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Indian India e-Transit Visa

India's electronic visa for travellers passing through India on the way to another country, applied for online in advance.

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India's official e-Visa sub-categories are e-Tourist, e-Business, e-Medical, e-Medical Attendant and e-Conference - a dedicated 'e-Transit' e-Visa was NOT confirmed on the official portal; the transit rules below (15-day validity, single/double entry, 72-hour stay) come from the general Transit Visa guidance and must be verified against boi.gov.in / indianvisaonline.gov.in, including whether transit is available electronically or only as a regular/sticker visa.

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-Transit Visa
Route type
Transit
Purpose
Direct transit through India to a destination outside India
Validity
Around 15 days from issue
Figure unverified - confirm on the official portal.
Maximum stay
Up to 72 hours per entry
Direct transit only; figure unverified.
Number of entries
Single or double entry
Unverified - confirm on the official portal.
Where to apply
Official Indian visa portal / Indian mission
Confirm whether transit is available electronically or only as a regular sticker visa.

Who can apply

  • Travellers passing through India to an onward destination

What you can do

  • Transit through India to reach another country

Requirements

  • A passport with at least six months' validity from arrival and blank pages for stamping
  • Your sole purpose must be to travel through India to a destination in another country
  • Confirmed onward travel documentation (for example an onward ticket) showing you are transiting, not visiting
  • Transit is for direct transit only and stay is strictly limited per entry

How to apply

  • Check on the official portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in) or with the Indian mission whether transit is available as an e-Visa or only as a regular sticker visa for your nationality
  • Complete the online application form
  • Provide proof of onward travel out of India
  • Pay the applicable fee
  • Carry your visa or ETA and onward travel evidence for immigration on arrival

Documents you may need

  • A scanned copy of your passport bio (photo) page
  • A recent passport-style photograph
  • Confirmed onward travel tickets showing your destination outside India
  • A valid email address and a means of paying the fee

Frequently asked questions

  • A transit visa is only for direct transit and the stay per entry is strictly limited (commonly cited as up to 72 hours). Confirm the exact stay, validity and entries on the official Bureau of Immigration guidance before travelling.

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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