Frequently Asked Questions

India eVisa is an electronic travel authorization allowing you to visit India without going to an embassy. It is 100% online — apply, pay, and receive your eVisa by email. A regular India visa requires a physical embassy visit and paper documents. The India eVisa is valid for tourism, business, medical, and conference travel and is accepted at major international airports, seaports, and land crossings in India.

Yes! US citizens are fully eligible for India eVisa online. The program covers citizens of 160+ countries including the USA. US passport holders can apply for tourist, business, medical, and conference eVisas entirely online without visiting an Indian embassy or consulate.

Normal processing takes 48–72 hours. Our Express service delivers in 24–48 hours. Apply at least 4–5 days before your travel date. The Indian government advises applying at least 4 days in advance.

Stay limits vary by eVisa type: Tourist eVisa — up to 90 days per visit (30-day, 1-year, or 5-year validity). Business eVisa — up to 180 days per visit. Medical eVisa — up to 60 days per visit. Conference eVisa — duration of the event, up to 30 days. Validity starts from the date of issue, not arrival.

You need: (1) Valid US passport — 6+ months validity, 2 blank pages minimum. (2) Recent passport-size photo — white background, face clearly visible. (3) Scanned passport bio page. (4) Valid US email address. (5) Credit/debit card or PayPal for payment. For Business eVisa: company invitation or business letter. For Medical eVisa: letter from Indian hospital or attending doctor.

India eVisa is accepted at 28 international airports including Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM), Bengaluru (BLR), Chennai (MAA), Hyderabad (HYD), Kochi (COK), Kolkata (CCU), Goa (GOI), Ahmedabad (AMD), and Amritsar (ATQ). It is also valid at 5 seaports and 3 land border checkpoints.

India eVisas cannot be extended from within India. If you need more time, you must exit India and apply for a new eVisa or a regular visa from a consulate. For long-term stays, it is advisable to apply for a 1-year or 5-year Tourist eVisa before travel, which permits multiple entries up to 90 days each visit.

Our refund eligibility depends on your application stage. A cancellation fee applies if the application has not been submitted to the government. Once submitted, no refund is available regardless of outcome. Duplicate payments are fully refundable. The government's visa fee is always non-refundable. View our full Refund Policy.

The India e-Arrival Card is a mandatory digital form that all international travelers — including US citizens — must complete before arriving in India. It replaces the old paper arrival/departure card. You must fill it out online before boarding your flight. It is separate from your India eVisa. We recommend completing it at least 72 hours before departure.

You should complete the e-Arrival Card at least 72 hours before your scheduled flight departure. You can complete it up to 7 days before travel. Do not wait until the last minute — the form requires review and confirmation. It is available at indiaevisa.us/e-arrival-card.

The India e-Arrival Card requires: Full legal name, passport number, date of birth, nationality, purpose of visit, flight number and airline, port of embarkation (departure city), address in India (hotel/host), contact information, and health declarations. Keep your travel booking details handy when filling it out.

Yes. You can check the status of your India e-Arrival Card online at e-Arrival Card Status. You will need your passport number and date of birth to look up your submission. A confirmation email is also sent to the address provided in your application.

You can check your India eVisa status online at India Visa Status. You will need your application reference number and passport number. Status updates are usually reflected within 24 hours of a decision being made by Indian authorities.

The Indian government typically processes eVisa applications within 48–72 hours. Our Express service delivers in 24–48 hours. We send email notifications at each stage of processing. Apply early to avoid last-minute delays.

"Pending" means your application has been received and is under review by the Indian immigration authorities. This is normal during processing. If your application remains "Pending" beyond the expected processing window, contact our support team at visa@indiaevisa.us and we will follow up on your behalf.

India eVisa costs consist of two parts: (1) the Indian government's visa fee, and (2) our processing service fee. Government fees vary by visa type and nationality. Our service fees start at for Standard, for Express (72-hr), and for Express (24–48 hr). For a full breakdown of government visa fees, see Visa Fees.

No. We believe in complete fee transparency. The total cost shown at checkout includes our service fee. The Indian government visa fee is separate and clearly itemized. There are no surprise charges after submission. You will see the complete cost breakdown before you confirm payment.

Refund eligibility depends on the stage of your application. If your application has not yet been submitted to the Indian government, a cancellation fee applies. No refund is available once your application is submitted for government approval. Duplicate payments are fully refundable. Visa rejections by the government are not grounds for a refund of our service fee. Read our full Refund Policy for complete details.

Yes. All US citizens require a visa to enter India. The India eVisa is the most convenient option — it is applied for 100% online, requires no embassy visit, and is delivered to your email. US citizens are eligible for Tourist, Business, Medical, and Conference eVisas. Apply at least 4–7 days before your planned travel date.

October through March is the most popular travel season for US tourists. Weather is pleasant across most of India — ideal for the Golden Triangle (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur), Rajasthan, and southern beaches. Avoid the monsoon season (June–September) for outdoor-heavy itineraries. Kerala and other southern regions remain beautiful year-round.

The CDC recommends US travelers to India ensure they are up-to-date on routine vaccines and consider: Hepatitis A, Typhoid (especially if visiting smaller cities or rural areas), Hepatitis B, and Malaria prophylaxis for some regions. Consult your physician or a travel health clinic at least 4–6 weeks before departure. Travel insurance with medical coverage is strongly recommended.

Yes. Once your India eVisa is approved and you enter India, you are free to travel anywhere within the country covered by your visa permissions. There is no city restriction. You can visit Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Mumbai, Goa, Kerala, and more on a single eVisa entry. Just ensure you exit before your permitted stay duration expires.