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ℹ eVisa required — Apply online. Standard $25 tourist
Canadian citizens require a eVisa to travel to India. The application fee is $25 USD and processing takes 3-5 business days. The visa is valid for 60 days with a maximum stay of 60 days. You can apply directly online through the official portal. Standard $25 tourist

Editor's note

India's eVisa must be arranged online before you travel and is not valid for transit — an airside connection under 24 hours is fine, but leaving the airport in transit requires a separate Grounded Transit Visa. On the official portal the payment gateway frequently rejects American Express credit cards and some Arab-issued bank cards, so keep an international Visa or Mastercard ready when you apply.

$25
Fee (USD)
60d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Double
Entry type
Verified: 2026-04-01 Source: indianvisaonline.gov.in
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Step-by-step guide

1

Verify eligibility

Canadian citizens are eligible for India eVisa.

2

Prepare documents

Valid passport (min 6 months validity). Recent passport-size photo (white background, face 80% of frame). Return or onward travel ticket.

3

Apply online

Visit the official portal and fill in the application form. Pay $25 fee.

4

Receive approval

eVisa sent to email within 3-5 business days.

5

Travel

Print recommended. Present at check-in and immigration.

Requirements

✓ Valid passport (min 6 months validity)
✓ Recent passport-size photo (white background, face 80% of frame)
✓ Return or onward travel ticket
✓ Proof of accommodation
✓ Credit/debit card for payment
✓ Valid email address

Special restrictions

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Israeli stamp — No restriction — accepted
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Travel insurance — Not required
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Yellow fever — Not required

Best time to visit

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Best OK

Cool and dry across most of country. Rajasthan, Goa, Kerala, Agra all ideal. Avoid Jun-Sep (monsoon — beautiful in Kerala though). Himalaya: May-Jun, Sep-Oct.

Tips & warnings

⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Printing a copy of the eVisa is recommended as a backup.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.

Frequently asked questions

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for India? +
Yes. Canadian citizens need a eVisa for India. Standard $25 tourist
How much does a India visa cost for Canadian citizens? +
The fee is $25 USD.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in India? +
Maximum stay is 60 days. Visa validity: 60 days from entry date.
What documents do Canadian citizens need for India? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity). Recent passport-size photo (white background, face 80% of frame). Return or onward travel ticket. Proof of accommodation. Credit/debit card for payment. Valid email address.

Practical notes

Payment
Visa, MC, PayPal (via SBI payment gateway) on indianvisaonline.gov.in. Amex/Maestro debit also accepted. No Amex credit. Arab bank cards may be declined.
Transit — Depends on nationality
No transit visa required for airside transit if staying under 24 hours at designated airports. Grounded Transit Visa (GTV) required for landside transit. eVisa not valid for transit. Some nationalities with poor travel history may face additional scrutiny. Source: indianvisaonline.gov.in.
Travel advisory (level 2)
Exercise increased caution due to crime and terrorism.
Official advisory source ↗

Sources & verification

This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.

Official source: indianvisaonline.gov.in ↗

Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.

How we verify →

Apply on official portal ↗ India guide Canadian passport
Always verify on official portals before applying.