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Indian India e-Tourist Visa

India's electronic visa for tourism, sightseeing, casual visits to meet friends or relatives and short-term programmes, applied for online in advance.

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Number of entries on the 30-day option (double vs multiple entry) and the exact per-nationality fee were not directly confirmed against the official portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in blocked direct fetch); verify against the official e-Tourist fee schedule and the current portal text before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official India government website before you apply.
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Official name
e-Tourist Visa
Route type
Tourist visa
Validity
30 days, 1 year or 5 years
You choose one option when applying. The 30-day validity runs from your first arrival in India; the 1-year and 5-year validity runs from the date the ETA is granted.
Maximum stay
Up to 180 days per calendar year
Applies to the 1-year and 5-year options. Some nationalities are limited to a shorter continuous stay - check the portal for your nationality.
Number of entries
Double or multiple entry
Depends on the option chosen; confirm on the portal for your nationality.
Where to apply
Online at indianvisaonline.gov.in
Apply from
Up to 120 days before arrival
Cost
Varies by nationality
The e-Tourist Visa fee is set in the official nationality-tiered fee schedule on the portal; there is no single flat fee. Fee verification pending.

Who can apply

  • Travellers visiting India for tourism or sightseeing
  • People making a casual visit to meet friends or relatives

What you can do

  • Visit India for tourism, sightseeing and recreation
  • Meet friends or relatives on a casual visit

Requirements

  • A passport with at least six months' validity from your date of arrival in India and at least two blank pages for stamping
  • A nationality that appears on the official list of countries eligible for the Indian e-Visa
  • Travel purpose limited to tourism, sightseeing, casual visits to meet friends or relatives, or a short-term recreational programme
  • The e-Tourist Visa is non-extendable, non-convertible and does not permit work, study or journalistic activities

How to apply

  • Apply online through the official Indian e-Visa portal at indianvisaonline.gov.in - you can apply up to 120 days before your intended arrival
  • Complete the application form and choose your validity option (30-day, 1-year or 5-year)
  • Upload a recent passport-style photograph and a scan of your passport bio page
  • Pay the e-Visa fee online
  • Receive your Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) by email and carry a printout with you
  • Enter India through one of the designated e-Visa airports or seaports

Documents you may need

  • A scanned copy of your passport bio (photo) page
  • A recent passport-style colour photograph meeting the portal's specifications
  • A valid email address to receive the ETA
  • A debit or credit card to pay the fee online

Frequently asked questions

  • You can submit the online application up to 120 days before your intended date of arrival in India. The ETA is emailed to you and should be printed and carried for travel.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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