India Visa for United States
India Visa for United States: eVisa Guide for US Citizens
US citizens are eligible for the e-Tourist, e-Business and e-Medical visas. Usually 72 hours to 4 business days from a complete application. Up to 180 days per visit on the 1-year and 5-year e-Tourist visas. Apply on the official portal between 4 and 120 days before arrival, and file the e-Arrival Card in the 72 hours before landing. Below: the official fees for US passports, the right visa for your trip and the full journey.
- Processing time
- e-Visa: 72 hours to 4 business days.
- Cost
- e-Tourist: 30-day USD 25 (USD 10 Apr–Jun), 1-year USD 40, 5-year USD 160 · e-Business USD 140 · + 3% bank charge
- Validity
- 30 days, 1 year or 5 years (tourist); 1 year (business); 60 days (medical); 180 days per visit on 1-/5-year e-Tourist
- Eligibility
- US citizens are eligible for the e-Tourist, e-Business and e-Medical visas.
- How to apply
- Online at indianvisaonline.gov.in
India e-Visa for US citizens in numbers
- Stay per visit
- 180 days — 1-year and 5-year e-Tourist
- 5-year e-Tourist
- USD 160 — Official government fee
- When to apply
- 4–120 days — Before your arrival date
- Entry points
- 88 — Airports, seaports, land ports
Source: Government of India e-Visa fee schedules (e-Tourist 8 Sep 2026; e-Business/e-Medical 15 Apr 2026), indianvisaonline.gov.in. A 3% bank charge is added to every fee.
Official e-Visa fees for US citizens
| 30-day (Apr–Jun) | USD 10 |
| 30-day (Jul–Mar) | USD 25 |
| 1-year e-Tourist | USD 40 |
| 5-year e-Tourist | USD 160 |
| e-Business | USD 140 |
| e-Medical | USD 100 |
Amber bars differ from the standard rate most nationalities pay.
Source: Government of India e-Visa fee schedules (e-Tourist 8 Sep 2026; e-Business/e-Medical 15 Apr 2026), indianvisaonline.gov.in. A 3% bank charge is added to every fee.
| Visa | US | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 30-day e-Tourist | USD 25 (USD 10 Apr–Jun) | USD 25 (USD 10 Apr–Jun) |
| 1-year e-Tourist | USD 40 | USD 40 |
| 5-year e-Tourist | USD 160 | USD 200 |
| e-Business | USD 140 | USD 120 |
| e-Medical / Attendant | USD 100 | USD 80 |
Source: Government of India e-Visa fee schedules (e-Tourist 8 Sep 2026; e-Business/e-Medical 15 Apr 2026), indianvisaonline.gov.in. A 3% bank charge is added to every fee.
Which e-Visa to choose
| Your trip | Visa | Fee for US citizens |
|---|---|---|
| One holiday of up to 30 days | 30-day e-Tourist | USD 25 (USD 10 Apr–Jun) |
| Several trips in a year, up to 180 days each | 1-year e-Tourist | USD 40 |
| Regular visits over 5 years | 5-year e-Tourist | USD 160 |
| Meetings, trade, setting up a business | e-Business (1 year, 180 days per visit) | USD 140 |
| Treatment at an Indian hospital | e-Medical (60 days, triple entry) | USD 100 |
Source: Government of India e-Visa fee schedules (e-Tourist 8 Sep 2026; e-Business/e-Medical 15 Apr 2026), indianvisaonline.gov.in. A 3% bank charge is added to every fee.
Applying from United States: the full journey
- Start on indianvisaonline.gov.in — Choose nationality, port of arrival, expected arrival date and visa category.
- Save your Temporary Application ID — You need it to resume the form, upload documents or pay later.
- Complete the full form — Address, family, profession, previous visits and references — exactly as in your passport.
- Upload photo and passport bio page — Photo: square JPEG, 10 KB–1 MB, white background. Bio page: PDF, 10 KB–300 KB.
- Pay the fee — Processing starts only once payment is confirmed. A 3% bank charge is added.
- Are the uploads and details compliant?
- Yes: e-Visa granted by email — Usually 72 hours to 4 business days
- No: Refused or sent back — A new application and a new fee may be needed
- Up to 120 days before: Earliest you can apply
- ≥ 4 days before: Apply and pay — the cut-off
- 72h–4 days later: e-Visa arrives by email
- ≤ 72 hours before: File the e-Arrival Card
- On landing: Biometrics + stamp at immigration
On arrival in India
- Designated entry points
- 88 — Your first entry must be through one of these
- Airports
- 37 — Incl. Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Goa
- Seaports
- 38 — Cruise and ship arrivals
- Land ports
- 13 — Overland crossings added from 2025
Source: Ministry of Home Affairs notice, 10 Aug 2026. Always confirm your port on indianvisaonline.gov.in before booking.
Step-by-step process
- Confirm your e-Visa eligibility on indianvisaonline.gov.in.
- Choose the category that matches your purpose (tourist, business, medical).
- Fill in personal and passport details exactly as in your passport.
- Upload your passport bio page and a white-background photo.
- Pay the fee and receive the e-Visa by email in 72 hours–4 business days.
- File the e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before landing.
- Carry the e-Visa printout with the passport you applied with and enter through a designated e-Visa port.
Requirements
| Passport | Valid 6 months from arrival, 2 blank pages. |
|---|---|
| Photo | White-background JPEG, 10 KB–1 MB. |
| Bio page | Scanned PDF, 10 KB–300 KB. |
| Eligibility | US citizens are eligible for the e-Tourist, e-Business and e-Medical visas. |
| Onward ticket | Recommended; may be checked at entry. |
Common mistakes
- Wrong visa category for the purpose
- Non-compliant photo
- Passport under 6 months validity
- Applying too close to travel
Expert tips
- Apply at least 7 days before departure.
- Use only the official portal.
- Carry the e-Visa printout and matching passport.
- Check the live fee on the portal before paying.
Frequently asked questions
Is the India e-Visa available for United States?
US citizens are eligible for the e-Tourist, e-Business and e-Medical visas.
How long does the India e-Visa take for US travellers?
Usually 72 hours to 4 business days from a complete application.
What is the India e-Visa fee for US travellers?
e-Tourist: 30-day USD 25 (USD 10 Apr–Jun), 1-year USD 40, 5-year USD 160 · e-Business USD 140 · + 3% bank charge
How long can US travellers stay on the e-Visa?
Up to 180 days per visit on the 1-year and 5-year e-Tourist visas; up to 30 days on the 30-day e-Tourist visa; up to 180 days per visit on the e-Business visa.
When should US travellers apply?
At least 4 days and at most 120 days before the expected arrival date in India.
Do US travellers need the India e-Arrival Card?
Yes. Every foreign traveller must file the e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before landing. It is separate from the visa.