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Update 🛂 Visa & Entry India ✓ Verified Published: May 9, 2026

India e-Visa processing time reduced to under 24 hours for most nationalities

India's e-Visa system has been upgraded and most applications from Western countries are now approved within 4-24 hours rather than the previous 3-5 days.

Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in. Cost varies by nationality: US $10, UK $25, most European $25, Australia $25. Valid for 90 days from first entry, or up to 180 days for medical visa. Common issue: system sometimes rejects photo uploads — use a plain white background, forward-facing, no glasses. Apply at least 4 days before travel as a buffer. The e-Visa allows double entry for tourism. Print or save your e-Visa approval — show alongside passport at immigration.

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