India Visa · Quick Answer
Can I Extend an India Business Visa?
A 1-year e-Business visa cannot be extended; each stay is capped at 180 days and you must leave and re-enter. A sticker business visa may be extendable through the FRRO in genuine business cases, supported by the Indian host company. Plan exits and fresh visas rather than relying on extensions.
- Processing time
- FRRO review if eligible
- Cost
- Extension fee if approved
- Validity
- Per visa terms
- Eligibility
- Sticker business visa holders with cause
- How to apply
- FRRO for sticker; reapply for e-Business
For ongoing business presence, a long-term sticker business visa or an Employment visa is the correct route rather than repeated e-Business renewals.
Frequently asked questions
Can I renew the e-Business visa without leaving India?
No — e-Business visas are not extendable in India; leave and reapply.
Is a sticker business visa extendable?
Sometimes, through the FRRO with strong business justification and host company support.