![]() ![]() Applicants of Pakistani originĪpplicants of Pakistani origin who hold dual British-Pakistan nationality must apply for an Indian visa on their Pakistani passport. There is more information from the High Commission of India in London. e-visa (see the site ‘FAQs’ for restrictions on airports and seaports of entry)Ĭheck your eligibility and any restrictions before you apply and allow plenty of time for your application to be processed.Depending on your requirements you may be able to apply for: Applying for a visa or e-visaįind out how to apply for a visa from the Indian Bureau of Immigration. This may also include not being allowed to enter India in the future.įor latest information on Indian visas and immigration requirements, see the eFRRO, Bureau of Indian Immigration and Ministry of External Affairs websites. Penalties for having the wrong visa can include refusal of entry or deportation. Make sure you get the right visa for the purpose and duration of your travel. You need a visa to travel to India, unless you are an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholder. Visa requirementsĪpply for the right type of visa for the purpose of your travel. Carriers who transport foreign passengers holding non-machine-readable passports may be subject to a fine. To avoid problems at immigration, make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry into India.įoreign nationals who arrive at an Indian port holding non-machine-readable passports will be denied entry. Follow the instructions of local authorities.Īsk accommodation providers about any specific rules and requirements before making reservations. Public places, services and accommodationĬOVID-19 restrictions have been eased and most public places and services are functioning as normal. Monitor local media and follow the advice of the local authorities and your travel company. You may be penalised if you break restrictions.Īdditional COVID-19 restrictions might be imposed at short notice including mask mandates, localised lockdowns and curfews. You are still encouraged to take precautions such as maintaining social distance, wearing face masks, washing hands and avoiding crowds. Many COVID-19 restrictions have been eased. Travel within Indiaīefore travelling between Indian states, check if there are any COVID-19 requirements put in place by local authorities. Contact local authorities for more information and relevant permits. You may need special permits to cross land borders with Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar and Nepal in east and north-east India. More information and detailed guidelines for International Arrivals are available on the Ministry of Health website. This may include testing or being taken to a medical facility for isolation. If you have symptoms of COVID-19, follow the instructions of national and local health authorities. random COVID-19 testing of 2% of all international travellers over 12 years old upon arrival in India.However, you must comply with instructions and surveillance measures when you arrive in India, including: Passengers do not need to show proof of vaccination or a negative test before travel. Visit TravelHealthPro (from the UK’s National Travel Health Network and Centre) for general COVID-19 advice for travellers. You may also need to seek treatment there. If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. There may also be information on COVID-19 from the Indian Ministry of Health. Check with your travel company or airline for changes. COVID-19 rulesĬountries may restrict travel or bring in rules at short notice. The Ministry of Health in India also provides current guidance and vaccination data. If you’re not sure how India’s entry requirements apply to you, contact the High Commission of India in London or another Indian consulate in the UK. The authorities in India set and enforce entry rules. ![]() This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel. FCDO advises against travel to parts of India. ![]()
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