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Netherlands to India visa requirements

Dutch passport holders need a visa for India. The usual tourist route is India's e-Visa: USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus 3% bank charge. Dutch passport holders need an Indian visa before travel. The Netherlands MFA specifically points Dutch travelers to India's electronic visa system, and India lists the Netherlands as e-Visa eligible. For tourism, the e-Tourist Visa costs USD 10 for a 30-day visa in April-June, USD 25 for a 30-day visa in July-March, USD 40 for a 1-year visa, or USD 200 for a 5-year visa, plus a 3% bank charge. The 30-day e-Tourist Visa is valid for 30 days from first arrival; 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: the 30-day tourist category opens 30 days before travel, while 1-year/5-year tourist and most other e-Visa categories can be applied for up to 120 days before travel. Passport must have at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages. e-Visa holders may enter only through designated ports currently listed as 33 airports and 33 seaports; land-border entry is not allowed on an e-Visa. Foreigners, including Dutch travelers, must also complete the free e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before arrival. e-Visas are non-extendable and non-convertible, and regular paper visas continue through VFS Global centers in The Hague, Amsterdam, and Rotterdam for travelers who need a non-e-Visa route.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-20
Visa type
Indian e-Visa or regular paper visa
Maximum stay
30 days for 30-day eTV; 1-year/5-year eTV max 180 days per calendar year
per entry
Entries
30-day tourist double entry; 1-year/5-year tourist multiple entry; other categories vary
from issue date
Visa fee
e-Tourist USD 10/25/40/200 + 3% bank charge
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply at least 4 days before arrival; ETA sent by email
standard track
Validity
30 days / 1 year / 5 years for e-Tourist Visa
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Use a Dutch passport with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages for immigration stamping.
· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Choose the visa category
Tourists usually choose 30-day, 1-year, or 5-year e-Tourist Visa. Business, medical, attendant, conference, student, family, transit, and other e-Visa categories have separate rules and fees.
· e-Visa categories
/03
Apply on the official portal
Use indianvisaonline.gov.in only. Apply at least 4 days before arrival: up to 30 days ahead for the 30-day e-Tourist Visa, or up to 120 days ahead for 1-year/5-year tourist and most other e-Visa categories.
· official portal· 4 days minimum
/04
Pay the visa fee
For Dutch citizens, e-Tourist fees are USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus India's 3% bank charge.
· USD 10/25/40/200· 3% bank charge
/05
Complete the e-Arrival Card
Submit the free e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before arrival. It is arrival information, not a visa.
· e-Arrival Card· 72 hours
/06
Arrive at a designated port
Print or save the ETA and arrive through an eligible e-Visa airport or seaport. The current official list shows 33 airports and 33 seaports; e-Visa entry by land border is not allowed.
· 33 airports· 33 seaports
/07
Track your stay
Do not overstay. e-Visas are non-extendable and non-convertible; visa/immigration services such as exit permits are handled through e-FRRO if needed.
· non-extendable· e-FRRO
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
Netherlands -> India · Indian e-Visa or regular paper visa
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredDutch passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months, with 2 blank pages
RequiredDigital passport photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
Clear front-facing photo on plain light or white 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 official portal
RequiredCredit/debit card
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
For e-Visa fee and 3% bank charge
RequiredReturn/onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Required by India's e-Visa instructions
RequiredSufficient funds and Indian address
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Carry funds and hotel/host address for the stay
Requirede-Arrival Card confirmation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Submit within 72 hours before arrival and save the confirmation
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 sourcesGovernment of India e-Visa portalGovernment of India e-Tourist Visa fee schedule (20-February-2026)Government of India non-tourist e-Visa fee schedule (15-April-2026)
Application link included: Government of India e-Visa portal
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Visa (30 days, April-June)USD 10 + 3%Seasonal low fee; 30-day validity from first arrival
e-Tourist Visa (30 days, July-March)USD 25 + 3%Standard 30-day tourist fee
e-Tourist Visa (1 year)USD 40 + 3%Multiple entry; total stay in India must not exceed 180 days in a calendar year
e-Tourist Visa (5 years)USD 200 + 3%Multiple entry; total stay in India must not exceed 180 days in a calendar year
e-Business VisaUSD 120 + 3%For eligible business activities; not for employment
e-Medical / e-Medical Attendant VisaUSD 80 + 3%Separate medical and attendant categories
e-Arrival CardFreeMandatory arrival information within 72 hours before arrival
Regular paper tourist visa via VFSEUR 95+ feesEmbassy-authorized VFS route; service and ICWF fees are additional
Total estimateUSD 10 + 3% — USD 200 + 3%incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

30-day e-Tourist Visa application window
4-30 days before arrival
India allows the 30-day e-Tourist Visa application from 30 days before proposed travel.
1-year / 5-year e-Tourist Visa application window
4-120 days before arrival
Longer e-Tourist categories can be requested up to 120 days before proposed travel.
e-Arrival Card
Within 72 hours before arrival
Free online arrival form; separate from the e-Visa.
Extension request
Not available for e-Visa
India states e-Visas are non-extendable and non-convertible.
Regular visa via VFS
Varies by category
For paper visas, use VFS Global centers in The Hague, Amsterdam, or Rotterdam.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Wrong fee or visa duration
The Netherlands 5-year e-Tourist Visa fee is USD 200, not the older USD 80 figure used for some nationalities.
High
/02
Passport or upload mismatch
Names, passport number, photo, and bio-page scan must match and meet portal requirements.
High
/03
Missing e-Arrival Card
Foreigners and OCI cardholders must submit the arrival card online within 72 hours before arrival.
Medium
/04
Wrong entry point
e-Visa entry is limited to designated airports and seaports; land-border entry is not allowed.
Medium
/05
Overstay or visa-condition violation
Overstays can lead to e-FRRO exit-permit delays, fines, prosecution, and future visa problems.
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
Review fix: India e-Visa seaport count updated
Updated the e-Visa entry-port count from the stale seaport figure to the official authorized-checkposts list of 33 major Indian seaports.
2026-06-20 · major
Codex checked Netherlands to India entry rules
Re-checked official Indian e-Visa, fee schedule, Embassy of India The Hague, India Visa Online, and Netherlands MFA sources; added checked-date, corrected Dutch e-Tourist fees to USD 10/25/40/200 plus 3%, updated the 180-day calendar-year stay cap, split the 30-day and 120-day application windows, added e-Arrival Card guidance, refreshed designated port counts, and removed unsupported fixed overstay-penalty amounts.
2026-05-27
Netherlands to India route verified
Confirmed e-Visa options for Dutch citizens.
2014-11-27 · major
India launched e-Visa program
Replaced visa-on-arrival; expanded to 30-day, 1-year, 5-year options.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Dutch citizens need a visa for India?—
Yes. Dutch passport holders need an Indian visa before travel; for tourism, the usual route is the official e-Tourist Visa.
What is the e-Tourist Visa fee for Dutch citizens?+
How long can I stay on an India e-Tourist Visa?+
How early should I apply?+
Do I also need an e-Arrival Card?+
Can I extend my e-Visa in India?+
Can I enter India anywhere with an e-Visa?+
Are there direct flights from the Netherlands?+
What if I want to visit restricted areas?+
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