🇮🇳 India visa requirements
Do you need a visa for India? It depends on your nationality. 3 passports can enter India visa-free, 3 get a visa on arrival, 156 need an eVisa or travel authorisation, and 32 must apply for a visa in advance. Find your passport below, or review India's general entry requirements.
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India entry requirements (all travellers)
| Passport validity | Valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages |
| Return / onward ticket | Required |
| Proof of funds | Required Bank statements or traveler's cheques may be requested |
| Travel insurance | Recommended |
| Yellow fever | Required Certificate required if arriving from endemic countries |
| Hepatitis A | Recommended |
| Typhoid | Recommended |
| Malaria prophylaxis | Recommended Rural areas and northeast India |
| Routine vaccines | Recommended |
- Apply for e-Visa at least 4 days before travel
- Tourist e-Visa valid for 30, 90, or 365 days depending on nationality
- Keep a few passport photos handy — hotels may require them
Passports that enter India visa-free (3)
Citizens of these countries can enter India without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Visa on arrival for India (3)
These nationalities can obtain a visa at the India border or airport.
eVisa / travel authorisation for India (156)
These nationalities must apply online before travelling to India.
Nationalities that need a visa for India in advance (32)
Citizens of these countries must obtain a visa from a India embassy or consulate before departure.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs a visa to visit India?
32 nationalities must obtain a visa before travelling to India, while 3 can enter visa-free, 3 receive a visa on arrival and 156 apply for an eVisa or travel authorisation online. Find your nationality in the lists above for exact details.
How long must my passport be valid to enter India?
Valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages.
Do I need proof of funds or a return ticket for India?
Return/onward ticket: required. Proof of funds: required (Bank statements or traveler's cheques may be requested).
Is this India visa information official?
No. isvisarequired.com offers general guidance compiled from public government and IATA sources, last reviewed 2026-08-25. Always confirm current requirements with India's official immigration authority or nearest embassy before travel.