To get an Indian visa in May 2026, visit the official Government of India portal for e-Visa or regular visas, plus the new mandatory e-Arrival Card to be completed 48-72 hours before arrival. This more stringent digital pre-arrival form applies to all foreigners, including e-visa holders, to facilitate immigration and health checks.
Select Visa Type
Opt for e-Visa for brief visits if qualified: Tourist (1 year maximum), Business, Medical, Conference, or Medical Attendant categories fit most tourists from over 160 nationalities. Use regular paper visas for long-term requirements such as work, student, journalist, or if your country does not have access to e-Visas.
e-Visa: Processing time is 72 hours to 4 days. Regular Visa: Has to be submitted in person at VFS centres.
Applying for an e-Visa
Only access the official site: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa. Choose your category wisely—mismatches lead to rejections.
Fill the form with exact passport-matched details: bio-data, travel dates, entry/exit airports, occupation, and India address. Upload a clear colour scan of your passport (valid for 6+ months), a recent photo on a white background (<1MB), and an optional itinerary or booking.
Pay fees online by card (e.g., $25-80 for tourist e-Visa, depending on nationality and duration). Get ETA PDF by email, print it and show it at 30+ designated airports with your passport for stamping.
Normal Visa Application
Fill the form and register yourself on https://indianvisaonline.gov.in. Make an appointment at the nearest VFS Global centre/Indian consulate.
You must submit in person: a full, signed form, a passport, photos, proof of address/purpose (e.g. invites, medical letters), and an itinerary. Pay on-site; processing takes 5-15 days. Collect stamped passport or request mail return.
New e-Arrival Card Requirement
All arrivals must fill the e-Arrival Card online 72 hours max before landing – systems often reject after 48 hours. Visit the official portal (india-arrivalcard.gov.in or the link provided in the flight email)
Enter passport info, flight/seat details, India address and health declarations. Generate a QR confirmation to show with the ETA/passport at immigration – failure blocks entry.
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Travel Checklist May 2026
- Passport valid for 6+ months with 2 blank pages.
- e-Visa 1 week in advance; regular 4+ weeks.
- Fill out the e-Arrival Card 48 to 72 hours before the flight.
- Match all details exactly between documents.
- – Have printed ETA/QR, booking and proof of funds.
Please tell us your nationality and the reason for your visit so we can give you personalised fees, links and checklists. Digital shift reduces queues but requires accuracy – apply early to avoid May congestion.
