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Do Philippines passport holders need a visa to visit India?

Philippine ordinary passport holders need an Indian e-Visa for tourism — and the 30-day e-Tourist visa is currently FREE (gratis) for Filipinos until 31 July 2026. Filipino tourists cannot enter India visa-free; they must obtain a visa before arrival. The most convenient route is the online e-Tourist visa (e-Visa), applied for via the Government of India portal. Under a special bilateral measure announced by the Embassy of India in Manila, the 30-day e-Tourist visa is granted on a gratis (no fee) basis to Philippine citizens for the period 1 August 2025 to 31 July 2026 — a double-entry visa valid for 30 days from first arrival. Longer-duration options remain available for a fee: a 1-year multiple-entry e-Tourist visa (about USD 40) and a 5-year multiple-entry e-Tourist visa (about USD 200), both capping stay at 180 days per year. Apply at least 4 days before travel (up to 30 days ahead); a passport with at least 6 months' validity is required. The e-Visa is non-extendable, non-convertible, and not valid for Protected/Restricted or Cantonment areas.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
e-Tourist Visa (e-Visa) — applied online before travel
Maximum stay
30 days from first arrival (free option); up to 180 days/year on 1- or 5-year visas
per entry
Entries
Double entry (30-day); multiple entry (1-year and 5-year)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 0 for the 30-day visa until 31 Jul 2026 (normally ~USD 25); USD 40 (1-year); USD 200 (5-year), plus ~2.5%–3.5% bank charge
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically up to 72 hours; apply at least 4 days before arrival
standard track
Validity
30 days from first arrival; 1 or 5 years from grant of ETA for paid options
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and passport validity
Ensure your ordinary passport has at least 6 months' validity and two blank pages. The Philippines is on India's e-Visa eligible list.
· 6 months validity· Ordinary passport
/02
Open the official e-Visa portal
Go to indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html and select the e-Tourist Visa category. Choose the 30-day (free until 31 Jul 2026), 1-year, or 5-year option.
· Official portal only· e-Tourist Visa
/03
Complete the online application
Fill in personal, passport, travel and reference details. Upload a scanned passport bio-page and a recent white-background photo.
· Passport scan· Digital photo
/04
Pay the fee (if applicable)
The 30-day visa is gratis until 31 Jul 2026. For 1-year or 5-year visas, pay online by card (a small bank surcharge applies). Pay at least 4 days before travel.
· Card payment· Free 30-day option
/05
Receive the ETA by email
Processing is usually within 72 hours. You receive an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) by email — print it to carry on the trip.
· Check email· Print ETA
/06
Travel and enter India
Arrive at a designated e-Visa airport/seaport. Present the ETA, passport, return/onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds at immigration for biometric enrolment.
· Designated ports· Return ticket
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 9 complete
Ordinary passport valid at least 6 months with 2 blank pages
required
Scanned passport bio-data page (PDF)
required
Recent front-facing photo, white background (JPEG)
required
Valid email address to receive the ETA
required
Credit/debit card for fee (paid visas only)
required
Confirmed return or onward air ticket
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Hotel booking or address of stay in India
recommended
Printed copy of the approved ETA
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
30-day e-Tourist Visa (double entry)USD 0Gratis for Filipinos 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026 (normally ~USD 25)
1-year e-Tourist Visa (multiple entry)USD 40Max 180 days per calendar year
5-year e-Tourist Visa (multiple entry)USD 200Max 180 days per calendar year
Bank/payment gateway surcharge~2.5%–3.5%Added to paid visa fees only
Total estimateUSD 0 — USD 207incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa processing
Up to 72 hours
Apply at least 4 days before arrival (up to 30 days ahead); ETA delivered by email.
Early application
Up to 30 days before travel
Submit well ahead to absorb any document-clarification delays.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and sightseeing
The e-Tourist visa covers leisure travel, sightseeing and casual visits to friends/relatives.
High
/02
Visiting family or friends
Filipinos with relatives or contacts in India commonly use the e-Tourist route.
Medium
/03
Short attendance at events
Brief cultural, spiritual or wellness trips fit the tourist category (e-Conference/e-Ayush exist separately for formal events).
Medium
/04
Stopover or multi-city itinerary
Double/multiple entry allows combining India with regional travel.
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
2026-05-30
Philippines to India route verified
Confirmed via the Embassy of India (Manila) and the Government of India e-Visa portal that Filipinos require an e-Tourist visa, and that the 30-day double-entry e-Tourist visa remains gratis (free) through 31 July 2026; paid 1-year and 5-year options unchanged.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Filipinos enter India without a visa?—
No. Philippine passport holders must obtain a visa before travel. The simplest option is the online e-Tourist visa (e-Visa); there is no visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry for tourism.
Is the India tourist visa really free for Filipinos?+
How long can I stay in India on the free e-Tourist visa?+
How early should I apply?+
Which airports accept the e-Visa?+
Can I extend the e-Visa or visit restricted areas?+
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