Name change with Indian Tourist Visa on old Passport [duplicate]

I have an old U.S. passport in my maiden name and valid Indian tourist visa. I have now new U.S. passport with my new name. Can I travel with both passports and name change certificate and be okay? or do I have to obtain a transfer of visa?

Best Answer

You do not need to have a tourist visa for India if you have a US passport any more. India has this tourist visa on arrival program which was launched recently. It will cost you $60 and you can apply online 4 days prior to your departure.

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Can you travel with your old passport after name change?

US Citizens: United States Citizens who change their name due to marriage, divorce, or because of any other circumstance may travel using your United States passport or other Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative approved document in your prior name provided you bring proof of your name progression such as; a marriage ...

What happens to visa when passport is reissued?

In case of passport reissue, the new passport will be released while the old passport will be cancelled and returned. However, any of the active visas on the old passport will still be valid and can be used till expiry of the particular visa.

Can I use a different name on my second passport?

Answer: There is no guarantee that you would have problems using two passport with different names in them but it is quite likely that you will. Passports should be used which have your current legal name in them.

Can I travel with new passport and visa on old passport?

You do not have to transfer your visa. Simply present both the old passport with the still-current Indian visa and your new passport. I have entered India several times since my old passport expired.

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