India Visa
e Arrival Card
"Mandatory for all travellers entering India"
Overview
Processing Time
3-5 working days (eVisa: 72 hours)
Validity
Varies by visa type
Official fee
Free of charge
Open the official e-Arrival Card
Government of India free service
Requirements
- Complete the form within 72 hours before arriving in India
- Use the passport details for the document you will travel with
- Provide accurate purpose-of-travel and arrival information
- Provide your address and contact details in India
- Remember that the e-Arrival Card is not a visa
Required Documents
Passport number and nationality
Purpose of visit
Date and point of arrival
Address in India
Email and contact number
Countries visited in the previous six days
Application Journey
How to Apply
Complete the free form on the official Government of India website within 72 hours before arrival.
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Step 01
Open the Official Form
Use India Visa Online or the official Su-Swagatam app. The service is free.
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Step 02
Enter Arrival Details
Provide passport, arrival, address and contact information accurately.
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Step 03
Keep the Confirmation
Save the submitted arrival information for your journey. It is not a visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the e-Arrival Card an India visa?
No. It records arrival information and does not replace a valid regular visa, eVisa or other permission to enter India.
How much does the official e-Arrival Card cost?
The Government of India describes the official e-Arrival Card as a free-of-cost service.
When can I submit it?
The official portal allows foreign nationals and OCI card holders to submit the form within 72 hours before arrival.
Where should I complete it?
Use India Visa Online, the Bureau of Immigration website or the official Indian Visa Su-Swagatam mobile app.