How many entries are allowed with the India tourist visa?

The number of entries depends on the type of e-visa you select when applying. At the moment, the following types are available: 30-day Tourist eVisa: it allows for double entry 1-year Tourist eVisa: it allows for multiple entries . You can stay for up to 90 days each time you enter the country. 5-year Tourist eVisa: it allows for multiple entries . With this visa type you can stay for up to 90 days per entry. Business eVisa: it allows for multiple entries . You are not allowed to stay for more than 180 days continuously. Medical eVisa: it allows for a maximum of three entries . It has a duration of 60 days. Medical Attendant eVisa: it allows for three entries maximum . It has a duration of 60 days. Conference eVisa: it only allows for a single entry and exit . It has a duration of 30 days.

India eVisa

Document

Validity

Maximum stay per entry

Multiple entries

Service fee

Government fee

30-day Tourist eVisa

Validity: 30 days after entry

Maximum stay per entry: 30 days

Multiple entries: Yes (2)

Service fee: 31 USD

Government fee: 0 - 26 USD

1-year Tourist eVisa

Validity: 1 year after issued

Maximum stay per entry: 180 days

Multiple entries: Yes

Service fee: 31 USD

Government fee: 0 - 41 USD

5-year Tourist eVisa

Validity: 5 years after issued

Maximum stay per entry: 180 days

Multiple entries: Yes

Service fee: 31 USD

Government fee: 0 - 83 USD

Business eVisa

Validity: 1 year after issued

Maximum stay per entry: 180 days

Multiple entries: Yes

Service fee: 31 USD

Government fee: 0 - 103 USD

Medical eVisa

Validity: 60 days after entry

Maximum stay per entry: 60 days

Multiple entries: Yes (3)

Service fee: 31 USD

Government fee: 0 - 103 USD

Medical Attendant eVisa

Validity: 60 days after entry

Maximum stay per entry: 60 days

Multiple entries: Yes (3)

Service fee: 31 USD

Government fee: 0 - 103 USD

Conference eVisa

Validity: 30 days after entry

Maximum stay per entry: 30 days

Multiple entries: No

Service fee: 31 USD

Government fee: 0 - 103 USD

30-day Tourist eVisa

30 days after entry

30 days

Yes (2)

31 USD

0 - 26 USD

1-year Tourist eVisa

1 year after issued

180 days

Yes

31 USD

0 - 41 USD

5-year Tourist eVisa

5 years after issued

180 days

Yes

31 USD

0 - 83 USD

Business eVisa

1 year after issued

180 days

Yes

31 USD

0 - 103 USD

Medical eVisa

60 days after entry

60 days

Yes (3)

31 USD

0 - 103 USD

Medical Attendant eVisa

60 days after entry

60 days

Yes (3)

31 USD

0 - 103 USD

Conference eVisa

30 days after entry

30 days

31 USD

0 - 103 USD

Not sure if you are eligible? Find out in our eligibility checker

HOW TO GET THE INDIAN VISA

Complete online application

Prepare your passport and fill in our simple online form in 5 minutes

Receive your travel visa

We will send you your approved visa in a few days, without you having to go anywhere!

Start your journey

Show your passport and the document we send you when you arrive

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EVISA INDIA

Before traveling, you will need to apply for the India eVisa that best fits the reason and duration of your trip.

To process your application for every type of eVisa to India, you will need the following:

A copy of your valid passport
A recent photograph
An email address to receive the visa
A bank card to pay for the visa fees

If you apply for the Medical visa, you will also need to provide:

A copy of the invitation letter on the concerned hospital’s letterhead

Those who are traveling for a Conference will also need to provide:

Invitation from the organizer
Political clearance from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India
Event clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India

If you need to apply for the Business visa, you will need this additional documentation:

A copy of your Business Card
A copy of the Business invitation letter

If you are missing any of these elements, your application for the Indian Visa will be saved so that you can complete it at a later stage.

The India visa application is processed online so all you need to do is complete the online form and attach the required documents. Also, our India visa online application helps reduce the chance of disapproval due to mistakes and is completed in just a few minutes.

Once you receive your approved India visa, please print it and bring it with your passport to your flight.

Do you need more information? See our complete guide: How to get a visa for India

FAQ ABOUT THE INDIA EVISA

The price will depend on the type of visa you are applying for and on your nationality.

Once you have your completed application in our system, the processing will take 2-3 working days, depending on your entry date to the country.

It depends on your nationality. Check if you need a visa by using our eligibility verifier.

There are no mandatory requirements, but there are certain recommendations for foreigners. For more information, read our guide about the vaccines recommended for travel to India.

You can submit your application online whenever you wish.

Your passport must always have an expiry date of at least 6 months starting from your date of entry into India.

By applying online you have the advantage of avoiding the long queues at the airport, and therefore ensure that you have the approval in advance so you can prepare your trip in time.

The number of entries depends on the type of e-visa you select when applying. At the moment, the following types are available:

30-day Tourist eVisa: it allows for double entry
1-year Tourist eVisa: it allows for multiple entries. You can stay for up to 90 days each time you enter the country.
5-year Tourist eVisa: it allows for multiple entries. With this visa type you can stay for up to 90 days per entry.
Business eVisa: it allows for multiple entries. You are not allowed to stay for more than 180 days continuously.
Medical eVisa: it allows for a maximum of three entries. It has a duration of 60 days.
Medical Attendant eVisa: it allows for three entries maximum. It has a duration of 60 days.
Conference eVisa: it only allows for a single entry and exit. It has a duration of 30 days.

Yes, you have to present your printed visa and present it along with your original passport.

You can apply for an extension of your e-visa at the airport in India but its approval is not guaranteed. This procedure cannot be done online either.

You do not need to have a booked flight before applying for your visa online.

You can check the status of your application at the following link.

The India travel requirements for tourists are: having a passport with 6 months validity from the start of the trip, having an approved India visa and being vaccinated against Yellow Fever if you come from an endemic country.

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CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR THE INDIA VISA

Do you need an e-Visa for India?
Use our eligibility checker to find out if you match with the requirements.

E VISA INDIA: MORE INFORMATION

Foreign nationals from Argentina, Cook Islands, Niue, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Solomon Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kiribati, Micronesia, Myanmar, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Seychelles, South Africa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uruguay and Vanuatu are exempt from visa requirements for travel to India. All other foreign nationals are not allowed to enter the country without a visa or an approved online visa.

If your nationality allows you to, you will be able to apply for an India eVisa 100% online. With Visagov, you will only need to fill in an online form and receive your India visa or India evisa to your email.

In addition to the visa, it should be noted that the Indian government authorities may reserve the right of admission. You will not be allowed to enter the country if you have lied or omitted relevant facts about yourself which may create a conflict or a threat to the country. In this case, you could be refused entry, even with an approved visa.