Visas, the e-Visa process, embassy contacts, and registration: the paperwork side of arriving in India.
Who needs an Indian visa, the visa types and fees, Visa on Arrival eligibility, and the PIO/OCI questions, all in one FAQ.
Who needs an Indian VISA?
Foreigners coming to India need a valid passport from their country of origin and a valid Indian VISA.
Can we get a VISA on arrival?
For almost...
The document and photo checklist to have ready before you apply, whether by e-Visa or in person. For visa types, fees, and general FAQs, see Visa.
Couple of things to note first
If you ask me, mostly No. India gives e-Visas. Going to an embassy abroad is a waste of time. For some nations there is also Visa on arrival. Check out The Gov of India e-Visa site.
However, if you are a journalist, researcher, student or seeking...
2026 Tourist Update: Good news: everything below is history. If your child has an OCI card, she is exempt from registration for life. Young children are exempt anyway even without an OCI card. Check the current age cutoff on the portal. Everyone else registers directly online at the e-FRRO porta...