India•AsiaTourist Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
16 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 6 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Regular tourist visa for recreation, sightseeing, casual visits to friends/relatives, and short-term yoga programs. Obtained through Indian embassy/consulate with multiple entries.
The regular Tourist visa is issued by Indian missions abroad for those visiting India for tourism purposes. It offers longer validity and more flexibility than e-Tourist visas with multiple entries over an extended period.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: PK
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity from application date with 2 blank pages
Passport photos
4x6cm recent color photographs
Visa application form
Completed and signed application
Proof of residence
Utility bill, rental agreement, or residential proof
Proof of financial means
Bank statements or financial documents
Return ticket
Flight booking or proof of return journey
OptionalTravel itinerary
Hotel bookings or travel plans
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Advantages
- Multiple entries over longer period
- 6-month validity provides flexibility
- Can be extended in India if needed
- Allows tourism and recreational activities
- No 180-day annual limit for validity (only for stay)
Considerations
- Longer processing time (2-4 weeks)
- Requires embassy/consulate visit
- More documentation required
- 180-day annual stay limitation
- Not available as e-visa for all countries
Application Process
Schedule appointment
Book appointment at nearest Indian embassy/consulate
Complete visa application
Fill visa application form (available online or at mission)
Gather documents
Prepare all required supporting documents
Attend visa interview
Attend scheduled appointment with documents
Biometric collection
Provide fingerprints and photographs
Collect visa
Collect passport with visa stamp after processing
Application Forms
Tourist Visa Application Form
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