The 5-year Indian e-Visa is a long-term electronic travel authorization that allows citizens to visit India multiple times over 5 years. This is a convenient and flexible visa option for travelers from around the world keen to plan their trips to India with extended validity.
The 5-year Indian e-Visa is an electronic authorization that allows citizens to enter India multiple times over a period of five years for tourism. Unlike traditional visas, the e-Visa is applied for and processed online, eliminating the need for a physical visit to the Indian consulate.
This e-visa offers the flexibility of multiple entries, allowing visitors to plan multiple trips to India without the need for reapplying each time. The 5-year e-Visa is a testament to India's commitment to fostering international relations and promoting tourism.
To be eligible for the 5-year Indian e-Visa, applicants must:
• Carry a passport that is valid for at least 6 months that also has a minimum of two blank pages.
• It's important to note that the e-Visa is not available to diplomatic or official passport holders or individuals of Pakistani origin.
• Not to plan on staying in India longer than 180 days per calendar year.
• The application process for the 5-year Indian e-Visa is entirely online.
• Applicants can register and fill out the application form on our e-Visa portal, upload the necessary documents, and pay the visa fee.
• Required documents include a scanned copy of the passport page, a recent passport-sized photograph (which can be taken by phone).
• Always try to make sure that all information provided is accurate to avoid any delays.
• We will then meticulously check all details and fill and submit the application on your behalf and email you once granted.
• Our processing time for the 5-year Indian e-Visa is usually 3 to 4 days, although it may vary during busy periods or due to inaccurate information provided.
• Applicants are advised to apply well before their travel date to allow for any delays, and no later than 4 days before expected departure date.
• Once approved, the e-Visa will be valid for five years from the date of issue, allowing for multiple entries into India.
• It's important to note that the e-Visa can be applied for up to 120 days of travel date.
• 5 year visa is valid for 5 x 365 days with multiple entries allowed.
The 5-year Indian e-Visa allows entry through 28 designated airports and 5 seaports across India. Some of the major entry points include Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru airports. Additionally, e-Visa holders are required to exit India from one of the authorized Immigration Check Posts (ICPs) and must adhere to all local laws and regulations during their stay.
Click here for a detailed list of entry and exit points.
• Upon arrival, e-Visa holders must present their printed e-Visa and passport to the immigration officers for verification.
• It's also important to note that the e-Visa is non-extendable and non-convertible, meaning travelers cannot change their visa type or extend their stay beyond the permitted duration.
Citizens of the UK can apply for a 5 Year Indian e-Visa. The list of other eligible countries is available on our website.
If you need help with your visa application, you can apply for a 5-Year e-Visa online through our Indian e-Visa portal. You can fill out our online form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the fees.
The required documents include a scanned copy of the passport's bio page, a recent passport-sized photograph, and any additional documents specific to the type of e-Visa.
The processing time can vary, but it generally takes around 3-4 days if using our express service.
No, the 5-Year e-Visa does not allow for extensions. You must leave India within the stipulated period and can re-enter on the same visa for subsequent visits.
Yes, the 5-Year e-Visa allows entry through designated airports and seaports only. Please check our list of approved entry points before planning your travel.
No, the 5-Year e-Visa cannot be converted to any other type of visa. If you require a different visa, you must apply separately through the appropriate channels.
As part of our service, we try to limit application rejections but in the unlikely event of your e-Visa application being rejected, you can reapply with corrected information or additional documents as required. We will also help you if this situation arises.
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