E-Visa is a system developed with the aim of saving passengers from long-term and tiring bureaucratic procedures, as well as creating an alternative to visas issued at the borders. Online users can apply for visas online to the countries they wish to visit. Those who are considering applying for a visa can obtain their travel documents if they meet the requirements through the e-visa system. Online visas are issued mainly for touristic purposes. This system is not yet implemented to work permits or student visas.
Eligibility Criteria
- Recreation travel/Sightseeing
- Casual travel to meet friends and relatives
- Medical treatment including the treatment under Indian systems of medicine and business purpose and no other purpose/activity.
- Attendant to the e-Medical visa holder
- Business purposes such as attending a conference/workshop/seminar organized by the Ministry of Indian Government, State Governments or UT Administrations etc.
- The Passport must hold at least 6 months validity from the date of arrival in India. The passport must have 2 blank pages for stamping by the Immigration Officer.
- The travellers must hold the return ticket or onward journey ticket
- In case of international traveller who holds the Pakistani Passport or Pakistani origin should apply for the regular Visa at Indian Mission.
How to Get an E-Visa / Online Visa?
Visa procedures and documents requested vary by country, but the process is generally the same for every country. In order to obtain an online visa, first of all, the country of destination must provide this service. Passengers with valid passports can pay the requested e-visa fee through their credit cards, then print out the document and pass directly through the border. Many foreign citizens wishing to enter our country without going to any representative office or waiting in line to get approval, can directly apply for an e-visa only with their passport details. After completing the payment procedure, they can get their e-visas.
List of Countries Issuing E-Visas
Countries that use the online visa application have been increasing as the years pass by. As of 2018, 25 countries around the world have been using this system: USA, New Zealand, Armenia, Bahrain, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Gabon, Georgia, India, Kenya, Kuwait, Malaysia, Moldova, Myanmar, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Singapore, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Sri Lanka, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Documents Required
For e-Business Visa
- Scanned copy of Passport of the traveller showing the Photograph and Details
- Proof of Business Card/Visiting card of the travelling person or a letter from the Company stating the purpose of travel.
- Any invitation letter from the Indian parties that offers to conduct the business (optional)
- Recent passport-sized photograph
For e-Business Visa – Foreign Faculty Visiting India under the Global Initiative for Academic Networks (GIAN)
- Scanned copy of Passport of the traveller showing the Photograph and Details
- Invitation letter from the host Institute or University
- Copy of the course brochure
- Copy of the sanction letter under GIAN course that is issued by the National Coordinating Institute
- Copy of outline of the courses to be taken up by the faculty
For e-Conference Visa
- Scanned copy of Passport of the traveller showing the Photograph and Details
- Invitation from the organizer, which applicant would seek from this organiser.
- Political clearance certificate from the Ministry of External Affairs
- Event clearance certificate from the Ministry of Home Affairs
For e-Tourist Visa
- Scanned copy of Passport of the traveller showing the Photograph and Details
For e-Medical Visa
- Scanned copy of traveller’s Passport page showing the Photograph and Details
- Copy of RecommendationLetter from the concerned Hospital in India on its letterhead with the tentative date on which the admission has been suggested.
For e-Medical Attendant Visa
- Scanned copy of Passport of the traveller showing the Photograph and Details
- Proof of relationship with the attendant
Procedure for Applying e-Visa
Step 1: The foreign national applicant has to access the official authorized portal for Visa Application to India.
Step 2: Now the applicant will have to click on the “Apply here for e-Visa” link which directs to the e-Visa registration page.
Step 3: Here the new e-Visa application will be displayed
Step 4: The applicant needs to enter the following required details on the e-Visa registration listed below:
- Select Passport Type
- Select Nationality/Port Of Arrival
- Enter Date of Birth/Email ID
- Expected Date of Arrival
- Select Visa Service
- Enter the details of the applicant/Passport details
- Enter the applicant’s address/family details
- Enter Profession/Occupation details of the applicant
- Enter details of the Visa sought
- Provide details of the visiting purpose
- Previous Visa/Currently valid visa details
- SAARC Country visit details
- Mark Yes or No questions
Step 5: After entering all the requested details, click on the “save and continue” button.
Step 6: The applicant will have to upload the photograph as per the following specifications:
- Format of the photograph to be in JPEG
- Size to be of minimum 10kb and maximum of 1mb
- The minimum dimensions to be of 350 pixels (width) * 350 pixels (height)
- Recent front faced photo with the white background to be uploaded by the applicant
- Do not crop the passport image to use it as your recent photograph. Kindly Upload the clear front-facing
Step 7: Now, upload all the supporting documents that are mentioned above onto the portal before submitting the application. Then click on the “confirm” button.
Step 8: The applicant is requested to verify the particulars that are filled in the application form.
Note: In case of any provision of wrong information, the applicant shall face the legal action (including the refusal to enter Indian country or deportation)
Step 9: After verification, click on the “verified and continue” button.
Step 10: Now, the applicant has to click on the “Pay Now” button to make the requested payment which is payable through the relevant mode.
tep 11: Upon making the payment, the applicant will receive an acknowledgement through the registered mobile number and email address for further reference.
Step 12: The application id will be required for the status enquiry, e-Visa Printing and payment of visa processing fee.
FAQs
What is an eVisa for India?
The eVisa for India is an electronic visa that allows foreign nationals to travel to India for tourism, business, medical purposes, or conferences. It is a simplified online process that eliminates the need to visit the Indian embassy or consulate for visa stamping.
Who is eligible for an eVisa for India?
Nationals of over 160 countries are eligible to apply for an Indian eVisa. However, citizens of certain countries may be excluded or may require a different visa type, such as a regular tourist visa.