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India e-Visa

Apply online for tourism, business, or medical travel to India. Guided forms, instant document checks, and an expert review before we submit to the government portal.

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India e-Visa

at a glance
Processing
2–4 business days
Validity
30 days – 5 years
Entry
Double / Multiple
Gov fee from
$25 USD
Issued electronically — delivered to your inbox, ready to print.

India visa options

Choose the visa that fits your trip. We'll help you pick the right one during eligibility check.

e-Tourist Visa (30 days)

Processing2–4 business days
Validity30 days from date of arrival
EntryDouble entry

Government e-Visa fee from ~$25 USD

e-Tourist Visa (1 year)

Processing2–4 business days
Validity1 year from date of grant
EntryMultiple entry

Government e-Visa fee from ~$40 USD

e-Tourist Visa (5 years)

Processing2–4 business days
Validity5 years from date of grant
EntryMultiple entry

Government e-Visa fee from ~$80 USD

e-Business Visa

Processing3–5 business days
Validity1 year from date of grant
EntryMultiple entry

Government e-Visa fee from ~$80 USD

About the India visa

The India e-Visa is an electronic travel authorization issued by the Government of India for eligible foreign nationals visiting for tourism, business, or medical purposes. It replaces the need to visit an embassy or mail your passport for most short trips.

Eligible travelers apply entirely online: upload a passport scan and photograph, pay the government fee, and receive the e-Visa by email. Present it (printed or digital) at immigration on arrival in India.

VisaCore guides you through the India e-Visa application, pre-checks your documents for common rejection reasons, and submits on your behalf — so you avoid delays and costly mistakes.

How it works

Apply in four simple steps

01

Check your eligibility

Enter your passport nationality and trip details to instantly confirm which India e-Visa category you qualify for.

02

Upload your documents

Add a clear passport scan and a recent photograph. Our system checks image size, resolution, and format before submission.

03

We review & submit

Our team reviews your application for accuracy and common errors, then submits it to the Indian e-Visa portal on your behalf.

04

Receive your e-Visa

Your approved India e-Visa is emailed to you. Print it or keep it on your phone and present it at immigration on arrival.

India visa requirements

Documents you'll typically need for your application.

Valid passport

Must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival in India, with at least two blank pages.

Digital photograph

Recent passport-style photo, white background, JPEG format between 10KB and 1MB.

Passport data page scan

Clear, legible scan of the biographic page in PDF or JPEG, between 10KB and 300KB.

Return ticket

Proof of a return or onward flight from India within your visa validity period.

Business invitation (e-Business only)

An invitation letter from the Indian host company or business contact.

Requirements may vary based on your nationality and visa type. Start your application for a personalized checklist.

Apply now

Start your India visa application

Check your eligibility and apply in under 2 minutes. No payment required to check.

Expert-reviewed before submission
Government fees shown upfront
Secure, encrypted application

VisaCore is a private visa support service and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the Government of India. Travelers may apply for an India e-Visa directly through the official government portal.

Government visa fees are non-refundable once submitted. VisaCore service fees are refundable if your application is not submitted due to an error on our part.

India visa FAQ

Answers to the most common questions about the India visa.

The India e-Visa is an electronic travel authorization issued by the Government of India. Eligible nationals apply online and receive the visa by email — no embassy visit or passport mailing required. It is valid for tourism, short business trips, and medical visits.

Most India e-Visas are processed within 2–4 business days. We recommend applying at least 4 days before your travel date. Rush processing may be available depending on embassy capacity.

For tourism, choose the 30-day, 1-year, or 5-year e-Tourist Visa based on how often you plan to visit. The 1-year and 5-year options allow multiple entries. For meetings or trade, select the e-Business Visa. Our eligibility check helps you pick the right category.

No. The India e-Visa is only valid at designated international airports and seaports. The major entry points include Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad. Your e-Visa confirmation lists all eligible ports of entry.

No. VisaCore is a private visa support service and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the Government of India. You can apply directly with the government, or use VisaCore to have your application reviewed and submitted on your behalf.

You pay the government e-Visa fee (starting at approximately $25 USD depending on visa type and nationality) plus VisaCore's service fee. You'll see the full, transparent breakdown before you pay — no hidden charges.

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