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Do France passport holders need a visa to visit India?

India e-Visa USD 25 (30 days), USD 40 (1 year) or USD 80 (5 years) for French citizens. French passport holders need a visa to enter India, but the e-Visa system makes this convenient. France is on India's e-Visa eligible list (165+ countries). Apply online at indianvisaonline.gov.in — no embassy visit needed for standard tourism. The e-Tourist Visa costs USD 25 for 30 days (double entry), USD 40 for 1 year (multi-entry, 90 days per stay), or USD 80 for 5 years (multi-entry, 90 days per stay). Processing typically takes 3-5 business days. France-India ties are warming with the bilateral Horizon 2047 partnership; tourism flows have grown sharply since 2023. French citizens travelling to former colonial enclaves (Pondicherry, Karaikal, Mahe, Yanam) face no special requirements. The 5-year e-Tourist visa, popular for repeat travellers, was reinstated in March 2024 after a Covid-era pause.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
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 2026-05-27
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 25 / 40 / 80
consular fee only
Processing time
3-5 business days
standard track
Validity
Stable; 5-year e-Visa reinstated Mar 2024
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 at indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa with passport scan, photo, and travel details.
· online application
/03
Pay fee online
USD 25 (30 days), USD 40 (1 year), or USD 80 (5 years). Credit/debit card.
· USD 25/40/80
/04
Receive ETA email
Decision in 3-5 business days. Print the ETA and carry it on travel.
· 3-5 days
/05
Arrive in India
Present ETA at one of 30+ designated airports/5 seaports. Biometrics taken on arrival.
· designated entry points
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 8 complete
French passport
Valid 6+ months beyond arrival, 2 blank pages
Recent digital photo
Square format, 350x350 to 1000x1000 pixels, white background
Passport bio page scan
PDF, under 300KB
Indian address/hotel
First night's hotel address or contact in India
Return ticket
Confirmed onward/return ticket recommended
Sufficient funds
Approximately USD 50/day or equivalent
Travel insurance
Recommended, not mandatory
Yellow fever certificate (if applicable)
If arriving from yellow fever zones (incl. some FR overseas territories)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Visa (30 days)USD 25Double entry - low season Apr-Jun: USD 10
e-Tourist Visa (1 year)USD 40Multiple entries, 90 days per stay
e-Tourist Visa (5 years)USD 80Multiple entries, 90 days per stay - reinstated March 2024
e-Business VisaUSD 801 year multi-entry, 180 days per stay
e-Medical VisaUSD 80Triple entry, 60 days
Bank processing feeUSD ~12.5% surcharge on visa fee
Overstay penaltyUSD 300+Plus possible exit ban and future visa difficulties
Total estimateUSD 25 — USD 80incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

e-Visa standard
3-5 business days
Apply at least 4 days before travel. Most decisions within 72 hours.
Sticker visa
5-10 days
Via Indian embassy in Paris for stays over 90 days.
Visa on Arrival (limited)
On arrival
Only at select airports; French citizens should use e-Visa instead.
/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
2026-05-27
France to India route verified
Confirmed e-Visa USD 25/40/80 tiered structure 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 — but the e-Visa system makes it easy. Apply online for USD 25 (30 days), USD 40 (1 year), or USD 80 (5 years).
How long is the processing time?+
Can I visit Pondicherry on a regular e-Visa?+
Can I extend the e-Visa in India?+
Can I enter India at any airport?+
Can French citizens work in India on e-Visa?+
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