E-Visa
Nationals of Sri Lanka and of other eligible countries can also apply for E-Visa under different categories (Tourist, Business, Medical, Medical Attendant and Conference) at Government of India website:
https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html
The following may also be noted in this regard:
- Visa applicants are cautioned against using any other website which may appear to represent the Government of India and only use the Government of India portal which is https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html
- Passport used by the applicant should have at least six months validity from the date of arrival in India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for stamping by the Immigration Officer on arrival.
- The applicant must travel on the passport on which e-Visa has been applied. Entry into India will be allowed on a new passport even if the e-Visa has been granted on the old passport. However, in such cases, the traveler must also carry the old passport on which the e-Visa has been granted.
- The processing of E-visa will start only when the payment is made.
- E-Visa is not available to Diplomatic/Official Passport Holders or Laissez-passer travel document holders.
- E-Visa is not available to individuals endorsed on Parent's/Spouse's Passport i.e. each individual should have a separate passport.
- E-Visa is not available to International Travel Document Holders.
- Applicants requiring help regarding e-Visa may call the 24X7 helpline number (+91-11-24300666) or send an email to indiatvoa[at]gov[dot]in for any queries.
- The e-Visa facility is in addition to the existing Visa services being provided through Indian Embassy and Consulates.
Advisory: The applicant may note that the High Commission does not process e-visas and any enquiries in this regard will need to be made directly on the e-visa portal. Service of e-Visa involves a completely online application for which no facilitation is required by any intermediary / agent etc. Applicants are, therefore, advised to be cautious and for any clarification, please contact indiatvoa[at]gov[dot]in