Visa Info
India Visa and e-Visa Information
Common India visa and e-Visa information for travellers visiting India. Indian citizens do not need a visa for domestic trips within India, but foreign passport holders should check the right visa category before booking.
e-VisaNot applicable for Indian nationals.
This information is only for foreign nationals landing in an Indian city. Indian citizens travelling within India do not need an Indian visa.
Usually at least 6 months from arrival, with blank passport pages
Varies by visa category; tourist e-Visa options commonly allow short stays with conditions
Varies by nationality, visa category and validity
Often 3-5 days for straightforward e-Visa applications, but apply earlier around holidays
Documents required
- Passport valid for the required period with blank pages
- Recent passport-size photograph and passport bio-page scan
- Confirmed or planned travel itinerary and accommodation details
- Email address and payment method for the online application
- Extra documents for business, medical, conference or long-stay visa categories
Step-by-step: how to apply
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Choose the correct visa category
Use tourist, business, medical, conference or regular visa guidance based on the actual purpose of travel.
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Use the official India visa portal
Start from Indian Visa Online or the official e-Visa portal, then select the nationality and visa type.
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Complete the online form
Enter passport, travel, address and contact details carefully; mismatches can delay approval or boarding.
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Upload documents and pay the fee
Submit the required photo, passport scan and category-specific documents, then pay the listed government fee online.
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Carry the approval while travelling
Print the ETA/e-Visa approval or keep an offline copy, along with your passport and return/onward travel details.
Good to know
- • Indian citizens travelling within India only need valid government ID and ticket details; no visa is needed for domestic routes.
- • Foreign nationals should use only official Government of India visa portals or Indian mission links, since many lookalike sites charge extra service fees.
- • Some nationalities, passport types and trip purposes are not eligible for e-Visa and must apply through an Indian mission or visa centre.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for flights within India?
No. Indian citizens do not need a visa for domestic routes, but they should carry a valid government ID accepted by the airline and airport.
Where should foreign travellers apply for an Indian visa?
They should start from the official Indian Visa Online portal or the nearest Indian mission website, then choose the visa type that matches the trip purpose.
Official source & latest news
This guide is general information for travellers visiting India, not legal or immigration advice. Visa rules, fees, documents and processing times change often — always confirm current requirements on the Government of India's official visa portal or with an Indian mission before applying or booking non-refundable travel.