What are the different types of India eVisas?
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April 13, 2026
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What are the different types of India eVisas?

Last reviewed on April 13, 2026

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Important notes before you apply

  • Requirements vary: eVisa eligibility and document rules can change based on your nationality and travel history—always double-check before submitting.
  • Processing is an estimate: timelines shown on our site are estimates; additional reviews or security checks may cause delays.
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  • Fees & refunds: government fees are often non-refundable; service refunds follow our Understand eligibility for service refunds.

India offers several eVisa types:

1. Tourist eVisa (30 Days)

  • Purpose: Tourism, sightseeing, cultural exploration
  • Validity: 30 days from entry, double entry
  • Government Fee: $30-$50 USD (varies by nationality group)
  • Processing Time (estimated): 3 working days (normal), 1 working day (urgent)

2. Tourist eVisa (1 Year)

  • Purpose: Extended tourism with multiple entries
  • Validity: 1 year from issue date, multiple entries, up to 90 days per stay
  • Government Fee: $30-$70 USD (varies by nationality group)
  • Processing Time (estimated): 3 working days (normal), 1 working day (urgent)

3. Tourist eVisa (5 Years)

  • Purpose: Long-term tourism with multiple entries
  • Validity: 5 years from issue date, multiple entries, up to 90 days per stay
  • Government Fee: $30-$110 USD (varies by nationality group; not listed for every nationality)
  • Processing Time (estimated): 3 working days (normal), 1 working day (urgent)

4. Business eVisa (1 Year)

  • Purpose: Business meetings, conferences, trade exhibitions
  • Validity: 1 year from issue date, multiple entries, up to 180 days per stay
  • Government Fee: $30-$130 USD (varies by nationality group)
  • Processing Time (estimated): 3 working days (normal), 1 working day (urgent)

5. Medical eVisa

  • Purpose: Medical treatment in India
  • Validity: 60 days from entry, triple entry
  • Government Fee: $30-$130 USD (varies by nationality group)
  • Processing Time (estimated): 3 working days (normal), 1 working day (urgent)

For structured fees, documents, and processing times, see Visa requirements for India.

Quick checklist (to reduce rejection risk)

  • Accuracy: make sure every entry matches your passport exactly.
  • Documents: upload clear, legible scans/photos in the required format.
  • Travel dates: confirm dates and entry/exit details are consistent across your documents.
  • Contact info: provide a reachable email/phone for any clarifications during review.

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