e-Tourist for UK citizens travelling to India
British citizens normally need an e-Tourist visa on indianvisaonline.gov.in before travel, unless they hold OCI.
For a full UK citizen passport. Other British passport types can follow a different rule.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | Tourism on a British citizen passport without OCI. |
| Maximum stay | 30-day, 1-year, or 5-year e-Tourist options per the Indian fee table. |
| Cost | USD fees on the official e-Tourist table plus 3% bank charge. |
| Processing time | Apply 4–120 days before arrival; fee paid at least 4 days before travel. |
| How to apply | indianvisaonline.gov.in only. |
| 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
- Choose 30-day, 1-year, or 5-year e-Tourist on the official portal.
- Pay at least 4 days before departure.
- Complete e-Arrival card within 72 hours before landing.
FAQ
Can I get visa on arrival?
No for British citizens — apply e-Visa or OCI before travel.
Is e-Arrival card a visa?
No — it is arrival information only.
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 Spotted something out of date?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.