Tourist eVisa
Ideal for US citizens visiting India for leisure, sightseeing, heritage tours, yoga retreats, spiritual travel, or recreational purposes. The Tourist eVisa is the most popular India visa for Americans and covers nearly all non-business, non-medical travel purposes.
Eligibility
- US passport holders (valid 6+ months)
- Leisure, tourism, sightseeing
- Yoga retreats & wellness stays
- Visiting friends or family
- Short film/documentary viewing
- Casual trekking or adventure travel
Required Documents
- Valid US passport (6+ months validity)
- Passport-size photo (white background)
- Scanned passport bio page
- US residential address
- Valid email address
- Credit/debit card or PayPal
Visa Options
- 30-Day Tourist eVisa (Double Entry)
- 1-Year Tourist eVisa (Multiple Entry)
- 5-Year Tourist eVisa (Multiple Entry)
- Maximum stay: 90 consecutive days per visit
- Cannot be converted to other visa types
- Cannot be extended within India
Business eVisa
Designed for US professionals, entrepreneurs, and corporate travelers attending meetings, conferences, trade fairs, or conducting business in India. The Business eVisa allows multiple entries over 1 or 5 years and permits stays up to 180 days per visit.
Eligibility
- Business meetings & negotiations
- Trade fairs & exhibitions
- Technical or industrial projects
- Lecturing (with payment from Indian source)
- Sales/purchase of goods
- Setting up business in India
Required Documents
- Valid US passport (6+ months validity)
- Passport-size photo (white background)
- Scanned passport bio page
- Business invitation letter or company letter
- Company registration or business card
- Credit/debit card or PayPal
Not Permitted On This Visa
- Paid employment by an Indian company
- Journalistic or media work
- Research activities
- Missionary activities
- Medical treatment
- Long-term study or teaching
Medical eVisa
For US citizens traveling to India to receive medical treatment, Ayurveda, or specialized healthcare. India is a global leader in affordable, high-quality medical care. The Medical eVisa allows triple entry with stays up to 60 days per visit.
Eligibility
- Medical treatment at recognized Indian hospital
- Ayurveda treatment programs
- Yoga & wellness therapy (medical basis)
- Accompanying patient attendants (eMedical Attendant visa)
- Mental health treatment
- Post-surgery recovery programs
Required Documents
- Valid US passport (6+ months validity)
- Passport-size photo (white background)
- Scanned passport bio page
- Letter from recognized Indian hospital or doctor
- Supporting medical documents (diagnosis, referral)
- Credit/debit card or PayPal
Key Rules
- Valid for 60 days from date of first arrival
- Triple entry — allows re-entry for follow-up
- Attendants may apply for eMedical Attendant visa
- Treatment must be at a recognized hospital
- Cannot be used for tourism purposes
- Cannot be extended within India
Conference eVisa
For US citizens attending international conferences, seminars, workshops, or academic events organized in India. The Conference eVisa is a single-entry visa valid for the duration of the event, up to 30 days. It offers fast-track 48-hour processing for delegates.
Eligibility
- International conferences & summits
- Academic seminars & workshops
- Government-sponsored events
- UN or international body meetings
- Scientific or research symposiums
- Cultural exchange events
Required Documents
- Valid US passport (6+ months validity)
- Passport-size photo (white background)
- Scanned passport bio page
- Official invitation from the organizing body
- Event registration confirmation
- Credit/debit card or PayPal
Key Rules
- Single entry only
- Valid from event start to end (max 30 days)
- Conference must be approved/recognized
- Cannot be used for general tourism
- Cannot be converted to tourist or business visa
- Entry only at eVisa-enabled airports