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Indian visa guidesin plain English.

Our Indian visa guides give clear answers to the questions we hear every day: who can get an e-Visa, photo rules, the e-Arrival card, fees, airports and what to do if you’re refused.

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Indian e-Visa eligible countries

Check whether your nationality can apply for an Indian e-Visa.

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Indian e-Visa photo and document requirements

The official photo, passport scan and document size rules, explained.

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India e-Arrival card

India’s free online arrival card: who fills it in, when, and how.

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Indian e-Visa airports and seaports

The airports and seaports where you can arrive on an Indian e-Visa.

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Indian e-Visa fees explained

The government fee and our service fee, and what each pays for.

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Indian e-Visa refused? What to do next

Common reasons for refusal and how to apply again.

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Can’t find your answer?

Call us on 0161 956 2003 or send us a message on WhatsApp. We’re happy to answer quick questions, whether or not you apply through us.

Why we write these Indian visa guides

Indian visa rules change, and the official website can be hard to follow. Our Indian visa guides explain the rules in plain English, based on the Government of India’s own information, and we update them when the rules change.

Every guide is free to read. If you’d like us to handle your application, you can start online or call us.

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Questions people ask

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.

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.

Are these Indian visa guides official?

No. They’re written by our team from the Government of India’s official information. Always check the latest rules before you travel.

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