Bangladesh, 3rd Jan 2025 - India’s e-Visa simplifies travel for citizens of 169+ countries, offering options for tourism, business, and medical purposes. Applicants submit a quick online application, eliminating the need for embassy visits. E-Visas allow stays up to 365 days with multiple entries for tourism and business, and shorter durations for medical visits. Requirements include a valid passport, digital photo, and payment. Passport validity must extend six months beyond arrival, and applicants must enter through specified ports.
An e-Visa, or electronic visa (eTV), is a digital authorization for travel accessible via the internet. The Indian government seeks to enhance tourism by enabling nationals from over 169 countries to submit applications for an e-visa. This initiative has reduced the bureaucratic burden for foreign tourists by removing the necessity for traditional paper visas. International travelers who qualify can now visit India with a 365-day e-Visa, which allows multiple entries for e-Tourist and e-Business, three entries for e-Medical and e-Medical Attendant, and a single entry for e-Conference for a duration of 30 days. As most travelers now choose to complete the Indian Visa Application online, visiting the Embassy in person to fill out forms and submit documents to authorities is no longer needed. Hence, travelers are encouraged to use this program to get their Indian Visa e-Visa as the process is efficient and effective. The India e-Visa can be easily applied for with a short online application. Travelers only need to provide basic biographical information and their passport information.
Types of Indian e-Visa
- Tourist e-Visa
- Business e-Visa
- Medical Visa e-Visa
Eligibility Requirements for Indian Visa Application Online
- Be a citizen of any of the 165+ countries whose citizens are eligible for the Indian Visa.
- The purpose of your visit is tourism, business or medical.
- You must have a valid passport for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in India. The passport must contain at least 2 blank pages.
- When applying for Indian Visa online, the details provided must exactly match those in your passport. Any discrepancies may result in visa refusal or delays in visa processing/issuance/entry into India.
- Enter the country only through certain authorized immigration checkpoints, including 28 airports and 5 seaports.
- Make an online payment using your international credit/debit card.
- Check your email address. Your e-Visa will be sent to your email.
INDIAN VISA FOR CANADIAN CITIZENS
Canadians are able to apply for an e-Visa for most of their short-term travel requirements. Individuals from over 170 nations, including Canadian citizens, can submit an application for an e-Visa to India. The online platform facilitates the sending of visa requests for tourism, business, and medical reasons. Since 2014, Canadian citizens have had the ability to apply online for Indian visas thanks to modifications implemented by the Indian government. Canadians may utilize the India Tourist e-Visa for leisure travel within India. It allows for participation in sightseeing and recreational pursuits during their visit to the country. The Canadian Tourist eVisa for India provides multiple entries for Canadian passport holders. It is valid for 365 days from the date of issuance. It enables Canadians to stay for up to 180 days. Canadians are also eligible to apply for a double-entry tourist visa online, which allows them to enter India twice and remain for a maximum of 30 days. The India Business eVisa permits Canadian citizens to enter India for business purposes. It also supports various business-related activities including attending conferences, launching new enterprises in the country, and employing staff. It allows Canadian holders multiple entry into India. Valid for 1 year from the date of issuance. It grants Canadian citizens the ability to stay in India for as long as 180 days. There are two types of Indian Medical e-Visa for Canadians: Medical Patient e-Visa and Medical Attendant e-Visa. The first allows Canadians to travel to India for medical treatment. The second can be obtained by up to 2 fellow travelers. As a rule, it is friends or relatives who accompany the patient. Canadians can enter India three times (the second and third trips must be no more than 60 days after the first). It is valid for 120 days from the date of issue. Canadian citizens can stay up to 60 days per visit. Holders of passports issued by Canada can apply for an Indian e-Visa online. This electronic system makes it quick and easy to obtain an Indian Visa from Canada. Applicants simply enter their details into an online questionnaire and receive the e-Visa by email.
Required Documents for Canadians Citizens
- A Canadian passport that will be valid for at least 6 months after arriving in India
- Digital copy (scan) of the bio page of the Canadian passport
- Passport-style photograph of the Canadian applicant
- You can use a credit or debit card to pay for the eVisa fees.
- A valid Email address to receive the India e-Visa in their Inbox.
INDIAN VISA APPLICATION PROCESS
A total of 169 nations' citizens can apply for visas using online methods. Those wanting to visit India must acquire an Indian visa, also known as an Indian tourist visa. Citizens of specific countries have the option to travel to India by securing an e-Visa. The e-Visa is available for purposes such as tourism, visiting friends and family, short-term medical care, and business purposes. It is recommended that all applicants process their request for a standard Indian visa via the online portal. Individual regular visa applications receive approval online globally. For guidance on completing the form and to schedule an appointment, please visit the Indian Visa Services Online Indian Visa Application Process page.
There are three steps for the Regular Visa Application Form Process:
- The first step is to apply online and get a regular visa application form by mail.
- The second step is to submit your application form and documents at the Indian Mission or Visa Application Centre.
- The third step is to collect your Passport/visa from the Indian Mission, Visa Application Centre, or by post.
Here’s the required documents:
- Applicant photo – A recent photo of yourself, taken against a white background.
- Passport personal details scan or travel document showing your photograph and passport details.
- Copy of the last page of your passport (if applicable)
- A Valid email address so we can communicate with you.
- You can use a Credit or debit card to pay for the fees.
INDIAN VISA PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS
To travel to India, you need to first obtain an India e-Visa. This requires a valid passport, an active email address, and a credit or debit card. It is essential to verify that your passport is valid. Currently, individuals from 169 countries can apply for an e-Visa to India. For most travelers, acquiring the necessary visa for India is an uncomplicated procedure. The Indian government employs an online system for the distribution of the India e-Visa. India provides three types of e-visas: e-Tourist, e-Business, and e-Medical. The introduction of the India e-Visa aimed to simplify the visa application process and attract more international visitors. Given that tourism plays a crucial role in the Indian economy, the e-Visa serves as a convenient means for foreign visitors to enter the country.
PASSPORT REQUIREMENT FOR INDIAN VISA
- Must have at least six (6) months validity left by the time of arrival in India.
- Must contain at least two (2) empty pages for fixation of approved visa stamps.
- If need be, travelers may be required to produce their former passport used during the visa application process.
INDIAN VISA PHOTO REQUIREMENTS
- The size of the needed Indian visa photo is 22 inches.
- The image must be in color.
- The background of the photograph must be plain and light.
- Only clear, blur-free images are permitted.
- Your head height should be between 1 and 1.375 inches. In general, it should be around 1.3 inches.
- The top of the torso should be visible.
- Look directly into the camera when photography. Lowering your eyes is not permitted.
Media Contact
Organization: Visaindia
Contact Person: Mukesh Sharma Caitlin
Website: https://www.visagovindia.org/visa
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Country:Bangladesh
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