From application to arrival
Prepare your information, use the official application channel and check the issued document.
Prepare your application
Apply 4–120 days before arrival. Check the permitted entry points.
Submit through the official channel
Use India eVisa. Check the current instructions and total government charges before paying.
Review the decision before departure
Check the passport details, dates and entry conditions on the permission you receive.
What to prepare for your trip
Check each item as you prepare it. Labels show which documents are required, conditional, or recommended.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Costs & timing
Government charges and decision times for this route. Check the official service for your final fee.
Government fee
India’s official 8 September 2026 fee schedule lists e-Tourist prices by passport and product. Its footnote says a 3% bank charge is additional, but FAQ Q4 on the official eVisa page says there is no fee beyond the processing fee. These official pages differ; confirm the amount and total at the official payment step before paying. The processing fee is non-refundable even if an ETA is refused.
Read the official fee guidanceArrival paperwork is a separate step
India e-Arrival card
All foreign nationals must submit the e-Arrival card before entering India. Complete it online up to 72 hours before arrival; it records arrival information and does not replace a visa.
Open India e-Arrival cardDetails that can change your plans
Check the ancestry restriction
Travelers whose parents or grandparents were born in, or permanently resident in, Pakistan must use the regular visa route. Check the full ancestry conditions.
Official guidanceCarry the passport linked to your eVisa
If traveling on a replacement passport, also carry the old passport linked to the ETA.
Official guidanceIndia's e-Tourist Visa options have different validity and stay limits
The 30-day e-Tourist Visa is valid for 30 days starting with your first arrival, which must take place while the ETA is valid. The one-year option is valid for 365 days from ETA grant, and the five-year option for five years from grant; both allow multiple entries and no more than 180 days total in India per calendar year. The official portal also lists a separate six-month e-Tourist option. Product availability and individual stay conditions can vary by passport. Visa validity is not the same as the permitted continuous stay; follow the dates and stay conditions on your issued ETA.
Official guidanceCheck the passport rules for an eVisa
India’s eVisa is not available to diplomatic or official passport holders, laissez-passer or international travel document holders, or a person endorsed on someone else’s passport. Each applicant needs an eligible passport in their own name.
Official guidanceEnter through a designated eVisa port
An Indian eVisa is valid for entry only at the airports and seaports listed by the immigration authority; it cannot be used to enter by land. Cruise passengers must use one of the five designated cruise seaports. Check the current list before booking your route.
Official guidancePractical tips for India
Small preparation steps to keep your travel information within reach.
Check payment status before trying again
If your account was charged but the portal did not confirm payment, check the application’s payment status first. Wait while a transaction is pending before retrying to avoid a duplicate charge.
India at a glance
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Currency
- INR
- Calling code
- +91
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Paraguay need a visa for India?
For tourism in India, travelers using an ordinary passport from Paraguay should arrange an eVisa before travel. Apply 4–120 days before arrival. Check the permitted entry points.
Do I need to complete India e-Arrival card?
Required for this route. All foreign nationals must submit the e-Arrival card before entering India. Complete it online up to 72 hours before arrival; it records arrival information and does not replace a visa. It does not replace a required visa or travel authorisation.
How long can I stay in India with a visitor visa?
The 30-day e-Tourist Visa is valid for 30 days starting with your first arrival, which must take place while the ETA is valid. The one-year option is valid for 365 days from ETA grant, and the five-year option for five years from grant; both allow multiple entries and no more than 180 days total in India per calendar year. The official portal also lists a separate six-month e-Tourist option. Product availability and individual stay conditions can vary by passport. Visa validity is not the same as the permitted continuous stay; follow the dates and stay conditions on your issued ETA.
What fees apply for a India visitor visa?
India’s official 8 September 2026 fee schedule lists e-Tourist prices by passport and product. Its footnote says a 3% bank charge is additional, but FAQ Q4 on the official eVisa page says there is no fee beyond the processing fee. These official pages differ; confirm the amount and total at the official payment step before paying. The processing fee is non-refundable even if an ETA is refused.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official websites
Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.
About this guide
This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.
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