Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of entry into the destination country.
What is the India e-Visa?
Simplify your trip to India with the e-Visa, the official electronic document that streamlines entry formalities for short-term stays.
Applying is easy: complete the online form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the fee. Once approved, you'll receive your e-Visa directly in your email inbox.
With the VisaNow platform, this process is quick and hassle-free, allowing you to focus on enjoying your trip without worrying about traditional visa formalities.
Important: You must print the electronic visa before traveling to India and carry it with you.
The Indian government offers several types of e-Visas, tailored for different travel purposes (tourism, business, medical, etc.). Each type varies in permitted activities, validity, number of entries, and maximum stay duration.
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By choosing VisaNow, you ensure efficient and reliable e-Visa processing, allowing you to focus solely on your upcoming adventure in India.
Who Can Apply for the India e-Visa?
Citizens of numerous countries are eligible to apply for the India e-Visa online. Click below to view the list of eligible nationalities.
View List of Eligible Countries
- Albania
- Andorra
- Angola
- Anguilla
- Antigua & Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bolivia
- Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cape Verde
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Croatia
- Cuba
- 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
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Japan
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Mali
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Niue
- Norway
- Oman
- Palau
- Palestine
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Republic of Korea
- Republic of North Macedonia
- Romania
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Saint Kitts & Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent & the Grenadines
- Samoa
- San Marino
- São Tomé & Príncipe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- Suriname
- Swaziland
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tonga
- Trinidad & Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Turks & Caicos Islands
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States of America
- Uruguay
- Uzbekistan
- Vanuatu
- Vatican City
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Note: This list is subject to change by the Indian government. For definitive eligibility and for long-term stays, employment, or residence, please consult the official Indian government sources or apply through an embassy. Travelers of Pakistani origin or holding Pakistani passports must also apply through an embassy.
India e-Visa Requirements
Before starting your application, make sure you have the following documents ready:
Passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your expected date of arrival in India.
Recent Photograph: Formal face photo according to specifications (usually JPG format).
Depending on your travel purpose, additional documents might be requested:
- Return or onward journey ticket.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the stay.
- Business card of the cooperating company (for business).
- Invitation letter from a hospital, event organizer, or business partner.
- Political clearance from India's Ministry of External Affairs (if applicable).
If additional documentation is needed, our visa experts will contact you via email.
How to Apply for an India e-Visa in 5 Steps
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Complete the Form
Fill out the online form with your personal and passport details.
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Travel Details
Provide information about your travel plans and the purpose of your visit.
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Upload Documents
Attach the required documents in PDF or JPG formats.
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Review and Confirm
Carefully verify all the information before submitting.
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Pay the Fee
Make the secure online payment for the visa processing service.
The Indian government usually processes applications within approximately 3 business days.
It's important to note that processing time may vary depending on the volume of applications or possible additional requirements. Therefore, we strongly suggest submitting your application with VisaNow at least one to two weeks before your planned travel date to allow sufficient buffer time.
Once approved, you will receive the e-Visa via email. Don't forget to print it before departure!
India e-Visa Validity and Stay Duration
The validity period and the permitted length of stay in India vary depending on the type of e-Visa you apply for:
Tourism (30 days)
Double entry, valid for 30 days from the date of arrival in India.
Tourism (1 year)
Multiple entries, valid for 1 year from the date of issue, maximum cumulative stay of 180 days.
Tourism (5 years)
Multiple entries, valid for 5 years from the date of issue, maximum stay of 180 days per year.
Business
Multiple entries, valid for 1 year from the date of issue, maximum cumulative stay of 180 days.
Conference
Single entry, valid for 30 days from the date of arrival in India.
Ayurveda
Triple entry, valid for 60 days from the date of arrival in India.
Medical
Triple entry, valid for 60 days from the date of arrival in India.
Medical Attendant
Triple entry, valid for 60 days from the date of arrival in India.
All exact details of your visa (validez, entries, etc.) will be specified on the approved e-Visa document. Ensure it aligns with your travel plans.
India e-Visa Processing Time
The estimated processing time by the Indian government is approximately 3 business days.
It's important to note that this time may vary depending on the volume of applications or possible additional requirements. Therefore, we strongly suggest submitting your application with VisaNow at least one to two weeks before your planned travel date to allow sufficient buffer time.
Permitted Entry Ports with e-Visa
Travelers entering India with an e-Visa must do so through the designated airports or seaports:
Airports:
- Ahmedabad (AMD)
- Amritsar (ATQ)
- Bagdogra (IXB)
- Bengaluru (BLR)
- Bhubaneswar (BBI)
- Calicut (CCJ)
- Chandigarh (IXC)
- Chennai (MAA)
- Cochin (COK)
- Coimbatore (CJB)
- Delhi (DEL)
- Gaya (GAY)
- Goa Dabolim (GOI)
- Goa Mopa (GOX)
- Guwahati (GAU)
- Hyderabad (HYD)
- Indore (IDR)
- Jaipur (JAI)
- Kannur (CNN)
- Kolkata (CCU)
- Lucknow (LKO)
- Madurai (IXM)
- Mangalore (IXE)
- Mumbai (BOM)
- Nagpur (NAG)
- Port Blair (IXZ)
- Pune (PNQ)
- Tiruchirapalli (TRZ)
- Trivandrum (TRV)
- Varanasi (VNS)
- Visakhapatnam (VTZ)
Seaports:
- Chennai
- Cochin
- Goa
- Mangalore
- Mumbai
Ensure your travel itinerary includes entry through one of these points.
Sample of an India e-Visa
To show you what to expect, here is a visual example of what an approved e-Visa looks like:
Your final document will contain your personal data and all the specific details of your visa.
Potential Reasons for India e-Visa Rejection
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