer as additional background checks are performed. If you have Pakistani Parents or Grand Parents please factor additional time into your visa application.

Please note that – with the exception of the 30 day e-visa , which starts on your arrival in India, Indian e-visas start on the “grant” date, not the date of your landing in India. So, if you have a 1 year e-visa that’s granted on 1st July, your 1 year will start from 1st July, even if you enter India on 1st September.

Visa applications are processed within 72 hours of submission, my personal experience is that I’ve always had my visa returned the next day or day after.

Applying for a Visa to India – Step by Step

This guide assumes you are applying for a visa for India using the government website above. (If you are using IVISA, you can relax and they’ll let you know everything they need form you.)

You can find a sample visa application form here , and there’s also a list of general instructions here .

When logging on to indianvisaonline.gov.in, you’ll want to select the button for E-visas in the bottom centre of the screen:

On the next screen, you’ll want to select the button “apply here for e-visa” on the bottom left:

From here, your application form will open up and you will be directed to enter your nationality, select the type of visa you are applying for (e-tourist visa), your expected date of arrival in India.

Type of passport – Select Ordinary unless you are travelling on a diplomatic or other special type of passport.

Once you press ‘continue’, you’ll be given a “temporary application number” which is shown at the top of the screen. Please note this down or take a screenshot , as you’ll need it if you want to save and come back to your application later at any point.

On the next page, proceed to fill in your details. This is all self explanatory.

For Visible Identification Marks – you can put any birthmarks, easily visible tattoos or any other marks you have visibly should you wish, or else simply type NA

On the next page, continue to fill in the details requested, again this is mostly self-explanatory.

On the following page, you will be asked to enter your expected itinerary in India, as well as details of previous visits to India. There are a few things to note:

Places to be visited – List the main places on your India itinerary (cities). It doesn’t have to mention every stop off. If you are backpacking and don’t have a fixed itinerary, enter some places you are likely to visit.
Expected Port of Exit from India – This doesn’t commit you to leaving via a specific airport, however please note that immigration officials may ask you for proof of your onward travel out of the country (ie an onward flight confirmation).
Previous visits to India – If you’ve visited India before, you’ll need to provide the address of (one of) your hotels, list some of the main cities you visited and provide your previous India visa number.

Continue down the page.

You’ll need to enter more information about your travel history and your ‘references’.

Enter countries you have been to in the last 10 years . I generally start with the ones with stamps in my passport. If you’re a frequent traveller you may run out of space, the maximum number of countries is about 10.
References – the first one is your hotel or accommodation which you must have booked prior to arrival in India . Put the hotel’s name, address and phone number, and carry a printed hotel confirmation with you when you travel in case immigration ask to see it. The second one is an emergency contact in your home country.

The following page has simple yes/no questions that ask you to confirm you have not been deported from India or any other country, have not been involved in terrorism, etc etc.

After that, you will reach the final section of the application, where you need to upload your photo you have taken (digital copy, no printed passport photo is needed) and a scan of the photo page of your passport. The specifications are as follows:

Photo : Must be JPEG format, recommended size 350 x 350 pixels. Maximum size 1MB. If you have trouble making your photo small enough to meet the size requirements, on a Mac computer you can resize it in preview, or else use a free website such as Image resizer . When you upload your photo you’ll be directed to crop it to size – make sure all of your face remains visible.
Passport Photo Page : Must be in PDF format (not JPEG) between 10KB – 300KB in size. This must be the passport you applied with and you must travel with this passport. If you have a JPEG (photo) file, convert it into a PDF using ‘save as PDF’ on rightclick, or else a free online converter such as this one .

You’re almost there!

The final steps of the India E tourist visa application process are to verify your application – you’ll see a summary screen, do a check to make sure all your details you’ve entered are correct.

On pressing submit, you will see a popup telling you your visa application ID – note this down – and it’ll also tell you what the visa fee to be paid is.

The final stage is to pay for your India evisa. The easiest way to pay via international card is via Paypal – select this option from the payment gateway. You’ll then be directed to an SBI payment gateway where you can select card or Paypal on the left hand side. Select ‘Paypal’ and proceed as with any Paypal payment.

I recommend taking a screenshot of your payment confirmation, and please note that it can take a few hours for the payment to go through / get updated in the visa system.

You should receive an email confirmation of your visa application, payment and then, within 72 hours an email about the status of your evisa application.

When granted (approved) you will receive an ETA which authorizes you to travel to India. Print this off for your journey to India, and on arrival proceed to the ‘E-visa’ gates to receive your E-visa stamp in your passport.

Happy travels!

Electronic Visa Application for India Frequently Asked Questions

What is the india e tourist visa processing time.

Generally, it’s 72 hours. All my applications have been granted within around 24 hours but it just depends on how busy they are. You’ll want to allow more time than 72 hours when applying to be on the safe side.

Is India Issuing Tourist Visas Again?

Yes! As per the announcement in March 2022, India has fully resumed granting e-tourism visas.

What is the India E Tourist Visa Cost?

It depends on your nationality – a full table of prices for Indian visas can be found at the link above in this article. The first 500,000 tourist visas are being offered for free to foreign tourists.

How Long Can I Stay in India on an E-Tourist Visa?

This depends on your nationality and type of visa. For most nationalities, e-visas are being issued for up to 5 years, with a maximum stay in the country of 90 days during any one trip.

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India e-Visa for tourists in 2023: Requirements, eligibility and more

Updated: September 8, 2023

This article is a complete guide to obtaining India e-Visa as a tourist. You can learn everything about India e-Visa types, requirements, eligibility, documents needed, fee and application procedure.

India e-Visa is quite easy to apply. All you need is a photo, a scan of your passport ID page and a credit/debit card. It takes about 15 minutes to fill out the application and the processing takes about 72 hours.

India e-Visas are issued for tourism, business and medical purposes. The e-Visa for tourism is called e-Tourist Visa. In this article, we will focus on e-Tourist Visa and we will refer to it as simply India e-Visa.

Currently, about 166 nationalities are eligible to apply for India e-Visa online. Indian e-Visa can be double-entry or multiple-entry and can be valid from 30 days to 5 years.

Indian e-Visa is also sometimes unofficially referred to as “India visa online” or “online visa India”.

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INDIA E-VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR TOURISTS

Who is eligible to apply for India e-Visa?

The following 166 nationalities are eligible to apply for India e-Visa.

Afghanistan
Anguilla (British Territory)
Antigua and Barbuda
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Cayman Island (British Territory)
Cook Islands
Cote d’Ivoire
Czech Republic
Dominican Republic
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Liechtenstein
Marshall Islands
Montserrat (British Territory)
Netherlands
New Zealand
North Macedonia
Papua New Guinea
Philippines
St Kitts and Nevis
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
South Africa
South Korea
Switzerland
Timor-Leste
Trinidad and Tobago
Turks and Caicos Islands (British Territory)
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States
Vatican City

What is the validity of India e-Visa?

India e-Visas are valid for 30 days,1 year or 5 years. You can select the validity that works best for your purpose while filling out the e-Visa application.

To summarize, below are the various validity options available for Indian e-Visa.

How many days can you stay in India on e-Visa?

On a 30-day e-Visa, you can stay up to 30 days. On a 1-year or 5-year e-Visa, you can stay up to 90 days from the day of arrival.

Canada, Japan, UK and US nationals holding 1-year or 5-year e-Visas can stay up to 180 days on each visit.

Below is the summary of permitted stay for each of the available Indian e-Visas.

IMPORTANT Irrespective of nationality, the total stay in India on an e-Visa cannot be more than 180 days in a calendar year.

How many times can you enter India on e-Visa?

30-day e-Visas are double-entry visas. That means you can enter India on a 30-day e-Visa twice.

1-year and 5-year e-Visas are multiple entries, meaning you can enter India as many times as you want.

Keep in mind that your total stay in India cannot exceed 180 days in a given calendar year.

Below is the summary of various e-Visas and their permitted entries.

When can you enter India on e-Visa?

You can enter India anytime during the validity of your e-Visa. Depending on your nationality and e-Visa type, you will be given 30-day or 90-day entry (or 180-day entry if you are a Canada, Japan, UK or US national).

Even if you enter India on the last day of your visa validity, you will still be given 30 or 90 days of entry depending on the e-Visa type you hold.

When should you apply for India e-Visa?

For 1-year and 5-year e-Visas, you can apply up to 120 days in advance. For 30-day e-Visas, you can apply up to 30 days in advance.

The latest you can apply is 4 days. So if you have less than 4 days, your application will not be accepted.

Below is the summary of various e-Visas and the earliest or latest you can apply for those visas.

Which airports or land borders you can enter India from using e-Visa?

You can enter India on an e-Visa at the following 29 airports and 5 seaports. Details are below.

Airports (29)

Bhubaneshwar
Tiruchirapalli
Visakhapatnam

Seaports (5)

Land border (0).

Currently, e-Visa holders are NOT ALLOWED to enter India via land borders.

NOTE You cannot enter India via the land border using an e-Visa. But you can exit or depart from India from any airport, seaport or land border.

IMPORTANT It is NOT MANDATORY to enter India from the airport or seaport that you have mentioned in your e-Visa application. You CAN enter India from any of the above 29 airports or 5 seaports using your e-Visa.

What is the minimum passport validity required for India e-visa?

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your anticipated date of arrival in India. Add 6 months to your expected date of arrival in India to calculate the passport validity required for your e-Visa application.

Here is an example.

Say today is May 01, 2023
Your anticipated date of arrival in India is June 01, 2023
To apply for your e-Visa, your passport must be valid at least until December 01, 2023

What are the documents needed for India e-Visa?

The following documents are needed for India e-Visa.

Original passport
Photo must be in JPG/JPEG format only
Photo must be 2inch x 2inch in dimensions
Photo must be less than 1MB in size
Head must be centered with light background and no glasses
Scan must be in PDF format only
Scan must be larger than 10KB and smaller than 300KB
Your credit or debit card must support international transactions in non-home currency

What are the India e-Visa photo requirements?

You need one digital photo for your India e-Visa application. The digital photograph must meet the following specifications.

The photograph must be in JPG/JPEG format only
The photo must be less than 1MB in size

What is the current India e-Visa fee?

The visa fee for India e-Visa varies depending on the visa type and country. Below is the general fee structure for various tourist e-Visa types.

Irrespective of the tourist e-Visa type, there is no visa fee for Argentina, Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, Myanmar, Nauru, Niue Island, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uruguay and Vanuatu. The visa fee for these countries is gratis.

What is the current India e-Visa processing time?

The India e-Visa processing time is 72 hours. In most cases, the applications are processed within 48 hours.

INDIA E-VISA APPLICATION PROCESS

How to apply for India e-Visa?

You can start your application process by filling out the online application on the India e-Visa portal . Make sure to keep all the required documents ready before starting the application.

Filling out the entire online application may take about 15 minutes. You can also save the partially filled application and come back to it at a later point in time.

If you haven’t, check out the step-by-step guide on applying for India e-Visa for details on how to complete the online application, track the status and receive your approved e-Visa.

RELATED: How to apply for India e-Visa in 2023: A step-by-step guide

Word of caution on India e-Visa fake websites

If you search on the internet, you will see that there are many Indian e-Visa websites posing as “official websites”. There is ONLY one Indian e-Visa OFFICIAL website. The rest are all fake. The OFFICIAL website is below.

India e-Visa OFFICIAL website: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/

How to track India e-Visa application?

You can track your application status on the India e-Visa portal using your Application ID and passport number.

On the application status page, your application will have one of the below two statuses.

SUCCESSFULLY RECEIVED: Your application is still in the process
GRANTED: Your India e-Visa is approved

How to receive the approved India e-Visa?

When your India e-Visa is approved, you will be notified via email that your e-Visa has been granted.

You can download your approved e-Visa from the India e-Visa portal using your Application ID and passport number.

On the application status page, click on the “Print Status” button to download your approved e-Visa.

You must print and carry your approved Inda e-Visa PDF when you travel. You can also download it as a PDF on your phone and show it to the airline staff or India immigration officer on your arrival.

Is there a priority service for India e-Visa?

Unfortunately, there is no priority visa processing. The e-Visa process takes up to 72 hours. If you haven’t received your visa result even after 72 hours, you must contact the India e-Visa department at their email or phone listed below.

How to contact India e-Visa customer service?

In case of questions on your visa status, you can contact the e-Visa department at their email and phone numbers.

EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: +91 11 24300666

WRITTEN BY THIRUMAL MOTATI

Thirumal Motati is an expert in tourist visa matters. He has been traveling the world on tourist visas for more than a decade. With his expertise, he has obtained several tourist visas, including the most strenuous ones such as the US, UK, Canada, and Schengen, some of which were granted multiple times. He has also set foot inside US consulates on numerous occasions. Mr. Motati has uncovered the secrets to successful visa applications. His guidance has enabled countless individuals to obtain their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. His statements have been mentioned in publications like Yahoo, BBC, The Hindu, and Travel Zoo.

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Dec 20, 2023 • 7 min read

From applying for an e-Visa to extending your stay, here's what you need to know about entry requirements for India © beavera / Getty Images

With its dense tapestry of cultures and landscapes, India feels like dozens of countries rolled into one, but a single visa will cover you for travel across more than 3 million sq km (more than a million sq miles) of territory, taking in everything from steamy jungles to the high passes of the Himalayas.

Every Indian state is as large and diverse as a nation, so take your time navigating this enormous and fascinating country. The good news is that visas are easy to obtain and allow plenty of time for exploring.

Here’s everything you need to know about visa requirements for India, from the application process for e-Visas to overland travel and extending your stay.

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You'll probably need a visa to go to India

Almost everyone needs a visa to visit India , but for most nationalities, tourist visas are easy to obtain online or through your local Indian embassy or consulate. Citizens of 166 countries – including most nations in the EU and EEA, the UK, the US, Australia and New Zealand, and many countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America – can apply for an e-Visa before traveling via a simple online form .

Applying online is a fairly painless process, and it will save you hours compared to applying in person at an embassy or through a visa agency (in countries where Indian embassies no longer issue visas directly). Tourist e-Visas are available with a validity of 30 days, one year or five years, with the one- and five-year visas allowing for multiple entries for a maximum stay of 180 days on each visit.

For one- and five-year tourist visas, applications are accepted up to 120 days in advance of travel. The 30-day visa allows two entries into India, which is handy if you’re planning a side trip to Nepal , and you can apply up to 30 days in advance of travel. All e-Visas take at least 72 hours to process, so be sure to apply in plenty of time (at least 4 days in advance is recommended).

Applying online is the most hassle-free way to obtain a visa

The Indian government’s online e-Visa portal can be used to apply for tourist visas, business visas, and visas for medical treatment and attending conferences. The cost and duration of the visa vary depending on your nationality, and you may need to show proof of return travel arrangements and sufficient funds to support yourself during your trip.

Rules for non-tourist visas can be complex. Business travelers usually need to provide letters of introduction from Indian companies and organizations that they plan to meet. Assuming you meet the requirements, business visas are usually valid for multiple entries over the space of one year.

Working for an Indian company is more complicated. You’ll need an employment visa and a work permit, and most people need a firm job offer and assistance from an Indian employer to complete the paperwork. As with all visa requirements, the situation is subject to change; contact your local Indian embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.

Applying for a tourist e-Visa is fairly straightforward

To apply for an Indian e-Visa, visit the government’s official e-Visa portal . You’ll need to upload a digital passport-style photo and copies of your passport ID pages, and pay the visa fee, which varies depending on your nationality.

Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the date of entry, and you’ll need two spare pages for the visa, which will be physically stamped into your passport on arrival. Assuming your application is accepted – which is the case for most applicants – you’ll receive a digital Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), which you should print out and carry with you when you travel, so you can present it to the immigration authorities on arrival.

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Enter India via air or sea on your e-Visa

E-Visas allow entry to India through 25 designated airports: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Bengaluru (Bangalore), Hyderabad, Kochi (Cochin), Goa, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Gaya, Jaipur, Lucknow, Trichy (Tiruchirappalli), Varanasi, Kozhikode (Calicut), Mangaluru (Mangalore), Pune, Nagpur, Coimbatore, Bagdogra, Guwahati, Chandigarh and Visakhapatnam.

They’re also valid for entry via the designated seaports at Mumbai, Chennai, Kochi, New Mangalore and Mormugao (in Goa).

Apply for a visa before you travel to enter India overland

If you plan to enter India overland – for example, from Nepal or Pakistan – you’ll need a visa stamped into your passport before you leave home, which you’ll need to obtain from the Indian embassy or consulate in your home country, or through an approved visa application office.

If you plan to visit India and Nepal on the same trip, get a multiple-entry visa – it used to be possible to arrange a new Indian tourist visa through the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu , but the authorities may now insist on a two-month gap before issuing a new visa.

There’s no need to worry about applying for a visa for Nepal in advance – they’re available on arrival at border crossings (bring passport photos and US dollars to pay the fee).

If you can't apply for an e-Visa, get one in person in advance

Contact your local embassy or consulate to check the application process in your country; the Indian Ministry of External Affairs maintains a list of diplomatic missions online. It’s best to apply for a visa in your home country – obtaining an Indian visa from an embassy in another country can be tortuously slow, assuming it’s possible at all. Fees and the permitted duration of stay will vary depending on your nationality.

As an alternative to applying through an Indian embassy or consulate, you may be able to apply for a visa through a visa agency – however, this tends to be more expensive than applying directly. In practice, many of these agencies just collect together applications and then send over a staff member to the embassy to apply in person.

Student visas are available to those on full-time courses in India

Student visas are reserved for people enrolled in approved full-time educational courses in India (which can include training courses in yoga, meditation, and traditional Indian art forms). Student visas are valid for up to five years, depending on the length of the course, but the rules are strict, and you’ll need documentation from the institution where you are studying to apply. The Ministry of Home Affairs provides some information online, but contact your local Indian embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date requirements.

Extending your stay in India is for exceptional circumstances only

E-Visas cannot be extended, but other types of visas can, though only in exceptional circumstances, such as medical emergencies or theft of your passport. To apply, you’ll need to use the government’s special online portal , providing evidence of a valid reason for extending your stay in India (e.g., a letter from the hospital where you are being treated or a police report).

You may then be called in for an in-person interview at the Foreigners’ Regional Registration Office (FRRO) in Delhi. If there is a fee, it will be made clear during the application process.

Some border areas in India require additional travel permits

Under a system carried over from British colonial rule, special permits (known as “protected area permits” or “restricted area permits”) are required to visit many areas close to India’s disputed external borders with China , Pakistan and other territories – a zone known as the “inner line.” Applying for these permits outside India is tricky, but you can apply locally in India without too much difficulty.

Permits are especially important for highly sensitive border areas (which tend to be off-limits to all travelers). Applications can be made through local government offices or local travel agencies; contact the state government offices for these regions to get the latest information. In some areas, you may need to register with the local Foreigners Regional Registration Office on arrival, but this is an easy process.

This article was first published Mar 12, 2022 and updated Dec 20, 2023.

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INDIA VISA EXPERIENCE: GETTING AN INDIAN TOURIST VISA FROM AN INDIAN EMBASSY

By Claudia Lizeth last updated on September 3, 2022

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Probably the first thing that comes to your mind while reading this, is why would anyone go to all the trouble to get an Indian tourist visa while a tourist Evisa or e-Tourist visa is an easy peasy?

There are 5-year Evisas, 1-year Evisas, 90-day Evisas, and now 10-year Evisas for tourism. My own parents got Indian Online Evisa when they accompanied me.

The answer is simple: The Evisa or e-Tourist visa for India has limitations.

But before we jump into the technicalities, let me tell you a bit about what to see and do in India.

What to Do in India

Here is the thing: India is huge. Home to some of the tallest mountains, beautiful beaches, ancient temples, deserts, national parks- it’s truly a traveler’s paradise.

The Taj Mahal, the Golden temple of Amritsar, Jaipur, Delhi and Rishikesh are some of the most visited tourist destinations in north India.

North India is popular for its hill stations and treks as well. If you are interested in treks, here are some of the best treks in India . If you are interested in forts, here are the best forts of Rajasthan .

If you want to venture south, Kerala is a must-stop, owing to its natural beauty and beaches. Auroville, a universal city with an international community, and Pondicherry, a former French colony are two other popular destinations in South India.

If Pondicherry is on your bucket list, then here is a list of all the things to do in Pondicherry .

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India Tourist Visa vs India Online eVisa

For any long-term Evisa, you need to leave India every 3 months and reenter.
You can’t convert an Indian eVisa to any other visa . So let’s say you find a job or want to study or something else, you would need to leave India and get one of those proper visas outside. I have heard stories of people who did it with help from Immigration lawyers and such, but I wouldn’t recommend this route.

As per me, the second reason mattered a lot more. My Indian boyfriend and I had plans to get married after I would come to India.

We planned to stay in India for a long time which needed me to convert my tourist visa to an Indian X visa for spouse . And, later I converted it to an OCI card as well.

And, no matter how you are entering India, you would need to fill in the Air Suvidha form .

So I went to the embassy of India in Bogota, Colombia while I was there and got my India tourist visa there. The process is more or less the same irrespective of your country, although they might ask for a few more documents.

Most of the Indian consulates in different countries offer walk-in appointments, although some consulates have authorized a third-party agency to manage the whole process.

Things to Know before India Visa Application

Do you need insurance for india visitor’s visa.

The fact is some countries need you to have insurance for tourist visa applications. For example, if you need a tourist visa for Turkey or a Schengen visitor’s visa , you would need to get insurance.

India visa application doesn’t specifically need you to submit insurance proof. However, I recommend everyone to have travel insurance in India.

I recommend Saftey Wing which covers your medical expenses in case of hospitalization and a bunch of other things like when you lose your passport in a foreign country or in case of trip interruption.

India Visa Application for US citizen

Note – If you are applying for a visitor visa to India from USA, you can do it through VFS Global only. The Indian embassies in USA don’t accept any applications directly.

Tourist Visa for India from UK

If you are in the UK, pre-Covid you could walk in but now, it is not allowed. They have outsourced the document collection to VFS Global UK, and you can schedule an appointment with them.

India Visa processing time in UK takes about 10-15 days.

So you can apply Indian visa online in UK.

Application for Indian Visa for Australian Citizens

Citizens of Australia can apply for Indian visas through VFS Global Australia.

Apply Visa for India When You are Sure

The reason I say when you are sure is that the India tourist visa is valid from the day it’s issued. So if you get a visa before you know when you can travel, you would start losing days. The visa processing rarely takes more than 15 days. I got mine in a week.

Here is how to apply for India tourist visa through an embassy, and the list of documents you would need.

Document Checklist for Indian Tourist Visa

The list of documents for an Indian tourist visa are pretty standard actually.

Valid passport

You passport valid for a year at least with at least three continuous blank pages. The six months passport validity rule doesn’t hold because the visa is issued for one year.

Bank Statements for Visa Application for India

Your bank statements should have a minimum balance of $ 6,000,000 COP / 2000 USDs approx. I showed the bank statements for the last 3 months with a balance of $ 10,000,000 COP. I simply took the PDF statements from the bank and showed them. There was no need to notarize it or get any official bank statements. It’s always a good idea to have more than the minimum required amount. In case, your spouse/parents will be responsible for your expenses, a notarized letter stating responsibility for trip expenses along with the copy of the birth registration or marriage certificate.

Round trip Flight reservation for Visa or Confirmed Tickets

It doesn’t have to be a confirmed flight. You can make a reservation in an airline and present that ticket. As my plans were confirmed, I had bought a flight ticket on Turkish Airlines.

But I would recommend you to simply make a reservation or buy a ticket on Expedia or Orbitz, and then cancel it. That way you can have a flight reservation for free. For my return ticket to Bogota, I showed a reservation from Turkish airlines 5 months after my date of arrival.

International Yellow Fever vaccination certificate

In Colombia, you can get it easily in a public hospital for free.

India visa application form

You need to fill the visa application form for India online and then take a printout of the same, and carry it for your visa appointment.

Indian Visa Photo Requirements

The photo size for the Indian visa is 2 cm X 2 cm. It must be a color passport pic in white background. In case your pic doesn’t work, you can get your photo taken in a studio right across the consulate.

Signed Consent

A signed consent form is something specific to regular Indian visa applications that you need to print out from the website of the Indian embassy in Bogota and sign, and submit with your application.

Fill in the Indian Tourist Visa Application Form Online

You need to fill in the application form for India tourist visa on the official website : https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/Registration .

The visa application form is quite long and detailed. So don’t hurry.

Once you fill in the details and click on ‘continue’ button, you would see a Temporary Application ID on the next page. Note this ID. In case, you can’t complete the form or any other issue comes up, you can use this ID to complete it.

Things to note

Port of entry and exit for India- Make sure this matches the flight reservations you have provided.
Duration of visa and no. of entries – You can choose maximum up to 6 months. Make sure to choose multiple entries.
Photo to upload – It should be min 10 KB and max 1 MB, and in JPEG format. It should be a recent front-facing photograph with a white background.

After you complete the visa application form, you can download it and print it out. Make sure that you carry it with you when you go to the embassy.

Submit Documents at Indian Embassy and Pay

The best part is that there is no need to make payments before you submit the documents for the Indian visa application for tourism. They ask you to pay once they revise all your documents. I went to the embassy in the early morning. The embassy receives visa applications from 8.30 am to 12 pm.

There were like 10 or so people waiting in the lobby. There was a guy by the main door who I explained the purpose of my visit to and handed him the documents. He then asked me to wait.

Address and Contact Info of Indian Embassy in Colombia Embajada de la India Calle 116 # 7-15 Int.2. Of.301 Torre Cusezar, Santa Bárbara de Bogotá [email protected], [email protected], [email protected] (+571 6373259, 6373451)

Afterwards, I waited in the lobby. It took 30 minutes or so before I was called to the reception. The receptionist thoroughly examined all my docs and told me that my photo wasn’t as per the specifications.

My face ate up like 90% of the photo while it should have been 70-80%. Not really the news I was expecting for.

So, I rushed to a studio right across the street and got a new photo taken. Then I darted to a cyber cafe and filled in a new application form coz’ the application form had my previous photo. I got the printout and came back to show it in the embassy.

Once they were satisfied, they gave me a slip along with the payment details. I went to the Banco Itau to make the payment for the visa. Following that, I came back with the original deposit slip and submitted it along with the other documents.

After the payment, I received a receipt with my passport number. Make sure not to lose it.

Receive the Indian Tourist Visa

The embassy called me to inform after 4 days that my visa has been granted and I could collect the passport any time from 2-3 pm. I went to the embassy the same day and received my passport with the Indian tourist visa sticker.

Indian Visa sample for 6 months India tourist visa

Note** To return Passport outside Bogotá in Colombian territory Applicants can deposit additional $ 20,000 pesos and make a note with the address (including ZIP code www.codigopostal.gov.co) to which Applicants want to get their passport back.

Indian tourist visa processing time : 1 week Visa validity : From the day of issuance Visa duration : One year but you need to leave after six months and re-enter India Visa cost : 340,000 Pesos or 103$

Note – You need to leave India 180 days after you arrive there and re-enter.

Go for an Indian Buffet

Now that your India trip is on the horizon, it’s time to go to your favorite Indian restaurant and have some Indian food. The Taj Mahal restaurant in Bogota is my fave Indian restaurant and they have an amazing buffet Monday to Friday.

So, I and my family went there and ate to our heart’s content.

Note for Ecuadorian Citizens Applying Indian Tourist Visa in Colombia

Citizens of Ecuador can apply for India tourist visa by sending in all the documents along with the passport to the Indian embassy through DHL and opt to collect their passport through DHL as well.

Make sure to pay at Banco Pichincha and send the original deposit slip along with the documents.

Indian Embassy Account at Pichincha Bank Bank’sName: Banco Pichincha C.A. Accountholder’sname: Embajada de la India, Bogota Account type: Current account Account No. 3460152804

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Born in Colombia, Claudia now calls India home. She is keenly interested in the spiritual and cultural aspects of India. She is a certified Spanish teacher and a creative thinker.

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January 30, 2020 at 11:51 am

Great ! I would like to point out something. Can you explain the limitation of getting an Indian tourist visa? Sometimes we all keep in mind only beneficial things not limitation.

April 3, 2020 at 3:53 pm

Hi Luz, in my opinion the e-visa might has some limitations. The tourist visa gives you more flexibility.

April 16, 2020 at 11:32 pm

Wow that’s quite a lot of work to get that visa isn’t it? But glad that you did it as you obviously needed it. Love that you went for a big Indian feast after! I would too. All the best with the wedding!

April 17, 2020 at 12:56 am

Very nice and informative article! Trying to obtain a visa always gives me a headache. Personally I would be mostly looking to point number 6 🙂

April 19, 2020 at 4:44 pm

Very helpful article for obtaining visa to India as tourists. This should help travel of international tourists very easy. I especially liked the step by step approach to this. And how and why each step is important.

July 12, 2020 at 7:05 am

Hi Indrani, thanks for stopping by and thanks for your comment.

June 16, 2020 at 9:07 pm

Being an Indian, its quite amusing for me to read about Indian tourist visa! I’ve never given a thought about it at all! Interesting to know about the various steps and the restrictions about going out & coming back in 3 months!

June 19, 2020 at 10:07 pm

India is surely on my bucket list. And I understand, why you got a tourist visa rather than an evisa which would have been faster. Did you get the spouse visa after you got married? Hope you are having a good time in India. I liked the roundtrip ticket tip you mentioned, as well as the length it usually takes to hear back. The worst thing about traveling is waiting to hear about your visa.

July 12, 2020 at 7:04 am

Hi Joe,Nice to know that India is on your bucket list. I am having a good time in India. It’s a country that’s so unique and interesting. I did get a spouse visa after getting married. I will be posting that article later.

June 27, 2020 at 2:52 pm

Such a detailed guide on getting an Indian visa. It’s good to know that visitors need to leave India every 3 months if they’re on long term Evisa. Thanks for your tips on Roundtrip Flight reservation as well. I’d love to visit India with my boyfriend, so your post is very useful.Hope your wedding went well.

July 12, 2020 at 11:20 am

Thanks Ha. Yes, my wedding went well.

July 15, 2020 at 7:47 am

I guess I am lucky I never had to go to an embassy to get a visa, but I can see why this is better than a e-visa. Still seems like a complicated process ( or least for me, cause I am lazy and I hate bureaucracy). So thank you for making it easier to understand!

August 11, 2020 at 5:57 pm

Glad that it helped you.

August 3, 2020 at 3:55 pm

This is such helpful Guide to obtain Indian tourist visa from any Indian Embassy. India gives e-visa to many counties which eases visa hassles.

August 11, 2020 at 5:56 pm

It’s true that e-visa is much easier to get. The problems arise when if you want to stay longer or convert it.

August 10, 2020 at 7:36 am

Thank you for sharing all this useful information with us. India has been on my list for a long time. But because it is such a big country, I have never decided where to go first. I would try Ladakh to see the Himalayan views but in the same time, I would go to the south in Goa too. Is it easy to extend your visa for more than three months in case you want to stay longer?

August 11, 2020 at 5:54 pm

Hi Luliana, thanks for stopping by. If you get the one year visa, you get 6 months at a time. After that you need to leave and reenter India. After that you can extend your visa if needed.

September 22, 2020 at 7:36 am

Thank you for sharing all this useful information with us. India has been on my list for a long time. But because it is such a big country, I have never decided where to go first. I would try Laddakh to see the Himalayan views but in the same time, I would go to the south in Goa too. Is it easy to extend your visa for more than three months in case you want to stay longer?

October 31, 2020 at 8:03 pm

Hello,firstly belated hearty greetings for your marriage and i wish you a very happy n prosperpus life ahead.Thank you for such an informative n detailed post. Allow me to introduce myself ,i am an Indian citizen,40 years medical doctor by profession ,i m in deep love with an iranian female 38 years(never been married) since almost a decade.i m planning to marry her in India soon after covid restrictions are lifted,forgive my ignorance ,frankly speaking i have never been out of India before n pretty much newbie in such matters. After going through Indian embassy in iran website i came to know that ,visa upto max SIX months can b issued and multiple entries can b considered DEPENDING on itinerary .my main concern is only that she get 6 months visa successfully.while filling application ,site ask for the name of places u wanna visit etc,so i have few queries,i will owe u a life time for the guidance.

1)being a 38 years unmarried lone female traveller,shall she apply for 3 months or 6 months that chances of visa rejections r prevented?

2)what places u mentioned u planning to visit while in India in application? i was wandering does she need to write 3 or 6 months detailed DAILY travel plan with name of places along with proof of train or domestic flight resevations inter city while in India, or just reservation of return flight back to her homeland after 5 or 6 months will do ?

3)Did ur husband to be back then sent a letter of invitation or its a bad idea and simply as an independent traveller will do?

November 1, 2020 at 4:31 pm

Hi Rayees, Thanks for stopping by, and thank you for your kind words.

1) I don’t think her marital status or age would really be an issue in her getting a 6-months visa. Usually Indian embassies are helpful and not too strict.

2)I mentioned the usual tourist spots like Jaipur, Delhi, Amritsar, Rishikesh, Udayapur etc. in North India. No need for daily travel plan or proof of train/flight reservations. Simply mentioning the places will do the job.If they ask, she can explain that she will plan after arriving in India. Yes, a return ticket/reservation back to her homeland after 6 months will be fine.

3) No, he didn’t send any invitation letter. She can apply independently.

Note that my visa was issued with a duration of 1 year, multiple entries although it needed me to leave India after 6 months, and reenter.

November 2, 2020 at 2:10 pm

Hi Claudia,

Thanx for the detailed reply, u are a wonderful human being.Actually that second part of the sentence on Indian embassy website caught my mind stating, ” single entry visa upto six months can be issued, ,multiple entries can be considered depending on the itinerary.” I work as an associate in cardiology department in Andhra pradesh.In case if i cud b of some help ,i will b delighted. I thanx Mr.Deb Pati also for taking this guidance initiative.

November 3, 2020 at 10:58 am

Thank you Rayees. Glad that we could help you. You are a kind human being yourself, I believe. Hope your beloved makes it to India.

November 12, 2020 at 2:58 am

Hello Claudia, Thanx again,going through Indian visa application form i came across this part where they ask you about ,have you booked any hotel or something & I guess same might be asked at immigration at the airport.plz give ur suggestion regarding it. Merci

November 13, 2020 at 5:32 pm

Hi Rayees, Yes, proof of accommodation is needed for the visa application. Your girlfriend can do a refundable reservation in a hotel for a week or two for this, and carry the printout with her when she travels. She can show this in immigration in case they ask.

November 14, 2020 at 4:09 pm

Hi Claudia, Thanx alot.Happy Diwali to you and your family.

November 14, 2020 at 5:47 pm

Happy diwali to you and your family Rayees.

May 5, 2021 at 4:33 am

Can I get your email address, please?

May 5, 2021 at 5:39 pm

Hi Deep, We prefer the queries about the article to be posted as comments so that they will be public and everyone can benefit. But if you have anything really personal or any other queries, you can use the contact us page to send us an email.

November 11, 2021 at 8:32 am

Hi Claudia, All the information you posted is very helpful. My question was…I am planning to get married in India to my foreign partner next year around may….So which visa i should tell her to apply for while coming to India?? I will later convert it into a spouse visa once she is here.

November 12, 2021 at 2:26 am

Hi Taher, If she can come on a long-term tourist visa, that’s the best. If not, a student visa is not that hard to get.

April 21, 2022 at 9:58 pm

Hi… this was reassuring … I am a long time many times India traveller but have not been back since August 2018 and wondered if and how things had changed. I DO want to spend 6 months in India… So.. from what I glean (I am Australian so I will go through vfsglobal in Sydney as I have always done before) I can now get a ONE YEAR validity with 180 days at a time duration.. right? That suits me perfectly as I don’t want to lose days once I have the visa (i.e. I want the whole 180 days and with this 1 year validity that becomes easy)…. Sounds right? Of course if I were able to get a FIVE year validity I will go for that.. not sure that is possible or even exists for Australians??? thanks again

April 24, 2022 at 6:24 am

Hi Paul, You can get a 5-year eVisa for tourism as an Australian. The 1 year tourist visa is also available.

October 17, 2022 at 5:20 pm

Hi Claudia, Thanks for the article, very well written. Now I have a situation (maybe you van help me) I am Colombian and I have a US citizenship. I applied for the tourist e-visa online twice and got “rejected” both times. I am planning to go to Bogota this week, to the Embassy of India and apply there in person. Is this viable? Here in the US, the process is by mail and through a third party provider (It takes at least 15 days that I don’t have) Thanks for your input.

October 19, 2022 at 1:47 pm

Hi Luz, Thanks for the kind words. Any idea why it got rejected? It is very unusual. You can surely apply in Bogota with your Colombian passport. You should get it in a very short time, usually a week max.

All the best.

May 7, 2023 at 5:17 pm

Hello, sorry to bother you, but you wrote that the visa application form is quite long and detailed. I was wondering what kind of questions are there in the online form, just so I can be prepared before starting. I hope you can reply. Thanks in forward!

May 19, 2023 at 7:31 am

Hi Claudia, A great helpful article, thank you so much, I have few queries as below

1) My Fiancé is from Ukraine and we are planning to marry in November 2023, so should she apply Normal tourist visa or E-Visa for 90 days/1 year with multiple entry , can she change it to X-visa and OCI later ? 2) She is working online with an American company and after getting married can she continue working with the same company from India online? 3) For long term E -visa she needs to leave India every 3 months? 4) As I read, you suggested for normal tourist visa from Indian Embassy, she is staying in Manchester , UK, so she should visit the embassy or what is the procedure post Covid? ( in case we decide for normal tourist visa)

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Getting an electronic visa to India for tourism, medical, business or conference is a very easy process. Applicants avoid the rigor of having to physically present themselves before a visa officer in an Indian embassy or consulate for a visa. One other advantage of the Indian e visa is the ability to be able to make a payment without having to carry cash around. At the comfort of your home, you can complete your application by paying online through dedicated services. Follow this article to find out how much your visa category will cost and what you need to do to make payments.

Government e-visa fees:

The government of India reviews the fees payable for visa application periodically. The current price regime came into place around September, 2019. The reason why the cost of getting an e-visa is not uniform may include; what time of the year a person is visiting India for tourism (peak period or not), the purpose of travelling, and the country or territory from which the application is being made. For instance there are four (4) categories of the Indian e-tourist visa:

30 days e-tourist visa (April to June)
30 days e-tourist visa (July to March)
01 year e-tourist visa
05 years e-tourist visa

Hence there are four different prices for e-tourist visas alone, while other visa types also have their prices. The full details of the cost implication of applying for an e-visa in India are highlighted below.

Note: that an additional bank charge of 2.5% on credit/debit cards and 3.5% on PayPal is applicable for all categories of all applications.

India visa processing charges

To facilitate your visa processing, india-evisa.info charges a fixed sum on each category of visa. This fee paid caters for document-check and verification by the officers in charge. They manually check each application to know if each document uploaded is correct and meets the government standard. Here is a list of the charges for each visa category.

Additional service fees

In case of emergency, travelers that need to make urgent trips (who want to have their authorization ready within 1 to 3 days will be required to pay additional charges. The charge involved for this is $99

Payment methods

All the fees i.e. the government fees alongside the other fees can be paid together using any online secure payment platform. They include

credit/debit card (Visa card, MasterCard).
A gift card or Pre-paid credit card.
PayPal and other safe and secure online platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions:

No matter the condition, they are non-refundable . Either you feel your application was incomplete or that you would have to withdraw your application, there will be no refund whatsoever.

No, re-applying after an initial rejection will be a fresh application. It will attract full charges as you paid before.

In very rare cases of transaction failure due to connectivity issue and time out, retraction of debit made on your account should be done after the reconciliation process is done. We advise that a new attempt at payment should not be made immediately to avoid multiple payments.

The fee for a 5-year multiple entry visa to India from the UK is around 64 USD to 258 USD. This fee is subject to change, and it is best to check the Indian visa website for the most up-to-date information on visa fees. Additionally, the visa fee may vary based on the type of visa you are applying for, processing time and your nationality. It's always recommended to check the Indian visa website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

The fee for an Indian visa from the UK varies depending on the type of visa, processing time and the length of validity. Please refer to the fee table above to know the India Visa Fee.

Please note that these fees are subject to change and it is advisable to check the fees page for the most up-to-date information. Additionally, the visa fee may vary based on your nationality, and it's always recommended to check the Indian visa website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

The cost of an e-Visa for India depends on several factors such as the type of e-Visa, country of origin and the processing time requested. Visa fee list mentioned above for different types of e-Visa.

It's important to note that these fees are subject to change, and it's always a good idea to check the latest information on the fee pages before applying for an E-Visa. Additionally, it's also important to check the visa requirements for your specific country of origin as these may vary.

The fee for an Indian visa is calculated based on several factors, including the type of visa you are applying for, your nationality, and the purpose of your visit to India. Some of the common types of visas for India include tourist visas, business visas, medical visas, conference visas, student visas, and medical visas.

For example, the fee for a tourist visa for an individual from the United States of America is generally around 64 USD to 198 USD, while a business visa for the same individual would cost around 179 USD to 258 USD. The fee for conference visas and medical visas may vary based on the length of stay and the purpose of the visit.

It's important to note that the visa fee is subject to change, and the most up-to-date information on the current fee can be found on the website. Additionally, you may be required to pay additional fees for processing or service charges, so it's recommended to check the website for the most accurate and current information on visa fees.

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What is the India Tourist eVisa?

The India Tourist eVisa is an electronic authorization that allows travelers to enter and explore India for tourism purposes.

The online application process eliminates the need for physical paperwork and visits to embassies or consulates.

Officially known as the "e-Tourist Visa," it provides a convenient and quick way to secure travel permissions for those looking to experience India's rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.

What you can do with the India Tourist Visa:

Visit tourist sites across India.

Attend cultural and festival events.

Take short-term yoga or cooking classes.

Visit family or friends.

What you cannot do with the India Tourist Visa:

Work or volunteer.

Enroll in long-term educational courses.

Engage in journalistic activities.

Conduct business or start a business.

Enter protected or restricted areas without special permission.

Who requires the India Tourist eVisa?

The India Tourist eVisa is available to citizens of many countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Australia, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.

To see if you are eligible, please check at the top of this page, where you can input your nationality to determine your visa requirements.

Requirements to apply for an India Tourist Visa:

Travel purpose: Your visit must be for tourism purposes such as sightseeing, meeting friends or family, or attending a short-term yoga program.

Passport validity: Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your date of entry into India.

Digital photo: You must provide a digital photograph that meets the eVisa requirements.

Email address: An email address is required to receive the eVisa electronically.

Payment method: A credit or debit card is needed to pay the eVisa processing fee online.

By providing these details and meeting the conditions, you can apply for the India Tourist eVisa comfortably and efficiently.

Visa-exempt: Who doesn't need to apply for India Tourist eVisa?

Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan do not require a visa to enter India. These travelers can enter, live, and work in India without a visa. For all other nationalities, a visa or eVisa is typically necessary to travel to India. For specific conditions and a full list of visa-exempt countries, please check the eligibility section at the top of this page.

Do children also require the India Tourist eVisa?

Yes, children require an India Tourist eVisa just like adults. The application process is the same for minors, and they must have a visa to enter India regardless of their age.

When applying for a visa for a minor, legal guardians need to provide additional documents:

A copy of the minor’s birth certificate.

Copies of the passports of the child's parents or legal guardians.

A consent letter signed by both parents or legal guardians, which authorizes the child's travel to India.

These extra steps ensure the safety and proper documentation of minors traveling to India.

India Tourist eVisa validity: How long can I stay in India?

Here are the options for the India Tourist eVisa we offer, along with their validity and entry types:

30-day double-entry visa: This eVisa allows two entries into India and is valid for 30 days, so you must use it to enter India within that time. You also have 30 days max stay from the date of your first entry.

1-year multiple-entry visa: This visa is valid for one year from the date of issuance. You can enter India multiple times during the year, and it permits stays of up to 90 days per visit for most nationalities, except for the U.S., UK, and Canada, who can stay for up to 180 days per visit. The maximum stay for all nationalities is 180 days per year.

5-year multiple-entry visa: This eVisa offers the greatest flexibility. Valid for 5 years from the date of issue, it allows multiple entries, with each stay capped at 90 days. Except for those from the U.S., UK, and Canada, who can stay for up to 180 days. The maximum stay within a year for all nationalities is 180 days.

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For both the 1 and 5-year India visas, you need to ensure that your first entry into India is within 120 days from the date the visa is issued. Plan your trips according to these rules to make the most of your India Tourist Visa.

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Validity period: How long can your visa be used for.

Max stay: The longest you can stay in India each time you visit.

Expiry date: This depends on which visa type you have.

For example:

If you've got a 30-day India Tourist eVisa, and the expiry date is March 14:

The latest date you can enter India is March 14, 2024.

This is the expiry date of your visa. From this date, you're allowed to stay in the country for up to 30 days.

If you've got a 1-year or 5-year India Tourist eVisa, and the expiry date is March 14:

The latest date you can leave India is March 14, 2024.

The expiry date, in this case is the date by which you must depart India.

You can stay in India for as long as your maximum stay but not longer than the validity period.

Can I extend my India Tourist eVisa?

Generally, the India Tourist eVisa cannot be extended. Tourists are expected to adhere to the validity period specified on their eVisa—either 30 days, 90 days per visit on the 1-year visa, or 90 days per visit on the 5-year visa.

If you need to stay longer than the terms of your original visa due to exceptional circumstances, you must apply through the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) or Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) in India. For detailed procedures and exceptions, it’s advisable to consult the official Indian government immigration website .

India Tourist eVisa required documents

To apply for the India Tourist eVisa online, you generally need:

Passport : A scan of the information page of your valid passport, which must have at least six months of validity from the date of arrival in India and at least two blank pages.

Photograph : A recent passport-style color photo, which can be uploaded during the application process.

Email address : To receive the visa confirmation.

Payment method : Credit or debit card for the visa fee payment.

Additional documents:

Depending on your circumstances and the purpose of travel, you may also need:

Travel itinerary : Details of your stay, including flight bookings and accommodation.

Financial proof : Statements or other documents showing you have enough funds for your stay.

Invitation letter : If visiting friends or family, an invitation letter may be required.

Note : This is a general list, and we will send a complete list of required documents via email upon application. This service ensures you are fully prepared for your application.

Once your visa is approved:

Confirmation delivery : You will receive an email containing your eVisa in PDF format.

Recommendation : We recommend printing out the eVisa and carrying it along with your passport when you travel to India, as immigration officers will want to see a copy upon your arrival.

We will be in touch by email if we need any more information from you during the application process.

India financial requirements

For the India Tourist eVisa, applicants should provide proof of financial stability to cover their stay in India. This can typically be shown with:

Bank statements : Recent statements indicating sufficient balance.

Sponsorship letter : If someone is sponsoring your trip, a letter from them stating their commitment to cover your expenses is accompanied by their financial documents.

These financial documents help demonstrate that you can support yourself during your visit to India. We will guide you on how to provide these proofs effectively as part of our visa application services.

India Tourist eVisa costs and processing times

The cost of processing your visa depends on the chosen validity and your nationality.

For those exempt from government visa fees, the only cost incurred will be our iVisa service fee. Countries exempt from the government fees include:

Argentina Cook Islands Fiji Micronesia Indonesia Jamaica Kiribati Marshall Islands Myanmar Mauritius Nauru Niue Papua New Guinea Palau Solomon Islands Seychelles Tonga Tuvalu Uruguay Vanuatu Samoa South Africa

You can check if you should expect to pay government fees at the top of this page. Note: all nationalities applying through us will still need to pay our processing fees. You will be shown a detailed breakdown of the costs during your application.

Typically, the processing time for an India Tourist eVisa ranges from 2 to 5 days. However, in certain cases, it might extend to a few weeks.

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Note: As per Indian government, dated 16.03.2022, e-Visa under the following categories 1 Year e-Tourist Visa has been restored.

Tourist Visas are issued to those who want to visit India for tourism, recreation, sightseeing, religious work, or visit India to meet their friends or relatives. This type of India visa is valid for use within 01 year/365 days from the date of the issue, and it allows travelers to visit India multiple times in these years. Applicants can visit India on any date within the period time of the validity of the visa. For all countries, continuous stay during each visit shall not exceed 90 days for countries except the USA, UK, Canada, and Japan. (For the USA, UK, Canada, and Japan Continuous stay during each visit shall not exceed 180 days). Electronic Indian Visa ( online Indian visa application ) is an official document, which allows travelers to enter and travel within India.

Travelers will receive their own eVisa via email after the completion of the online application form with the required information, and the online credit card payment is verified.

Eligibility:

Applicants under this visa category are citizens or permanent residents of the countries listed below: it allows the e-Visa for nationals of more than 165 Countries. They are eligible to apply for an online Indian 1 Year e-Tourist Visa. The validity of an ordinary passport for an ETA visa should be a minimum of 6 months. Please note that countries are not on the list below. They need to apply for a paper visa or need to contact the embassy.

Requirements:

A digital photograph of the applicant
Passport must have a validity of at least 6 months from the date of your intended arrival in India.

Eligible Countries for Indian 1-year e-tourist visa:

Albania
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Angola
Anguilla
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Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
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Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Barbados
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Bulgaria
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Costa Rica
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Dominica
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Finland
France
Gabon
Gambia
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Are you travelling to India soon for work? Then you will need a business visa, called e-Business visa for India. To apply for this visa, you have to fill in a digital application form and upload several documents. Read this article to find out which documents are needed and what they need to comply with.

Different types of Indian e-visa

India offers several types of e-visa to travellers who want to visit the country. These are electronic visa which can be applied for online, and each e-visa is suitable for a different travel purpose. For example, visitors travelling to India for tourism may apply for an e-Tourist visa. With an e-Tourist visa, you can go on holiday to India, or visit family or friends in the country, for instance. However, the tourist visa is not sufficient if you are going to India for business. In fact, in this case, you need to apply for a business visa: the e-Business visa for India.

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Validity and permitted business activities

The Indian e-Business visa is valid for 1 year , and it is a multiple-entry visa, which means it may be used for multiple trips to India during its validity period. Each stay in India may last up to 180 consecutive days. Holders of the e-Business visa may carry out several business activities in India. For example, you may visit companies to participate in negotiations, or attend meetings. You are also allowed to sell products and services and to recruit staff, as long as none of these activities is commissioned by an Indian organisation.

Which documents are needed?

On this website, you can easily apply for the e-business visa for India using an English-language application form . After filling in the application form and making the payment, you will have to submit a few documents to complete your application. The required documents are a clear passport photo, a scan or picture of your (valid) passport, your business card and a letter of invitation. Read on for further information on each of these documents.

Passport photo

The passport photo has to be sharp and in full colour. The subject’s face has to be fully in focus, they have to look straight into the camera, and glasses are not allowed. Furthermore, the photo has to show a serious expression and must be recent. Therefore, holiday photos in swimwear and pictures taken more than 6 months ago are not accepted. The passport photo’s background should be light and even. For example, a neat selfie in front of a white wall would be allowed.

Before your visa application can be processed, you also need to upload a sharp scan or photo of your passport’s information page. This scan has to be in full colour. Moreover, the information page, which includes the traveller’s name, nationality and date of birth, has to be fully visible. It is also important that all text is clearly readable. If the signature is on another page, then both pages should also be fully visible. If even one square millimetre of the passport is missing or covered, your application will be rejected.

If you submit your application via e-Visa.co.uk, both the application form and the submitted documents will be checked before being forwarded to the immigration department. If the visa experts find a mistake in your data or documents, they will contact you so it can be corrected in time.

Business card

For a few months, travellers applying for an e-Business visa have also had to upload a scan or photo of their business card. If you have no business card, you can make one on your computer or use a screenshot of your e-mail signature or a letterhead, as long as their layout resembles that of a business card. The business card has to include the following details:

traveller’s name;
name and address of the employer (in the home country);
a telephone number or e-mail address of the traveller.

Invitation letter

Business travellers also have to submit a letter of invitation from the organisation they intend to visit in India during their stay. If you don’t have an invitation letter yet, ask the organisation to prepare one for you. The letter has to contain at least the following details:

the full name of the traveller;
name and address of the organisation in India;
the duration of the trip;
the type of work that the traveller will perform in India.

Delivery time and cost of the Indian e-Business visa

Your application will be processed once you have submitted all the required documents. Once your application is approved, you will receive your Indian e-Business visa via e-mail. On average, it takes 7 days. to process visa applications. For urgent applications, the average delivery time is only 24 hours. However, to submit an urgent application, you have to pay a surcharge of £17.50 on top of the regular fee, which is £139.95 for a business visa. For a complete overview of the visa requirements, check out the page about the requirements of the Indian visa .

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As the summer holiday planning frenzy takes hold, there's a silver lining for all those travellers eyeing Asian destinations for summer vacations. You will find lots of options in India, but if you are planning for international travel, here are some quick updates on visa regulations that will promise you smoother journeys. These are extended visa-free entry and enhanced Schengen visa provisions. Read on to make informed decisions.

Sri Lanka's visa-free extension

Sri Lanka's hospitality continues to shine as the nation extends its warm welcome to Indian visitors. As reported earlier, the island nation has prolonged its visa-free entry offer until May 31, 2024. This means Indian travellers can explore Sri Lanka's beauty without worrying about visa fees for a delightful 30-day stay. However, one must remember to apply for an e-visa through the official website before embarking on their journey.

The program, first launched as a trial initiative in October, forms a key component of a strategic drive to rejuvenate Sri Lanka's tourism sector. Travellers from designated nations must complete visa applications via the official website prior to their departure. This complimentary visa permits a 30-day stay, facilitating hassle-free travel and discovery across the scenic island destination.

Thailand's extended visa-free entry

Thailand's recent announcement has stirred excitement among Indian travellers. Initially granting visa-free entry until May 10, 2024, the Tourism Authority of Thailand has now stretched this privilege further. As per the reports, Indian passport holders can revel in visa-free access for an additional six months, now until November 10, 2024. This extension grants a generous 30-day stay, doubling the previous allowance.

Multiple-entry Schengen visa for Indian travellers

The European Commission's recent adoption of a new Schengen visa rule spells good news for Indian travellers. Particularly beneficial for those with prior Schengen country visits, Indian nationals residing in India can now apply for long-term, multi-entry Schengen visas valid for two years. This milestone achievement comes under the new visa 'cascade' regime effective from April 18. For those who've lawfully used two visas within the past three years, this provision offers unprecedented ease of travel. Previously elusive, the availability of six-month, two-year, and five-year multiple-entry Schengen visas for Indian nationals is a significant step forward in fostering travel convenience and strengthening bilateral ties.

Japan’s e-visa

Japan has implemented an eVisa system tailored for Indian travellers, simplifying and streamlining the process of visiting the country. Commencing from April, Indian citizens meeting eligibility criteria and foreign nationals residing in India can now seek eVisas for short-term tourism activities via the application platform managed by VFS Global. With this update, visas will no longer be affixed as physical stickers in passports; instead, they will be digitally issued, providing a single-entry option for stays of up to 90 days.

Dubai’s 5-year multiple-entry visa

In February, Dubai unveiled a fresh visa initiative designed specifically for Indian travellers. This program presents a five-year, multiple-entry visa alternative, enabling stays of up to 90 days per visit. Additionally, travellers have the option of a single extension annually, not surpassing 180 days, suitable for both business and leisure purposes. Notably, this visa facilitates unlimited entries and exits within the five-year period, offering unparalleled flexibility for travellers exploring Dubai.

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