Family / spouse for UK citizens travelling to India
Family visits may use e-Tourist. Long-term stay with family may need entry visas or OCI for eligible relatives.
For a full UK citizen passport. Other British passport types can follow a different rule.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | Visiting family or joining relatives in India. |
| Maximum stay | Per e-Tourist grant or other visa issued. |
| Cost | e-Tourist uses USD fees on the e-Tourist table. Other family categories: see mission fees on indianvisaonline.gov.in (opens in a new tab). |
| Processing time | e-Tourist: 4+ days before travel. |
| How to apply | indianvisaonline.gov.in or mission for non-e categories. |
| Official link | Use the authority’s own website. Entry Visa Guide does not take applications. · Indian government e-Visa (opens in a new tab) |
Apply only on the government website linked above. This site does not issue visas or travel authorisations and does not take applications. Other websites charge their own service fee on top of any government charge.
How to apply
- For holidays, apply e-Tourist on the official portal.
- For marriage or relocation, check mission visa categories.
- OCI eligible persons may apply for OCI instead of a visa.
FAQ
Can I visit on OCI?
OCI card holders do not need a visa for most purposes — read GOV.UK OCI rules.
Does a child need their own e-Visa?
Yes — each traveller needs authorisation unless on OCI.
Sources
- GOV.UK: India entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Visa portal (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Tourist visa fee table (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Arrival card (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: authorised visa portal, including the warning about agents (opens in a new tab)
Independent guide, not legal advice. Entry Visa Guide is an independent information site. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or run by any government or public authority. Always check official sources before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Report an error.