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India visa on arrival

Eligible ordinary passport holders can apply at six airports. The visa covers tourism, business, medical visits and conferences.

Ways to get a India visa on arrival

  1. Airport visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Ordinary passport holders from Japan, South Korea and the United Arab Emirates visiting for tourism, business, medical care or a conference, subject to the family-history restrictions.

    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.

Who needs it

Eligible travellers who choose this route apply when they arrive at a participating airport.

How to apply

  1. Check that you hold an eligible ordinary passport and meet the family-history rules.
  2. Arrive at a participating airport and apply for a visa on arrival.

What to bring

  • Ordinary passport.

Good to know

  • Use Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata or Mumbai airport.
  • Use this facility no more than twice in a calendar year.
  • You do not qualify if you, a parent or a grandparent were born in or permanently lived in Pakistan.
  • Eligible travellers can apply for an e-Visa instead when arriving through another approved e-Visa entry point.
  • An older arrival scheme for Pakistani citizens over 65 is described separately, but visas for Pakistani citizens were cancelled and issuance suspended indefinitely in April 2025.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for India?

Eligible travellers who choose this route apply when they arrive at a participating airport.

How long can I stay on a India visa on arrival?

Up to 60 days.

How much does a India visa on arrival cost?

INR 2,000.

What documents do I need for a India visa on arrival?

Ordinary passport..

How do I apply for a India visa on arrival?

1. 1. Check that you hold an eligible ordinary passport and meet the family-history rules. 2. 2. Arrive at a participating airport and apply for a visa on arrival.

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

Use Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata or Mumbai airport. Use this facility no more than twice in a calendar year. You do not qualify if you, a parent or a grandparent were born in or permanently lived in Pakistan.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival 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 visa on arrival 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.

Where do I check the latest India visa on arrival rules?

On India's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in India?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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