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India 1-year e-Tourist visafor repeat trips.

The 1-year e-Tourist visa lets you visit India as often as you like for 12 months. Ideal if you might go back within the year for family, holidays or a wedding.

Start 1-year application Call 0161 956 2003
  • 1 yearFrom the date it’s granted
  • Multiple tripsAs many as you like
  • 180 daysMost you can stay in a calendar year
  • Passport + photoAll you need to apply

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Perfect for

Regular family visits

Going back for festivals, weddings and family events.

More than one holiday

Winter sun and a summer trip in the same year.

Retreats and courses

Repeat yoga or short course visits.

Not covered

  • Paid work or business
  • Staying more than 180 days in a calendar year
  • Full-time study
  • Journalism

Documents you’ll need

DocumentDetailsNeeded
Passport photo pageA clear scan or photo of the page with your photo and details. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months and have at least 2 blank pages.Required
PhotoRecent, in colour, front-facing with eyes open and no glasses. Plain white or light background, no shadows or borders. We crop and resize it for you.Required
UK residence statusIf you’re not a British citizen: your UK eVisa share code page, BRP or settlement document.If applicable

Upload them from your phone. We check every document and resize it to the official limits before we submit.

  1. 1

    Apply online

    Answer a few simple questions and upload your photo and passport page.

  2. 2

    We check and submit

    An adviser reviews every answer, fixes photo or document problems and submits it.

  3. 3

    Receive your ETA

    Your Electronic Travel Authorisation is emailed to you once approved.

  4. 4

    Fly to India

    Print your ETA and show it at immigration, where your e-Visa is stamped in your passport.

Rules to know before you travel

How long you can stay

The visa lasts one year from the date it’s granted. You can stay up to 180 days in total in each calendar year.

It can’t be extended or changed

An e-Visa can’t be extended or switched to another type of visa once you’re in India, so choose the right one before you travel.

Arrive at an approved airport or seaport

You must enter India through one of the airports or seaports approved for e-Visas. All the main international airports are included, such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Goa and Kochi. You can leave from any immigration checkpoint.

Who can’t use an e-Visa

People of Pakistani origin, anyone with a military, police or security background (serving or retired), and holders of diplomatic or official passports must apply for a regular visa instead.

Fill in the e-Arrival card

Before you fly, complete India’s free e-Arrival card online within 72 hours of arrival. It’s arrival information, not a visa. How the e-Arrival card works

No protected areas

An e-Visa isn’t valid for protected, restricted or cantonment areas. Visiting places such as parts of the North East, Sikkim or the Andaman Islands may need a separate permit.

Can’t use an e-Visa?

Pakistani origin, a military or police background, work, journalism or a longer stay all need a regular visa. We help with those too.

Regular Indian visas

Fees

Two fees, shown separately, so you always know where your money goes.

VisaProcessing timeEntriesGovernment feeOur feeTotal you pay
e-Tourist visa, 1 yearUp to 180 days a yearAsk usMultiple entries–Call for price–

The government fee is set by India and depends on your nationality. It isn’t refundable, even if the visa is refused. Our fee is per person and includes checking your documents, fixing your photo and scans, and submitting your application.

No “express” fees. The Indian government doesn’t sell faster e-Visas, so we don’t either. Our job is getting your application right first time.

How the 1-year e-Tourist visa works

Your visa is valid for 365 days from the day it’s granted, not from the day you arrive. During that year you can enter and leave India as many times as you need, as long as your total stay in a calendar year doesn’t go over 180 days.

Because the 1-year e-Tourist visa starts on the day it’s granted, don’t apply too early: apply when your first trip is less than 120 days away.

1-year or 5-year?

If you’re likely to keep visiting India for several years, the 5-year e-Tourist visa saves you applying again each year. Your passport should be valid for long enough to make the most of it.

What you need for a 1-year e-Tourist visa

A passport valid for at least six months with two blank pages, and a recent photo with a plain light background. That’s all the 1-year e-Tourist visa needs. We check your photo meets the rules and fix it if needed.

Related pages

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Questions people ask

When does the 1-year e-Tourist visa start?

On the date the visa is granted, not the day you arrive.

How many times can I visit India on a 1-year e-Visa?

As many times as you like while it’s valid, staying up to 180 days in each calendar year.

How early should I apply?

At least 4 days before you arrive in India, and no more than 120 days before. We recommend applying 2 to 3 weeks ahead in case anything needs correcting.

Is the e-Visa fee refundable if I’m refused?

No. The Government of India’s e-Visa fee pays for processing your application, so it isn’t refunded if the visa is refused or you cancel your trip. That’s why we check everything before you pay it.

Can I apply myself instead of using you?

Yes. You can apply on the official website, indianvisaonline.gov.in, and pay only the government fee. People use us when they want a person to check their eligibility, fix their photo and documents, and handle the form for them so nothing goes wrong.

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