Indian visa policy is constantly changing and is being digitalized. The Internet has changed everything and now you can apply for visa applications online without visiting a local Indian Mission or Indian Embassy.
If you’re in the mood to visit India then the most convenient method is to apply online.
India offers several classes of visas based on the reason behind visiting and two aspects decide whether one can qualify for an Indian Visa online.
These are:
1. Nationality / Citizenship on passport, and
2. Intent or purpose of travel
Citizenship Criteria for Indian Visa Online
India provides the following types of visas based on the citizenship of the traveller
1. Visa Free (citizens of these countries do not require visas).
2. Visa on arrival countries for a limited time and at limited airports.
3. eVisa (currently 180 countries are eligible)
4. Paper or Traditional visa required by countries
5. Government clearance is required in countries like Pakistan
Citizenship criteria for online eVisa
India has the following types of Visas based on the citizenship of the traveller:
1. Visa-Free countries like Maldives and Nepal.
2. Visa On Arrival countries for a limited time and at limited airports.
3. eVisa India countries (citizens from 180 countries are eligible for Indian Online Visa).
4. Paper or Traditional Visa required countries.
5. Government clearance is required in countries like Pakistan.
The most secure, reliable, and efficient method is to apply online which is eVisa. eVisa has several categories and those are Indian Tourist Visa, Indian Medical Visa, Indian Medical Attendant Visa, and Indian Business Visa.
Intent Criteria for Indian Visa Online
If you’re visiting India for the following intentions and activities, You can apply for an eVisa online under the “Indian Tourist Category”.
If you’re visiting India for the following intentions and activities, You can apply for an eVisa online under “Business Category”.
When you’re ineligible for an Indian Visa Online
There are certain conditions when you qualify under both conditions but you may not get an eVisa if the following things are applied.
Under the above conditions, one should apply for a regular paper or conventional visa by visiting the Indian consulate, Indian high commissions, or Indian Embassy.
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