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India e-Transit visafor passing through.

The India e-Transit visa is for travelling through India on the way to another country, for example a stopover where you leave the airport. We’ll check whether you need one at all.

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  • 30 daysFrom your first arrival
  • Onward ticketNeeded to apply
  • Destination visaIf your next country needs one
  • 4 to 120 daysHow far ahead to apply

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What it covers

Stopovers

Leaving the airport during a connection in India.

Short transits

Passing through India overland or by air.

Not covered

  • Holidays, which use the e-Tourist visa
  • Business or work
  • Staying in India as your destination

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
TicketsYour confirmed ticket to India and your onward ticket.Required
Destination visaA visa or entry permit for the country you’re going to, or that country’s passport if you hold dual nationality.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.

  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 your first arrival.

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-Transit visa30 days from first arrivalAsk usAsk us–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.

Do I need an India e-Transit visa?

If you stay airside during a connection and don’t pass through immigration, you may not need a visa. If you leave the airport, change airports or stay overnight outside the airport, you need an e-Transit visa or another visa. Tell us your route and we’ll check.

What you need for an India e-Transit visa

Your passport, a recent photo, your confirmed ticket into India and your onward ticket, and a visa for your final destination if that country needs one. Your India e-Transit visa is valid for 30 days from your first arrival.

Related pages

e-Tourist visae-Visa airports and ports

Questions people ask

Do I need an e-Transit visa for a flight connection in India?

Not usually, if you stay airside and don’t go through immigration. If you’ll leave the airport, you need one.

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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