India Visa Overview
To visit India, foreign nationals require a valid visa, which can be applied for online through the official Indian portal indianvisaonline.gov.in for eligible tourist, business, or medical purposes; depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply for an e-Visa which allows entry through designated airports.
For longer stays or specific purposes, you may need to apply for a regular visa at an Indian embassy or consulate.
Nationals of Japan, South Korea and UAE (who previously had obtained a visa) are eligible for a Visa on Arrival at selected Airports
Key Points About Indian e-Visas
- Application platform: Apply for an e-Visa on the indianvisaonline.gov.in website.
- Visa types: Tourist (e-Tourist), Business (e-Business), Conference (e-Conference)
- Passport validity: Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your stay
- International Travelers: should have return or onward journey ticket, with sufficient money to spend during their stay
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Entry points: Check which airports are designated for e-Visa entry. (Note: Delhi is included)
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Required documents: Typically includes a passport-size photo, passport details, and visa fee payment.
Important Considerations
- Check eligibility: Not all nationalities qualify for an e-Visa, so verify your eligibility before applying.
- Application timeframe: Apply for an e-Visa at least a few days before your planned arrival.
- Regular Visa application: If you need a visa for a longer stay or for purposes not covered by the e-Visa, contact the nearest Indian embassy or consulate.
- e-Conference Visa: following are the required documents:
- Invitation from organizer (mandatory)
- Political clearance from Ministry of External Affairs, Govt of India (mandatory)
- Event clearance from Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt of India (optional)
