Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1.1 What is an Indian eVisa?
An Indian eVisa is an official electronic travel authorization issued by the Government of India. It allows eligible travelers to enter India for tourism, business, medical treatment, or to attend conferences — without visiting an embassy or consulate.
- ✔️ 100% online process
- ⚡ Fast processing (1–5 business days)
- 🛂 No passport submission required
1.2 What’s the difference between an eVisa and a physical visa?
Feature | eVisa | Physical Visa |
---|---|---|
Application Method | Online only | In-person at Embassy/Consulate |
Processing Time | 1–5 business days | 3–4 weeks or more |
Cost | Generally lower | Typically higher |
Visa Format | PDF sent by email | Sticker/stamp in your passport |
Best for | Tourism, short business/medical | Long stays, work, study, volunteering |
1.3 When do I need to apply for a physical visa?
Apply for a physical visa if:
• Your nationality is not eligible for an eVisa
• You plan a long stay (e.g., work, study, volunteering)
• Your eVisa is denied
• You have a criminal record or complex travel history
1.4 Can I get Visa on Arrival instead of applying online?
Visa on Arrival is only available to citizens of Japan, South Korea, and the UAE (under specific conditions).
👉 Even if you're eligible for Visa on Arrival, we highly recommend applying for an eVisa in advance — to avoid long queues at the airport and reduce the risk of entry delays or denial.
1.5 Can I apply for an Indian eVisa?
Citizens of over 160 countries are eligible.
👉 Use our tool: [Select your nationality + select type of eVisa] → (Result: ✅ Eligible / ❌ Not eligible)
Examples: 🇮🇹 Italy → ✅ Eligible
👉 Click here to apply online
👉 Click here to Apply via Email
1.6 Can Online Visa Express help with physical visa applications?
Yes. If you're a resident of Northern Italy (Valle d’Aosta, Piemonte, Lombardia, Veneto, Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Liguria, Emilia-Romagna), we assist with physical visa applications at the Indian Consulate in Milan.
- ✔️ Document pre-check
- ✔️ Form preparation
- ✔️ Consular payment & appointment booking
- ✔️ Biometric support
- ✔️ DHL handling (if needed)
1.7 Do minors need their own eVisa?
Yes. All travelers, including minors listed in a parent’s passport, require individual eVisas.
1.8 Can I apply for multiple people at once?
Yes! Add additional travelers using the "Add Person" button in the online form, only for same journey and visa category.
1.9 Can I edit my application after submission?
In most cases, no. But if your application hasn’t been submitted to authorities yet, we might still be able to help. Contact us immediately.
1.10 Do I need to print my eVisa?
Yes. Print a copy and carry it with your passport when traveling — it’s required at immigration.
1.11 Can I extend or convert my eVisa?
No. Indian eVisas are non-extendable and non-convertible.
1.12 What can’t I do with an eVisa?
❌ You cannot:
• Work or engage in paid employment
• Enter protected or restricted areas without special authorization
• Act as a journalist, photographer, or filmmaker without prior permission
• Participate in missionary or mountaineering activities
📌 Some destinations require a PAP or RAP.
1.13 When should I apply?
• eTourist (30 Days): max 30 days before arrival
• eTourist (1 or 5 Years): up to 120 days before arrival
• Other eVisas: up to 120 days in advance
1.14 Is my data safe?
Yes. We use secure systems and follow GDPR standards. Your info is used solely to process your visa and is never sold.
🔗 For full details, read our Privacy Policy here
1.15 Can I get help with my application?
Of course! Our support team replies fast via email and WhatsApp. Northern Italy residents also get full consular visa assistance.
✉ Message us now
2.1 What types of Indian eVisas are available?
🧳 eTourist Visa (30 days, 1 year, or 5 years)
💼 eBusiness Visa (1 year)
🏥 eMedical Visa + Attendant (60 days)
🎤 eConference Visa (30 days)
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Must have Before Applying for an Indian eVisa
• Passport valid 6+ months
• At least 2 blank pages
• Passport-style photo
• Clear passport bio page scan
Additional docs depending on type (business letter, medical certificate, etc.)
2.2 Optional Supporting Documents
Round-trip flight, hotel booking, proof of funds
2.3 Yellow Fever Certificate
Required if traveling from endemic countries. 🔗 WHO list
3.1 How long does it take?
⏳ Standard: 2–5 days
⚡ Express: 24h
3.2 Can I get my eVisa faster?
Yes — Express service (€14.90)
3.3 What’s the total cost?
Government Fee varies
Service Fee €44/applicant
Includes review, support, formatting, fees
3.4 When do I pay?
After verification. Accepted: card, SEPA instant, bank transfer
3.5 Refund & Denial Policy
✅ Refund before approval
✅ Refund/resubmission if our error
❌ No refund after submission
❌ No refund for refusals at govt discretion
4.1 Apply Online
Step 1: Complete online form + docs
Step 2: Our team submits
Step 3: Receive eVisa via email
🕐 Standard 4–5 days / ⚡ Express 24h
4.2 Apply via Email
Step 1: Download & fill visa form
Step 2: Prepare docs
Step 3: Download privacy form
Step 4: Email to info@onlinevisaexpress.com with subject URGENT/NOT URGENT – DATE
After review: verify, pay, submit, send visa
🕐 Standard 4–5 days / ⚡ Express 24h
No, but registration allows you to:
- 📊 Track status
- 📝 Auto-fill future forms
- 📂 Access visas
- 💰 10% discount on renewals
6.1 By email PDF (check spam)
6.2 Print, double-check info
6.3 At airport: passport+eVisa, biometrics, entry stamp
6.4 If passport changes: carry old + new, else reapply
Rare but possible. If not reapplicable → embassy/consulate.
We support:
• Northern Italy → we handle consular app (fee)
• Elsewhere → we guide step-by-step
🛡️ If our error → free resubmission or refund
❌ No refund if incorrect info, violations, criminal record, govt decision
8.1 Entry: 31 airports, 5 seaports
8.2 Exit: 34 airports, 26 seaports
8.4 Free travel inside India (except sensitive zones)
8.5 Restricted areas (Andaman, Arunachal, Kashmir, Himachal, Sikkim border, Nagaland, Manipur)
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