Official visa guide
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.
Not 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.
Authority first
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Passport validity
Usually at least 6 months from arrival, with blank passport pages
Stay duration
Varies by visa category; tourist e-Visa options commonly allow short stays with conditions
Government fee
Varies by nationality, visa category and validity
Processing
Often 3-5 days for straightforward e-Visa applications, but apply earlier around holidays
Official portal
Indian Visa Online — Government of India
Latest news
India visa policy updates
India MEA
Official travel advisories
Choose the correct visa category
Use tourist, business, medical, conference or regular visa guidance based on the actual purpose of travel.
Use the official India visa portal
Start from Indian Visa Online or the official e-Visa portal, then select the nationality and visa type.
Complete the online form
Enter passport, travel, address and contact details carefully; mismatches can delay approval or boarding.
Upload documents and pay the fee
Submit the required photo, passport scan and category-specific documents, then pay the listed government fee online.
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.
Entry readiness
Entry eligibility is broader than the visa itself. Use these checks alongside the destination's official portal and your airline's travel-document guidance.
Confirm that e-visa conditions cover your real reason for visiting India and your complete intended stay.
Match the booking, application and passport exactly. Check expiry, blank pages and physical condition.
Keep return or onward tickets, stay details and host information accessible offline when required.
Check every connection for transit permission, baggage recheck, terminal change, health or digital arrival forms.
Avoid delays and refusal
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.
Does a India visa or entry exemption guarantee admission?
No. The airline checks whether you appear eligible to travel, while India immigration makes the final entry decision. Keep your passport, onward travel, accommodation and any requested supporting evidence ready.
Should I book non-refundable flights before confirming India entry requirements?
Avoid non-refundable commitments until you understand the applicable entry route, document requirements and processing time, unless you accept the risk or an application specifically requires a reservation.
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.