About e-Visa for India
The Indian e-Visa system is an online visa facility introduced by the Government of India in October 2014 to make international travel to India easier and more convenient. This digital platform allows eligible foreign nationals to apply for a visa without visiting an embassy or consulate. Applicants can complete the process online, upload the required documents, and make payment electronically.
An e-Visa may be issued for up to two visits per calendar year, depending on the selected category. The facility is available under five major types: e-Tourist Visa, e-Business Visa, e-Medical Visa, e-Medical Attendant Visa, and e-Conference Visa. The applicant must choose the visa type based on their travel purpose.
Once approved, the e-Visa is sent by email. Travelers must carry a printed copy of their e-Visa and valid passport when entering India. Immigration authorities will verify documents upon arrival and stamp the passport accordingly.
The entire process — application, document upload, and fee payment — is handled 100% online. Applicants must ensure all information is accurate before submission. Confirmation and visa results are sent to the registered email provided in the application.
About Indian e-Tourist Visa
The e-Tourist Visa is designed for travelers visiting India for tourism-related activities. It allows arrival through designated Indian airports or seaports under the e-Visa program.
- Validity: 30 days, 1 year, or 5 years
- Entries: Double or multiple (depending on nationality)
- Stay: Up to 90 or 180 days per visit
- Eligible purposes: Tourism, sightseeing, visiting friends/relatives, short-term yoga programs
- Urgent Processing: Available (24–48 business hours)
About Indian e-Business Visa
The e-Business Visa is for travelers engaging in commercial or professional activities in India. Eligible purposes include:
- Setting up business ventures or industrial projects
- Trade, sale, or purchase activities
- Attending meetings, trade fairs, or business conferences
- Recruiting manpower or delivering academic lectures (GIAN)
- Participating in exhibitions or providing technical expertise
- Conducting tours or industry visits
Validity: 365 days from the date of issuance, with multiple entries allowed. Each stay must not exceed 90 or 180 days, depending on nationality.
About Indian e-Medical Visa
The e-Medical Visa is issued for short-term medical treatment in recognized hospitals or treatment centers across India.
- Validity: 180 days from the date of ETA issuance
- Entries: Triple entry allowed
- Maximum stay: 60 days per visit
- Required: Letter from Indian hospital confirming treatment plan
About Indian e-Medical Attendant Visa
The e-Medical Attendant Visa is granted to attendants accompanying patients traveling under an e-Medical Visa.
- Up to two attendants per patient
- Validity: 180 days from the date of ETA issuance
- Entries: Double entry allowed
- Stay limit: 60 days per visit
About Indian e-Conference Visa
The e-Conference Visa permits foreign nationals to attend conferences, seminars, or workshops organized by approved Indian institutions, ministries, or UN-recognized bodies.
- Validity: 30 days
- Entries: Single entry only
- Required: Invitation letter from hosting organization
Which Airports & Seaports Accept the India e-Visa?
Travelers holding a valid e-Visa may enter India through 31 designated airports and 5 seaports:
Airports: Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bengaluru, Bhubaneshwar, Calicut, Chennai, Chandigarh, Cochin, Coimbatore, Delhi, Gaya, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Mangalore, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Indore, Kannur, Pune, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram, Varanasi, Visakhapatnam.
Seaports: Cochin, Mormugao, Mangalore, Mumbai, Chennai.
Although entry is restricted to these ports, travelers may exit from any authorized Immigration Check Post (ICP) across India. Depending on the visa type, double, triple, or multiple entries are permitted.
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FAQs
An Indian travel authorization is an official permission that allows eligible foreign nationals to enter India for tourism, business, medical, or related purposes. Application is completed online and processed electronically.
Typical processing times are several business days. Apply at least 7 days before travel to account for potential delays and document verification.
A valid passport (six months+ validity), a recent passport-size photograph, and supporting documents based on travel purpose (tourism, business, medical, etc.).
Extensions, conversions, or renewals are generally not available. If you need to stay longer, you may need to depart and submit a new application per official rules.
Many nationalities are eligible. Always check official eligibility information for your specific nationality before applying.
Online authorizations are requested and issued electronically, while consular visas require embassy or consulate visits. Each has different conditions on entry points and duration; review official guidance.
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