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Spain to India visa requirements

Visa required before travel. Spanish ordinary passport holders can usually use India e-Visa; e-Tourist fees are USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus a 3% bank charge. Spanish ordinary passport holders need a visa before travelling to India. Spain is on India's e-Visa eligible-nationality list, and the Consulate General of India in Barcelona confirms the e-Visa facility is available to holders of Spanish passports and is not granted on arrival at the airport. Tourism, business, medical, conference and other eligible short-stay categories can usually be applied for online at the official India Visa Online portal; employment, journalism, most NGO activity and purposes not covered by e-Visa require the appropriate regular/paper visa. The official 20 February 2026 e-Tourist fee table lists Spain at USD 10 for a 30-day eTV in April-June, USD 25 for a 30-day eTV in July-March, USD 40 for a 1-year eTV, and USD 200 for a 5-year eTV, plus a 3% bank charge. The 30-day e-Tourist Visa is double entry; 1-year and 5-year e-Tourist visas are multiple entry and the maximum stay in India during one calendar year must not exceed 180 days. Apply at least 4 days before arrival: 30-day eTV applications can be made up to 30 days ahead, while 1-year/5-year eTV and most other e-Visa applications can be made up to 120 days ahead. e-Visa holders may enter only through listed e-Visa entry points, currently 33 airports, 33 seaports and 4 landports, and may exit from any authorised Indian Immigration Check Post. Visa-on-Arrival is limited to Japan, South Korea and certain UAE nationals, not Spanish citizens. Foreign nationals and OCI cardholders must also complete India's free e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before arrival; official Indian sources direct travellers to submit it through India Visa Online or the Su-Swagatam app.
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
e-Visa or regular/paper visa
Maximum stay
30 days; 180-day calendar-year maximum for 1-year/5-year e-Tourist visas
per entry
Entries
Double for 30-day eTV; multiple for 1-year/5-year eTV
from issue date
Visa fee
e-Tourist USD 10 / 25 / 40 / 200 + 3% bank charge
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply online at least 4 days before arrival
standard track
Validity
30 days / 1 year / 5 years, category-specific
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport and eligibility
Use a Spanish ordinary passport with at least 6 months validity for the e-Visa process and at least 2 blank pages. Diplomatic, official or other travel-document holders should check the appropriate mission route.
· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Choose e-Visa or regular visa
Use e-Visa for covered tourism, business, medical, conference and other listed short-stay categories. Use a regular/paper visa for employment, journalism, most NGO activity, or any purpose not covered by e-Visa.
· Match visa to purpose
/03
Apply on the official portal
Submit the application only through indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa. Apply at least 4 days before arrival; 30-day eTVs open up to 30 days ahead and 1-year/5-year eTVs open up to 120 days ahead.
· Official portal· 4-day minimum
/04
Pay the current fee
For Spanish citizens, the official e-Tourist table lists USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year and USD 200 for 5 years, plus a 3% bank charge.
· 2026 fee table
/05
Print ETA after grant
Wait for the e-Visa/ETA status email and travel only after it shows GRANTED. Print or save the ETA for airline and immigration checks.
· ETA must be granted
/06
Submit the e-Arrival Card
Within 72 hours before arrival, complete India's free e-Arrival Card through India Visa Online, the BOI channel or the official Indian Visa Su-Swagatam app. This does not replace the visa.
· Within 72 hours· Free
/07
Use an authorised e-Visa entry point
Enter via a listed e-Visa airport, seaport or landport. Biometrics are taken on arrival; exit is allowed from any authorised Indian Immigration Check Post.
· 33 airports· 33 seaports· 4 landports
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

15 items
Personalized checklist
Spain -> India · e-Visa or regular/paper visa
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredSpanish ordinary passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
At least 6 months validity for the e-Visa process, 2 blank pages
RequiredGranted ETA/e-Visa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Print or save the approval before travel
Requirede-Arrival Card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Submit online within 72 hours before arrival through the official India Visa Online/BOI channel or Su-Swagatam app
RequiredDigital passport photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
Recent square JPEG with plain light background
RequiredPassport bio page scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Upload in the format requested by the India e-Visa portal
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Required by e-Visa eligibility guidance
RequiredSufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Required by e-Visa eligibility guidance
RequiredIndian address/contact
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel, host or business/medical contact details for the application
RequiredCorrect entry point
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Use only listed e-Visa entry airports, seaports or landports
ConditionalYellow fever certificate (if applicable)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required if arriving within 6 days of departure from a yellow-fever endemic country
ConditionalProtected/restricted area permit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required separately for certain restricted regions, if applicable
ConditionalOCI card (if applicable)
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
OCI cardholders do not need an Indian visa but still follow arrival formalities
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 Visa Online - e-Visa instructions, eligibility and entry points (updated May 16, 2019)India Visa Online - e-Tourist Visa fee table (20 February 2026)India Visa Online - business/medical e-Visa fee table (15 April 2026)
Application link included: India Visa Online - e-Visa instructions, eligibility and entry points (updated May 16, 2019)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Visa (30-day, April-June)USD 10Double entry; plus 3% bank charge
e-Tourist Visa (30-day, July-March)USD 25Double entry; plus 3% bank charge
e-Tourist Visa (1-year multiple entry)USD 40Maximum stay in India during one calendar year must not exceed 180 days; plus 3% bank charge
e-Tourist Visa (5-year multiple entry)USD 200Maximum stay in India during one calendar year must not exceed 180 days; plus 3% bank charge
e-Business VisaUSD 120Business meetings and permitted business activity, not employment; plus 3% bank charge
e-Medical / e-Medical Attendant VisaUSD 80Per 15 April 2026 country-wise fee table; plus 3% bank charge
e-Arrival CardFreeRequired arrival information for foreign nationals and OCI cardholders; not a visa
Regular/paper visaVariesUse for non-e-Visa purposes or travellers not eligible for e-Visa
Total estimateUSD 10 + 3% — USD 200 + 3%incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

30-day e-Tourist Visa
Apply at least 4 days before arrival
Application window opens up to 30 days before the proposed date of travel.
1-year/5-year e-Tourist Visa
Apply at least 4 days before arrival
Application window opens up to 120 days before the proposed date of travel.
e-Business, e-Medical and most other e-Visas
Apply at least 4 days before arrival
Application window generally opens up to 120 days before travel.
Regular/paper visa via Indian mission or BLS centre
Timing varies
Use when e-Visa is not the correct route; incomplete or referred applications take longer.
Emergency or express e-Visa fee
Do not use third parties
The official e-Visa portal warns that Government of India does not charge emergency or express e-Visa fees.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Name or passport mismatch
All biographical details must exactly match the passport; discrepancies can cause refusal or airline boarding problems.
Medium
/02
Photo or passport scan rejected
The portal is strict on file format and image quality. Poor uploads commonly delay applications.
Medium
/03
Wrong visa purpose
Employment, journalism and most NGO activity are not covered by e-Visa and require the appropriate regular visa route.
Medium
/04
Pakistani-origin ineligibility
People with Pakistani nationality/passport or Pakistani parent/grandparent ties are not eligible for e-Visa and should apply through an Indian mission.
Low
/05
Wrong entry point or overstay
A granted e-Visa is valid only at listed entry points, and e-Visas are non-extendable and non-convertible.
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 ES-IN India entry rules
Codex checked it against official India e-Visa instructions, 2026 fee tables, Visa-on-Arrival limits, e-Arrival Card guidance and the Indian consulate in Barcelona; corrected the 5-year e-Tourist fee to USD 200, the 1-year/5-year stay cap to 180 days per calendar year, entry-point counts, bank charge and arrival-form wording.
2026-05-27
Spain to India route previously verified
Earlier verification retained for history; fee, stay-limit and entry-point details were superseded by the 2026-06-20 official-source check.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Spanish citizens need a visa for India?—
Yes. Spanish ordinary passport holders need an Indian visa before travel. Most short tourism and business trips can use the official e-Visa portal.
Can Spaniards get Visa-on-Arrival in India?+
How much is the e-Tourist Visa for Spanish citizens?+
How long can I stay?+
Can I extend my e-Visa in India?+
Is the e-Arrival Card the same as an e-Visa?+
What about OCI cardholders?+
Can Spanish citizens work in India on e-Visa?+
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