Indian Visa-on-Arrival
Has anyone had any experience with India's (newish) Visa-On-Arrival scheme (details here)?
I'm travelling on a New Zealand passport into Chennai (and meet the other requirements), and was thinking I would take advantage of the scheme. However, I could also apply for a visa in advance. However since I am resident in the UK, the waiting times are a bit longer and would run close to my departure date (plus I'd have to get photos taken and take time off work to queue up - the queue visible on street view is not encouraging).
So I am wondering if anyone has done the visa-on-arrival before and if they had any problems (like long waiting times, or refusal)? Also do they really need US dollars in cash for it, or can I pay on a credit card?
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Is visa on Arrival available in India?
Tourist Visa can only be granted to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India and whose sole objective of visiting India is recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives, etc. Government of India has launched the Tourist Visa on Arrival (TVOA) Scheme .Which countries are eligible for visa on arrival in India?
18 Popular Countries offering Visa on Arrival for Indians in 2022- Thailand. A favourite amongst Indian travellers of all ages, Thailand is home to gorgeous beaches. ...
- Mauritius. Another jewel of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is a popular destination amongst Indian tourists. ...
- Indonesia. ...
- Nepal. ...
- Maldives. ...
- Bhutan. ...
- Seychelles. ...
- Malaysia.
How much is an eVisa to India?
For the Indian e-Tourist Visa (30 days - double entry), you'll need to pay $25. For the Indian e-Business Visa (365 days - multiple entries), you'll need to pay $80. For the Indian e-Medical Visa (60 days - triple entry), you'll need to pay $80.55 VISA FREE COUNTRIES for INDIANS ( हिंदी में ) | Visa On Arrival Countries for Indians
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