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France to India visa requirements

India e-Visa required. For French citizens the e-Tourist fee is USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus 3% bank charge. French ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter India. For tourism, the standard route is India's official e-Visa portal at indianvisaonline.gov.in; no embassy visit is needed for a normal tourist e-Visa. The current India e-Tourist fee table lists France at USD 10 for a 30-day April-June visa, USD 25 for a 30-day July-March visa, USD 40 for a 1-year visa, and USD 200 for a 5-year visa, with an additional 3% bank charge on applicable e-Visa fees. The 30-day e-Tourist visa is double-entry; 1-year and 5-year e-Tourist visas are multiple-entry, but each continuous tourist stay is capped at 90 days and total e-Tourist stays should be kept within 180 days per calendar year. Apply at least 4 days before travel and use one of the designated e-Visa airports or seaports for first entry. Since October 2025, foreign nationals entering India must also complete the free e-Arrival Card online before arrival, generally within 72 hours of travel. France is not one of India's limited Visa-on-Arrival nationalities, so French travellers should not rely on a visa on 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
e-Tourist Visa (e-TV)
Maximum stay
30 days / 90 days per visit (1yr/5yr)
per entry
Entries
Double or multiple (visa-specific)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 10/25 / 40 / 200 + 3% bank charge
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply online at least 4 days before travel
standard track
Validity
30 days, 1 year, or 5 years depending on e-Tourist category
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
French passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival with at least 2 blank pages.
· 6 months validity
/02
Apply at e-Visa portal
Submit the e-Visa application at indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa with passport scan, photo, and travel details. Apply at least 4 days before travel.
· online application· 4 days
/03
Pay fee online
For France, the official e-Tourist fee is USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus a 3% bank charge.
· USD 10/25/40/200
/04
Submit e-Arrival Card
Complete the free e-Arrival Card on the official India Visa Online portal before arrival, generally within 72 hours before travel.
· free· 72 hours
/05
Receive ETA email
Print or save the Electronic Travel Authorization and carry it on travel. Airlines and immigration may ask for it.
· ETA
/06
Arrive in India
Present ETA at a designated e-Visa airport or seaport. Biometrics are taken on arrival.
· designated entry points
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
France -> India · e-Tourist Visa (e-TV)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredFrench passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid 6+ months beyond arrival, 2 blank pages
RequiredRecent digital photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
Square format, 350x350 to 1000x1000 pixels, white background
RequiredPassport bio page scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
PDF, under 300KB
RequiredIndian address/hotel
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
First night's hotel address or contact in India
Requirede-Arrival Card
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Free online form before arrival, generally within 72 hours
RecommendedReturn ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Confirmed onward/return ticket recommended
RequiredSufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Approximately USD 50/day or equivalent
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended, not mandatory
ConditionalYellow fever certificate (if applicable)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
If arriving from yellow fever zones (incl. some FR overseas territories)
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 and eligible entry points, accessed 2026-06-20India Visa Online — e-Tourist visa fee table, 20-February-2026 PDFIndia Visa Online — e-Business/e-Medical fee table, 15-April-2026 PDF
Application link included: India Visa Online — e-Visa instructions and eligible entry points, accessed 2026-06-20
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Visa (30 days)USD 10 / USD 25USD 10 for April-June arrival window; USD 25 for July-March; double entry
e-Tourist Visa (1 year)USD 40Multiple entries; continuous tourist stay normally capped at 90 days
e-Tourist Visa (5 years)USD 200Multiple entries; continuous tourist stay normally capped at 90 days
e-Business VisaUSD 165France fee in the April 2026 official e-Visa fee table
e-Medical VisaUSD 80Triple entry, 60 days
e-Arrival CardFreeMandatory online arrival form for foreign nationals entering India
Bank processing fee3%Official bank charge added to applicable e-Visa fees
Overstay penaltyUSD 300+Plus possible exit ban and future visa difficulties
Total estimateUSD 10 — USD 200 + 3%incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

e-Visa standard
At least 4 days before travel
India's official e-Visa system requires application at least 4 days before the expected arrival date.
e-Arrival Card
Before arrival
France Diplomatie says foreign nationals arriving in India must complete the e-Arrival Card online; use the official Indian Visa Online portal.
Sticker visa
Before travel
Use the Indian mission/outsourced visa route for purposes or stays not covered by e-Visa.
Visa on Arrival
Not available for France
India's limited visa-on-arrival facility does not include French ordinary passport holders.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Photo or passport scan rejected
India's portal is strict on format. Bad quality scans are the leading cause of rejection.
Medium
/02
Incomplete application
Missing references, addresses, or work details can cause delay or rejection.
Low
/03
Past visa violations
Prior overstays or visa issues with India affect future applications.
Low
/04
Pakistani origin
French citizens of Pakistani origin may face additional scrutiny and longer processing.
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
Codex rechecked France to India e-Visa facts
Re-verified against India Visa Online official fee tables, e-Visa instructions, e-Arrival Card portal, and France Diplomatie; added checked-date, corrected France e-Tourist/e-Business fees, added e-Arrival Card guidance, and removed visa-on-arrival wording.
2026-05-27
France to India route verified
Initial verification of the e-Visa route for French citizens.
2024-03-15 · major
5-year e-Tourist visa reinstated
India reinstated the 5-year multi-entry e-Tourist Visa after a Covid-era pause.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa for India?—
Yes. For tourism, use India's official e-Visa portal. The France e-Tourist fees are USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus 3% bank charge.
How long is the processing time?+
Can I visit Pondicherry on a regular e-Visa?+
Can I extend the e-Visa in India?+
Do I need the e-Arrival Card too?+
Can I enter India at any airport?+
Can French citizens work in India on e-Visa?+
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