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India e-Miscellaneous visafor people of Indian origin.

The India e-Miscellaneous visa, also called the e-Entry visa, is for people of Indian origin, and the husbands, wives and children of Indian citizens, visiting India.

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  • 3 monthsFrom your first entry
  • Multiple entriesWithin the 3 months
  • Indian linkProof needed
  • 4 to 120 daysHow far ahead to apply

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Who it’s for

Spouses of Indian citizens

Husbands and wives of Indian nationals.

Children of Indian citizens

Children with an Indian parent.

Former Indian citizens

People who surrendered their Indian passport.

Not covered

  • Paid work
  • Staying longer than 3 months
  • People without an Indian family link, who use the e-Tourist visa

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
Proof of Indian linkOne of: your Indian parent’s or spouse’s voter ID or Indian passport; your parent’s or spouse’s OCI card; or your cancelled or surrendered Indian passport with surrender certificate.Required
Birth or marriage certificateShowing your relationship to the Indian citizen or OCI holder.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 is valid for 3 months from your first entry, with multiple entries.

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-Miscellaneous (e-Entry) visa3 months from first entryAsk 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.

India e-Miscellaneous visa or OCI card?

If you’re eligible for an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, it gives lifelong visa-free travel to India and is often better in the long run. The e-Miscellaneous visa is useful when you need to travel soon or aren’t eligible for OCI. Ask us which suits you.

What you need for an India e-Miscellaneous visa

Your passport, a recent photo, proof of your Indian family link, and a birth or marriage certificate. The proof can be your Indian parent’s or spouse’s voter ID, Indian passport or OCI card, or your own surrendered Indian passport with its surrender certificate. The India e-Miscellaneous visa is valid for 3 months from your first entry.

Related pages

Who can get an e-Visae-Tourist visa

Questions people ask

Who can apply for the e-Miscellaneous visa?

People of Indian origin and the spouses and children of Indian citizens or OCI cardholders, with documents proving the link.

I surrendered my Indian passport. Which documents do I need?

Your cancelled or surrendered Indian passport with the surrender certificate, plus your birth certificate.

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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