Tourist visa · Afghanistan to India

Regular Tourist Visa (Embassy/Consulate)

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 180 days
• Processing time: 4-6 weeks
• Fee: Varies by country
• Validity: Up to 5 years (determined by Indian Mission)
• Entry: Multiple entry

Regular visa through embassy/consulate required for nationals of countries not eligible for e-visa, including Pakistan, Afghanistan (except emergency e-visa), Iraq, Syria, Somalia, and others. Tourist visa NOT available to Pakistani nationals. Persons whose parents or grandparents were born in or permanent residents of Pakistan must apply for regular visa. Duration of visa will be decided by Indian Missions/Posts subject to maximum of 5 years. Afghan nationals have separate portal with six categories of electronic visas.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  For nationals of countries not eligible for e-visa, including Pakistan (no tourist visa available), Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Somalia, and approximately 30 other countries

  Eligible countries: Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan, Somalia, Syrian Arab Republic

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: Recent, passport-sized, white background

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Bank statements, sponsorship letters; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for stay

• Accommodation proof

  Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

  Accepted types: Hotel bookings, invitation letter from host in India; Must cover full stay: Yes

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Regular Visa Application Form; Form url: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Gather passport, photos, flight bookings, accommodation proof, financial documents

2. Online application

   Complete online visa application form

3. Appointment booking

   Schedule appointment with Indian Embassy/Consulate

4. Document submission

   Submit application and all supporting documents at embassy/consulate

5. Interview

   Attend interview if required by consular officer

6. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing and approval

7. Visa collection

   Collect passport with visa from embassy/consulate

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.