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New Zealand to India visa requirements

New Zealand ordinary passport holders need an Indian visa before travel; tourism e-Visa fees are USD 10/25 for 30 days, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus a 3% bank charge. New Zealand ordinary passport holders need a valid Indian visa before travel unless they hold an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card. The High Commission of India in Wellington says New Zealand nationals can apply for India's e-Visa categories through the official Government of India portal, indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa; use only the official site. The official 20 February 2026 e-Tourist fee table lists New Zealand at USD 10 for a 30-day e-Tourist Visa in April-June, USD 25 for a 30-day e-Tourist Visa in July-March, USD 40 for a 1-year e-Tourist Visa, and USD 200 for a 5-year e-Tourist Visa; a 3% bank charge is added. 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 from ETA grant; for New Zealanders the continuous stay is limited to 90 days per visit and aggregate stay in India should not exceed 180 days in a calendar year. Apply at least 4 days before arrival, within the official window: up to 30 days ahead for 30-day eTVs or up to 120 days ahead for 1-year/5-year eTVs and other e-Visa categories. e-Visas are non-extendable and non-convertible and can be used only through the listed e-Visa airports and seaports. Foreigners and OCI cardholders can submit the e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before arrival; it is arrival information, not a visa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-21
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 2026-06-21
Visa type
e-Tourist Visa (eTV), regular visa if e-Visa ineligible, or OCI
Maximum stay
30 days; 90 days per visit and max 180 days per calendar year on 1yr/5yr eTV
per entry
Entries
Double for 30-day eTV; multiple for 1yr/5yr eTV
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 10/25 / 40 / 200 + 3% bank charge
consular fee only
Processing time
e-Visa: apply at least 4 days before arrival; regular visa: 4-6 working days at HCI Wellington
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 e-Visa eligibility
New Zealand ordinary passport should have at least 6 months validity from arrival and at least 2 blank pages. e-Visa is not available to diplomatic/official passport holders, laissez-passer holders, people endorsed on another passport, or Pakistani-origin applicants.
· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Apply only at the official portal
Use indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa. Choose the correct e-Visa category and upload the passport bio-page PDF, digital photo, travel details, and Indian address/contact.
· official portal· online application
/03
Pay the current New Zealand fee
For e-Tourist Visa: USD 10 or 25 for 30 days depending on travel month, USD 40 for 1 year, or USD 200 for 5 years, plus a 3% bank charge.
· USD 10/25/40/200
/04
Wait for ETA before travel
Apply at least 4 days before arrival. Travel only after the ETA status is granted and carry a printed or saved copy.
· minimum 4 days· ETA granted
/05
Submit the e-Arrival Card
Complete the online e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before arrival in India. This arrival information is separate from the visa.
· within 72 hours
/06
Enter through a listed e-Visa point
Present the ETA at one of the e-Visa airports or seaports listed by the Indian e-Visa portal; biometrics are captured on arrival.
· designated entry points
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
New Zealand -> India · e-Tourist Visa (eTV), regular visa if e-Visa ineligible, or OCI
0 / 13 complete
Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredNew Zealand ordinary passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
At least 6 months validity from arrival, 2 blank pages
RequiredRecent digital photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
JPEG, square, plain light or white background, 10KB-1MB
RequiredPassport bio page scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
PDF, 10KB-300KB
RequiredIndian address/hotel
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
First night's hotel address or contact in India
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; no fixed daily amount is stated on the official e-Visa portal
RequiredETA copy
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Carry printed or saved ETA and confirm status shows GRANTED before travel
Requirede-Arrival Card
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Submit online within 72 hours before arrival; it is arrival information, not a visa
RecommendedComprehensive travel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended by New Zealand SafeTravel, including medical evacuation cover
ConditionalOCI card (if applicable)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
OCI cardholders use OCI lifelong visa benefits instead of 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 Visa Online - e-Visa portal and FAQ (Government of India, accessed 2026-06-21)India Visa Online - e-Tourist fee PDF, 20 February 2026India Visa Online - business/medical e-Visa fee PDF, 15 April 2026
Application link included: India Visa Online - e-Visa portal and FAQ (Government of India, accessed 2026-06-21)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Visa (30 days, Apr-Jun)USD 10Double entry within the 30-day e-Visa validity period
e-Tourist Visa (30 days, Jul-Mar)USD 25Double entry within the 30-day e-Visa validity period
e-Tourist Visa (1 year)USD 40Multiple entries; 90 days per visit for New Zealanders and max 180 days per calendar year
e-Tourist Visa (5 years)USD 200Multiple entries; official New Zealand fee in the 20-February-2026 e-Tourist fee PDF
e-Business VisaUSD 130New Zealand fee in the 15-April-2026 non-tourist e-Visa fee PDF; not for employment
e-Medical / e-Medical Attendant VisaUSD 80New Zealand fee in the 15-April-2026 non-tourist e-Visa fee PDF
e-Arrival CardFreeArrival information submitted within 72 hours before arrival; it is not a visa
Bank processing fee3%Added to applicable e-Visa fees
Regular/paper visaVariesUse HCI Wellington or the relevant Indian mission if e-Visa is unavailable or the purpose is ineligible
Overstay/FRRO penaltiesVariesAvoid overstays; e-Visas are non-extendable and non-convertible
Total estimateUSD 10 + 3% — USD 200 + 3%incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

e-Visa standard
Apply at least 4 days before arrival
30-day eTV applications can be made up to 30 days before travel; 1-year/5-year eTV, e-Business, e-Medical, e-Medical Attendant and e-Conference applications can be made up to 120 days before travel.
Regular/paper visa at HCI Wellington
4-6 working days
High Commission of India, Wellington lists 4-6 working days for New Zealand passports; referred categories can take longer.
OCI card
Normally about 30 days
Separate route for eligible people of Indian origin; official OCI Services describes OCI as a multiple-entry lifelong visa.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Wrong e-Visa category or purpose
Tourism, business, medical, conference, student, transit and other e-Visa categories have different eligibility, documents, stay rules and fees.
Medium
/02
Photo or passport scan rejected
The portal specifies JPEG photo and PDF passport bio-page size rules; unclear uploads can delay or sink an application.
Medium
/03
Using unofficial sites
India states indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa is the only official e-Visa website and warns against intermediaries claiming express processing.
Medium
/04
Pakistani passport or Pakistani origin
Applicants with Pakistani passports or Pakistani-origin family history are not eligible for e-Visa and must use the regular visa route.
Low
/05
Ignoring stay or area restrictions
Tourist e-Visas are non-extendable and do not cover protected, restricted or cantonment areas without separate permission.
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
2026-06-21
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-21 · major
Codex checked New Zealand to India entry guidance
Codex rechecked official India e-Visa, fee, e-Arrival Card, HCI Wellington, OCI and SafeTravel sources; corrected New Zealand e-Tourist/e-Business fees, application windows, stay rules, bank charge, entry points, and checked-date.
2026-05-27
New Zealand to India route initially verified
Initial e-Visa route entry; fee and stay details were superseded by the 2026-06-21 official fee and FAQ check.
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 New Zealanders need a visa for India?—
Yes. New Zealand ordinary passport holders need a valid Indian visa before travel unless they hold an OCI card. Tourism is usually handled through India's official e-Tourist Visa portal.
How much is India's e-Tourist Visa for New Zealanders?+
How long can New Zealanders stay on a 1-year or 5-year e-Tourist Visa?+
How long is the processing time?+
Can I extend the e-Visa in India?+
Do New Zealanders need an e-Arrival Card?+
What about OCI cardholders?+
Can New Zealanders work in India on an e-Tourist Visa?+
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