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Canada to India visa requirements

Canadian ordinary passport holders need an Indian visa before travel; e-Tourist Visa fees are USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus up to 3% bank charge. Canadian ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter India. Canada is listed as e-Visa eligible, and the Consulate General of India in Vancouver says Canadian passport holders travelling for tourism, business, medical or conference purposes may apply for e-Visa online. For tourism, the official 20-Feb-2026 e-Tourist fee PDF lists Canada at USD 10 for a 30-day e-TV in April-June, USD 25 for a 30-day e-TV in July-March, USD 40 for a 1-year e-TV, and USD 200 for a 5-year e-TV, plus bank charges of up to 3%. The 30-day e-Tourist Visa is valid for 30 days from first arrival and allows double entry; the 1-year and 5-year e-Tourist Visas are multiple-entry and the maximum stay in India during one calendar year should not exceed 180 days. Canadians may also use e-Business Visa (USD 120) and e-Medical/e-Medical Attendant Visa (USD 80) categories when their purpose fits the official rules. Apply only at indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa, at least 4 days before arrival: up to 30 days ahead for the 30-day e-Tourist Visa and up to 120 days ahead for 1-year/5-year e-Tourist, e-Business and e-Medical visas. India has no visa-on-arrival for Canadians; the ETA must be granted before travel. Foreign nationals and OCI cardholders should also complete India's free e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before arrival.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-20
Visa type
India e-Visa (tourist/business/medical) or regular visa if e-Visa is not suitable
Maximum stay
30 days; 180-day calendar-year cap for 1-year/5-year e-Tourist visas
per entry
Entries
Double for 30-day e-Tourist; multiple for 1-year/5-year e-Tourist and e-Business; triple for e-Medical
from issue date
Visa fee
e-Tourist USD 10/25 / 40 / 200; e-Business USD 120; e-Medical USD 80; + up to 3% bank charge
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply at least 4 days before arrival; general visa processing minimum is 3 working days excluding special cases
standard track
Validity
30 days from first arrival; 365 days; or 5 years from ETA grant
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport and purpose
Use an ordinary Canadian passport with at least 6 months validity and two blank pages; choose tourist, business, medical, attendant or conference only if your purpose fits the e-Visa rules.
· 6 months· 2 blank pages
/02
Apply on the official portal
Submit only at indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa. Use the 30-day tourist form no more than 30 days before travel; use 1-year/5-year tourist, business or medical no more than 120 days before travel.
· official portal· 4+ days ahead
/03
Pay the correct Canada fee
Tourist fees are USD 10 or 25 for 30 days depending on season, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years. e-Business is USD 120 and e-Medical/e-Medical Attendant is USD 80, plus up to 3% bank charge.
· Canada fee table· +3%
/04
Wait for ETA before departure
Travel only after the ETA is granted by email. India does not offer visa-on-arrival to Canadian passport holders.
· ETA required· no VOA
/05
Submit e-Arrival Card
Foreign nationals and OCI cardholders should fill the free e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before arrival in India.
· free· 72 hours
/06
Enter through listed e-Visa points
Use only the designated airports, seaports or listed landports shown on the e-Visa portal, and carry your ETA, passport, onward/return ticket and funds evidence.
· designated entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Canada -> India · India e-Visa (tourist/business/medical) or regular visa if e-Visa is not suitable
0 / 12 complete
Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredCanadian ordinary passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
At least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages
RequiredApproved ETA / e-Visa printout
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Carry a printed or saved copy; ETA must be granted before travel
RequiredRecent digital photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
JPEG, square, plain light or white background, within portal size limits
RequiredPassport bio page scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
PDF upload for the official e-Visa form
RequiredIndian address or host details
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel, host or treatment institution details as applicable
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Required/expected under e-Visa eligibility rules
RequiredSufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Enough money for the stay; the portal does not state a fixed daily amount
Requirede-Arrival Card confirmation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Free online arrival card submitted within 72 hours before arrival
ConditionalOCI card (if applicable)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
OCI cardholders still complete e-Arrival Card but generally do not need an e-Visa
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesIndia e-Visa Portal (Government of India)India e-Tourist Visa Fee PDF (20-Feb-2026)India e-Visa Business/Medical Fee PDF (15-Apr-2026)
Application link included: India e-Visa Portal (Government of India)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Visa (30 days, Apr-Jun)USD 10Double entry; valid 30 days from first arrival; plus up to 3% bank charge
e-Tourist Visa (30 days, Jul-Mar)USD 25Double entry; valid 30 days from first arrival; plus up to 3% bank charge
e-Tourist Visa (1 year)USD 40Multiple entry; maximum stay in India during one calendar year should not exceed 180 days
e-Tourist Visa (5 years)USD 200Canada fee in the 20-Feb-2026 official e-Tourist fee PDF
e-Business VisaUSD 120Canada fee in the 15-Apr-2026 official business/medical fee PDF; 365 days, multiple entry
e-Medical VisaUSD 80Canada fee in the 15-Apr-2026 official business/medical fee PDF; 60 days, triple entry
e-Medical Attendant VisaUSD 80Up to two attendants may be granted against one e-Medical Visa
e-Arrival CardFreeOnline arrival card, separate from the visa, within 72 hours before arrival
Bank processing feeUp to 3%Bank charge added to applicable e-Visa fees
Regular paper visaVariesUse the BLS/mission route if e-Visa is unavailable or purpose is ineligible
Total estimateUSD 10 + up to 3% bank charge — USD 200 + up to 3% bank chargeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

e-Visa standard
Apply at least 4 days before arrival
The official FAQ allows 30-day e-Tourist applications up to 30 days before travel; 1-year/5-year e-Tourist, e-Business, e-Medical and e-Conference applications up to 120 days before travel.
General visa processing
Minimum 3 working days
India Visa Online says missions/posts require at least 3 working days after receiving a visa application, depending on nationality and excluding special cases.
e-Arrival Card
Within 72 hours before arrival
Free online form for foreign nationals and OCI cardholders; separate from the e-Visa or regular visa.
Regular/sticker visa
Varies
Use BLS/Indian mission channels for purposes not covered by e-Visa or when e-Visa eligibility is unavailable.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Using stale fee information
The official 2026 e-Tourist fee table lists Canada's 5-year e-Tourist Visa at USD 200, not USD 80, plus up to 3% bank charge.
Medium
/02
Applying too early or too late
30-day e-Tourist applications are limited to 30 days before travel, while longer e-Tourist and business/medical categories can be filed up to 120 days ahead; all need at least 4 days lead time.
Medium
/03
Expecting visa on arrival
India's visa-on-arrival facility is limited to Japan, South Korea and some UAE nationals; Canadians must obtain ETA/visa before travel.
Medium
/04
Missing e-Arrival Card
Foreign nationals and OCI cardholders should submit the free digital e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before arrival.
Medium
/05
Photo or passport scan rejected
The portal is strict about upload formats and the passport bio-page scan must match the application data.
Medium
/06
Pakistani passport or Pakistani origin
Applicants with Pakistani passports or Pakistani-origin parent/grandparent history are not eligible for e-Visa and must use the regular visa route.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-20
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-20 · major
Codex checked Canada to India e-Visa guidance
Checked official Indian e-Visa sources, 2026 fee PDFs, the Vancouver consulate Canada e-Visa PDF and official e-Arrival Card notices; added checked-date, corrected Canada's 5-year e-Tourist fee to USD 200, added 3% bank charge, e-Business/e-Medical fees, 180-day calendar-year stay rule, e-Arrival Card timing, application windows and no-visa-on-arrival wording.
2026-05-27
Canada to India route initially verified
Initial e-Visa route entry; fee and timing details were superseded by the 2026-06-20 official fee check.
2022-12-20 · major
Canada e-Visa facility restored
The Consulate General of India in Vancouver announced restoration of e-Visa services for Canadian passport holders, including tourism, business, medical and conference purposes.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Canadians need a visa for India?—
Yes. Canadian ordinary passport holders need a visa before travel. Tourism, business and medical purposes can usually use India's online e-Visa if the traveler is otherwise eligible.
How much is India's e-Tourist Visa for Canadians?+
How long can Canadians stay on an e-Tourist Visa?+
Can Canadians get visa on arrival in India?+
When should I apply?+
Do Canadians need the e-Arrival Card?+
Can I extend the e-Visa in India?+
Can Canadians work in India on an e-Tourist Visa?+
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