What documents does a United Kingdom citizen need for a India visa?

- Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with 2 blank pages - Digital passport-style photo (white background) - Scanned copy of the passport bio page - A valid debit/credit card to pay the fee online - Return or onward travel details - Proof of accommodation may be requested at immigration

What types of visas can United Kingdom citizens get for India?

- e-Tourist visa - single, multiple, or double entry; validity of 30 days, 1 year, or 5 years; maximum continuous stay typically 90 days per visit - e-Business visa - 1 year validity, multiple entry, maximum 180 days per visit - e-Medical visa - triple entry, 60 days validity, for travelers seeking medical treatment

How do United Kingdom citizens apply for a India visa?

- Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before travel (and no more than 120 days in advance) - Upload your photo and passport bio page scan - Pay the e-visa fee online by card - Approval (the ETA) is emailed, typically within 72 hours - Print the approval and carry it with your passport; arrival is only permitted through designated international airports and select seaports

How much does a India visa cost for United Kingdom citizens?

- e-Tourist visa fee ranges from around USD 10 (30-day) to USD 80 (1-year) to USD 100 (5-year), depending on duration and season - A non-refundable bank/processing charge of roughly 2.5% applies - Standard processing time is 72 hours, though approval can arrive sooner - No in-person interview is required

What should United Kingdom citizens know before traveling to India?

- Apply well before your trip, as occasional backlogs can push approval past 72 hours - Common rejection reasons include a blurry photo, mismatched passport details, or a passport nearing expiry - Keep a printed copy of the ETA with your passport at check-in and immigration - The tourist e-visa generally cannot be extended from within India except in genuine emergencies through the local Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO)

India Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

British citizens need an e-Visa for India, applied for online before travel and typically approved within a few days.

Guide last updated October 10, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with 2 blank pages
Digital passport-style photo (white background)
Scanned copy of the passport bio page
A valid debit/credit card to pay the fee online
Return or onward travel details
Proof of accommodation may be requested at immigration

Visa types

e-Tourist visa - single, multiple, or double entry; validity of 30 days, 1 year, or 5 years; maximum continuous stay typically 90 days per visit
e-Business visa - 1 year validity, multiple entry, maximum 180 days per visit
e-Medical visa - triple entry, 60 days validity, for travelers seeking medical treatment

How to apply online

Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before travel (and no more than 120 days in advance)
Upload your photo and passport bio page scan
Pay the e-visa fee online by card
Approval (the ETA) is emailed, typically within 72 hours
Print the approval and carry it with your passport; arrival is only permitted through designated international airports and select seaports

Fees & processing time

e-Tourist visa fee ranges from around USD 10 (30-day) to USD 80 (1-year) to USD 100 (5-year), depending on duration and season
A non-refundable bank/processing charge of roughly 2.5% applies
Standard processing time is 72 hours, though approval can arrive sooner
No in-person interview is required

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

Apply well before your trip, as occasional backlogs can push approval past 72 hours
Common rejection reasons include a blurry photo, mismatched passport details, or a passport nearing expiry
Keep a printed copy of the ETA with your passport at check-in and immigration
The tourist e-visa generally cannot be extended from within India except in genuine emergencies through the local Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO)

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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