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USA citizens can now apply for a 30-day Indian Tourist eVisa from the comfort of their homes. India has resumed the 30-day Tourist E-Visa service, and all applications will be processed between 3 to 10 days as normal process or Process within 1 to 3 days if applied under Urgent process. If you need a visa sooner, please apply for an emergency visa to India.

What is a Tourist 30 days E-Visa?

It is an electronic travel authorization offered to travellers wishing to visit India purely for touristic purposes. USA residents interested in visiting historic Indian landmarks, exploring the country's rich culture and traditions, and rejuvenating themselves by meeting their family or friends can apply for this visa.

India holds a highly revered and sacred position in the world. You must not miss out on checking out spiritual places like the Taj Mahal, Ellora, Rishikesh, Varanasi, and Ajanta Caves. Or else, you can visit this magnificent country to participate in yoga retreats. Yoga. Believe it or not, this 5,000 old practice originated in India.

India 30-Day Tourist e-Visa Details

The India 30-day Tourist e Visa has a validity of 30 days from the date of arrival in India. The e-Visa validity period will be stamped on your Passport upon arrival which will be 30 days from the date of entry. and the traveller can stay for a maximum of 30 days on visit. It is a Double-entry visa and not valid for travellers entering India from Land Immigration Check Posts. When you arrive in India, the immigration official may let you stay for less or more days, depending on your passport's validity and authenticity of other travel documents.

Documents Requirements for Indian 30-Day Tourist e-Visa

For India 30-day Tourist E-Visa, the traveller would need to produce the following documents.

  • A scan of your passport's biography page.
  • A recent, coloured, passport-size photo

You can get the detailed information of the India visa document requirements.

India 30 days Tourist e-Visa Fee for the USA

Whether adult or minor, every applicant must pay a non-refundable and non-transferable visa application/processing fee. Check Indian Visa Fee.

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Overstaying Your Visa

It is illegal for USA travellers to overstay their Indian tourist e-Visa. The length of time specified by the Indian immigration authorities are final and cannot be changed once the visa is issued. Someone who overstays their visa will be immediately termed an illegal immigrant from the first day of the traveller's documents expiry.

The traveller will become liable for legal or financial penalties. Generally, overstaying visitors are imposed a fine, which is levied at varying amounts depending on the length of overstay. Before 2018, the Indian government imposed a $30 flat fee and the cost of a new e-Visa. However, post-2018, the government tightened its visa policy and increased overstaying fines exponentially.

Frequently Asked Question:

1. We have obtained a 30-day Tourist e-Visa, and our flight leaves on the 31st day. If we overstay 1 to 2 days, please inform us about the applicable overstaying charges.

The India Tourist visa is valid for a max duration of 30 days. The visa validity starts from the date of your arrival in India. You must book your tickets wisely, after thorough research on flights availability. Overstaying your visa even by a single day could lead to a fine or legal penalty. Generally, the per-day overstaying penalty ranges between $30 and $300. Remember, the 30-day tourist E-visa is a single-entry travel permit with very specific issue and expiry dates.

2. We want to travel from the USA to India between 6 Dec and 15 Jan 2022, but I am only getting a visa with one-month validity. Can I extend my visa after arriving in India? I can't change my tickets as no seats are available. Would you please guide me?

You can extend your Indian Tourist E-visa beyond its expiry date, but you have to do it before the visa expires. However, you cannot renew or extend your 30-day e-visa as it is a short-term travel permit. The visa extension is offered to holders of long-term visas.