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India e-Conference visafor events and seminars.

The India e-Conference visa is for attending a conference, seminar or workshop in India. The organiser’s paperwork matters most here, and we’ll check it’s all in place before you apply.

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  • 30 daysFrom the day you arrive
  • Multiple entriesWithin those 30 days
  • Organiser papersNeeded with your application
  • 4 to 120 daysHow far ahead to apply

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What the e-Conference visa covers

Conferences

International or national conferences in India.

Seminars and workshops

Organised by government bodies, companies or private organisers.

Speaking at an event

Presenting at a conference you’re invited to.

Not covered

  • Business meetings outside the event, which need an e-Business visa
  • Paid work
  • Journalism
  • Staying longer than 30 days

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
Invitation from the organiserOn the organiser’s letterhead, naming you and the event.Required
Political clearanceIssued by India’s Ministry of External Affairs. The organiser arranges this.Required
Event clearanceFrom India’s Ministry of Home Affairs, where the event needs it.If applicable
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.

Organisers upload the event details on the Ministry of Home Affairs conference portal. Ask them early for your clearance letters.

  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 is valid for 30 days from the day you arrive, with multiple entries in that time.

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-Conference visa30 days from the day you arriveAsk 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 to get an India e-Conference visa

Conferences in India are applied for under the e-Business visa category, as an e-Conference visa. The organiser registers the event with the Ministry of Home Affairs and gets clearances, then sends you an invitation and the political clearance letter. You upload these with your passport and photo.

Start early

Clearances can take time to come through, so contact the organiser as soon as you’re invited. You can apply up to 120 days before you arrive and must apply at least 4 days before.

Who can apply for an India e-Conference visa?

Anyone eligible for an Indian e-Visa who has been invited to a conference, seminar or workshop in India by a government body, public institution or approved private organiser. Your India e-Conference visa covers the event only. If you also have business meetings, ask us whether an e-Business visa suits you better.

Related pages

e-Business visaRegular business visa

Questions people ask

Who arranges the clearances for an e-Conference visa?

The conference organiser. They register the event and obtain political clearance from the Ministry of External Affairs, and event clearance where needed.

Can I have business meetings while I’m there?

If meetings are a main purpose of your trip, an e-Business visa may suit you better. We’ll help you choose.

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.

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