An e-Tourist Visa for India is a type of electronic visa (e-Visa) that allows foreign nationals to enter India specifically for tourism-related purposes. It’s issued online and is easier and faster to obtain than a traditional visa from an embassy.
✅ What Does an e-Tourist Visa for India Mean?
It means you are granted digital authorization to:
- Visit India for sightseeing
- Visit friends or relatives
- Take part in short-term yoga programs
- Engage in recreational travel or cultural activities
Validity & Duration (as of 2025)
India offers three types of e-Tourist Visas:
| Type | Validity | Max Stay per Visit |
|---|---|---|
| 30-Day Visa | Valid for 30 days from date of arrival | 30 days (Double Entry) |
| 1-Year Visa | Valid for 365 days from date of issue | 90 days per visit (180 days for citizens of USA, UK, Canada, Japan) |
| 5-Year Visa | Valid for 5 years from date of issue | 90 days per visit (180 days for USA, UK, Canada, Japan) |
🌐 How to Apply
- Go to our official site: indiavisamalaysia.com
- Fill out the e-Tourist Visa application
- Upload:
- Passport-size photo
- Passport bio page (must be valid for at least 6 months)
- Pay the visa fee
- Receive the e-Visa by email (usually within 3–5 business days)
- Print it and show it on arrival
✅ Entry Points Allowed
You must arrive through designated airports or seaports (e.g., Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Kochi, Goa, etc.).
Land border crossings (like from Nepal or Bangladesh) do not accept e-Tourist visas.
❌ What You Cannot Do on an e-Tourist Visa
- Work or be employed
- Study long-term
- Do journalism or research
- Stay longer than allowed