The Indian e-Tourist Visa is a mandatory digital authorization for international visitors travelling to India for tourism, sightseeing, casual visits with friends or family, short-term yoga programmes, cultural travel and leisure. By utilizing the 2026 streamlined Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, travelers from over 160 eligible countries can secure entry without the need for physical embassy appointments or passport mail-ins.
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Types of Tourist e-Visas & Validity
Depending on your travel frequency and duration, you can choose from three distinct e-Tourist categories:
| Visa Category | Validity Period | Number of Entries | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30-Day e-Tourist | 30 Days from Arrival | Double Entry | Short-term vacations & Yoga retreats |
| 1-Year e-Tourist | 365 Days from Grant | Multiple Entry | Frequent travelers & Explorers |
| 5-Year e-Tourist | 5 Years from Grant | Multiple Entry | Long-term travel planning |
Important: Visa validity refers to the period during which the visa may be used to enter India. The maximum length of stay per visit is governed by separate immigration rules and varies by nationality and visa type.
Continuous Stay Limitations
Important: While the visa may be valid for years, the duration of each individual stay is restricted:
General Rule: A continuous stay of up to 90 days per visit.
Exempted Nationalities: Citizens of the USA, UK, Canada, and Japan are permitted a continuous stay of up to 180 days per visit.
For 1-Year and 5-Year visas, the total time spent in India in one calendar year is usually limited to 180 days, even though the visa itself is valid for longer.
2026 Document Checklist
To ensure a high success rate and avoid processing delays, ensure your documents meet the following specifications:
Passport Bio-Page: A clear, colour scan of the page containing your personal details and photo. Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and contain at least two blank pages for immigration stamping.
Digital Photograph: A recent, front-facing photo with a plain white background. Format: JPEG (Min 10 KB, Max 1 MB).
Financial Sufficiency: Evidence of adequate funds to support your stay may be requested by immigration authorities upon arrival.
Arrival Ports: Entry is permitted through designated international airports and seaports approved for e-Visa holders.
The 3-Step Application Process
Online Submission: Fill out the secure digital form with your biographical and passport data.
Digital Payment: Pay the applicable government visa fee and service charges through our secure payment gateway. Government fees are non-refundable once submitted.
ETA Retrieval: Receive your Electronic Travel Authorization via email. You must print this document and present it to immigration officers upon arrival.