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India business visa

Business travellers may use a business e-Visa, a consular business visa or, if eligible, a visa on arrival. A separate online option covers conferences.

Ways to get a India business visa

  1. Business e-Visa

    eVisa

    Eligible ordinary passport holders visiting for business. China's listed online route is production investment.

    Stay
    Up to 180 days per visit.
    Valid for
    1 year.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.
    Fee
    USD 120; fees can vary by nationality.

    Passports that qualify (126)

    1. Check your eligibility and planned arrival point.
    2. Apply online between 4 and 120 days before arrival.
    Apply on the official website

  2. Conference e-Visa

    eVisa

    Eligible e-Visa applicants travelling for a conference. China's listed online route is production investment.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    Valid for
    30 days.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.

    Passports that qualify (126)

    1. Check your eligibility and planned arrival point.
    2. Apply online between 4 and 120 days before arrival.
    Apply on the official website

  3. Business visa through a consulate

    Visa needed

    Business visitors who can provide evidence of a genuine business purpose.

    Valid for
    5 years.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.
    Fee
    Costs vary by consulate and region. Service providers may charge an extra fee.
    1. Prepare the application and evidence of your business purpose.
    2. Submit it to an Indian consulate in person or by post, or through a designated provider where available.

  4. Business or conference visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Ordinary passport holders from Japan, South Korea and the United Arab Emirates who meet the visa-on-arrival conditions.

    Stay
    Up to 60 days.
    Fee
    INR 2,000.

    Passports that qualify (3)

    1. Arrive at Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata or Mumbai airport.
    2. Apply for a visa on arrival.

  5. Separate online business visa for Afghan nationals

    eVisa

    Afghan nationals applying through the separate electronic visa module, including business visitors' dependants.

    Entries
    Multiple entries.

    Passports that qualify (1)

Who needs it

Travellers coming for business can apply for a business visa, unless a visa exemption applies.

How to apply

  1. Check that your nationality and arrival point qualify for an e-Visa.
  2. Apply online between 4 and 120 days before arrival.

Good to know

  • Keep each business e-Visa stay within 180 days.
  • A regular business visa is listed for 5 years and can be extended in India.
  • China's business e-Visa was replaced by the production investment category in December 2025.
  • Afghan nationals have a separate online business visa route that includes dependants.

Questions

Do I need a business visa for India?

Travellers coming for business can apply for a business visa, unless a visa exemption applies.

What are the ways to get a business visa for India?

There are 5 options: Business e-Visa (an online visa); Conference e-Visa (an online visa); Business visa through a consulate (a visa from an embassy); Business or conference visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Separate online business visa for Afghan nationals (an online visa).

Can I apply online for India?

Yes: Business e-Visa, Conference e-Visa and Separate online business visa for Afghan nationals. Eligible ordinary passport holders visiting for business. China's listed online route is production investment.

How long can I stay on a India business visa?

Up to 180 days per visit with a business e-Visa.

How much does a India business visa cost?

USD 120 for a business e-Visa; fees can vary by nationality.

How long is a India business visa valid?

1 year for a business e-Visa. Entries: Multiple entries..

How do I apply for a India business visa?

1. 1. Check that your nationality and arrival point qualify for an e-Visa. 2. 2. Apply online between 4 and 120 days before arrival.

What rules do I have to follow on a India business visa?

Keep each business e-Visa stay within 180 days.

Does my passport change whether I need a business visa for India?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the India visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a business visa for India be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

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