India · Visas & Immigration

India e-Visa

India's official electronic visa system - the government's own channel for tourist and other e-visa applications.

What it helps with

A tourist visa onlineNo embassy visit.
Several visits in a yearMultiple-entry options.
Avoiding fake visa sitesOfficial portal only.

About India e-Visa

The official e-visa portal is India's government-run system for issuing electronic visas to eligible foreign nationals, covering tourist, business and medical visa categories without needing an embassy visit for most applicants.

Key Features

Online Application: Complete the entire visa application process online for eligible nationalities.
Multiple Visa Categories: Covers tourist, business and medical e-visas depending on purpose of travel.
Official Government Fees: Pay the actual government-set fee directly, avoiding third-party markups.
Digital Approval: Receive your e-visa electronically to present alongside your passport on arrival.

How to Get Started

Visit the official e-visa portal and confirm your nationality is eligible.
Complete the online application with passport details and a digital photo.
Pay the visa fee through the portal's official payment system.
Print or save your approved e-visa for presentation on arrival.

Before you use it

Sign-up: Apply at least four days before arrival on indianvisaonline.gov.in; e-Visas are valid only at designated airports and seaports.
Limits: Look-alike sites charge extra; the government portal address ends in gov.in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does India e-Visa work with a foreign bank card in India?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is India e-Visa available in English?: Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
Do I need a local phone number to use India e-Visa?: No, an international phone number generally works for India e-Visa.
Do I need local ID or residency for India e-Visa?: No, India e-Visa doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use India e-Visa?: iOS · Android · Web
How much does India e-Visa cost?: Fee by nationality and visa type, paid online