Can we apply for family visas together?

No, each person needs a separate application and payment, including children. You cannot group family members on one application.

What if our child doesn't have their own passport?

Every traveler to India needs their own passport regardless of age. Children cannot travel on parent passports for India entry.

How long does visa processing actually take?

Standard processing is 3-5 business days. During peak season (October-March) or Indian holidays, allow 7-10 days. Urgent processing available for extra fees.

Can we enter India at any airport with e-Visa?

No, e-Visas are valid only at designated airports and seaports. Check the official list - major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore are included but smaller airports may not be.

How to Get an Indian Visa for Your Family

Apply for Indian visas online through the official e-Visa portal at least 4 days before travel. Each family member needs a separate application and passport-style photo. Tourist e-Visas cost $25-80 depending on nationality and allow 30-365 days stay.

Check visa requirements for your nationality. Visit the official Indian e-Visa website and select your country. Some nationalities get visa-on-arrival, others need advance applications. US, UK, Canadian, and EU citizens can use e-Visa. Chinese citizens need different procedures.
Gather documents for each family member. Each person needs: passport valid 6+ months, recent passport photo (JPEG under 1MB), return flight booking, hotel booking or invitation letter. Children need birth certificates if traveling without both parents.
Apply online separately for each person. Create individual applications at indianvisaonline.gov.in. Do not use third-party sites. Fill completely - incomplete applications get rejected. Upload clear, properly sized documents.
Pay visa fees online. Pay immediately after submitting each application. Fees: US citizens $25 (30-day) to $80 (1-year), UK citizens $25-100, others vary. Keep payment receipts - you'll need them.
Print approval documents. Check email for Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) within 3-7 days. Print multiple copies for each traveler. Immigration will ask for these at arrival alongside your passport.

Can we apply for family visas together?: No, each person needs a separate application and payment, including children. You cannot group family members on one application.
What if our child doesn't have their own passport?: Every traveler to India needs their own passport regardless of age. Children cannot travel on parent passports for India entry.
How long does visa processing actually take?: Standard processing is 3-5 business days. During peak season (October-March) or Indian holidays, allow 7-10 days. Urgent processing available for extra fees.
Can we enter India at any airport with e-Visa?: No, e-Visas are valid only at designated airports and seaports. Check the official list - major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore are included but smaller airports may not be.