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Portugal to India visa requirements

Portuguese citizens need an Indian e-Visa or regular visa before travel. Tourist e-Visa fees for Portugal are USD 10/25 (30-day, by season), USD 40 (1-year), or USD 200 (5-year), plus 3% bank charges. Portuguese passport holders must obtain an e-Visa or regular/paper visa before traveling to India. The e-Tourist Visa fee table for Portugal lists USD 10 for 30-day eTV from April to June, USD 25 for 30-day eTV from July to March, USD 40 for 1-year eTV, and USD 200 for 5-year eTV, plus 3% bank charges. The 30-day e-Tourist Visa allows double entry within its 30-day validity; 1-year and 5-year tourist e-Visas are multiple-entry with a maximum stay in India of 180 days during one calendar year. Apply at least 4 days before arrival: 30-day tourist applications can be made up to 30 days ahead, while 1-year/5-year tourist and most other e-Visa categories can be made up to 120 days ahead. Passport needs at least 6 months validity for e-Visa and 2 blank pages. e-Visa entry is limited to the listed 33 airports and 33 seaports; land-border entry requires the appropriate regular visa. Foreigners must also submit India's e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before arrival.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-20
Visa type
e-Visa (eTV) or paper visa
Maximum stay
30 days / 180 days per calendar year
per entry
Entries
Double or multiple-entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 10/25 / USD 40 / USD 200
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply at least 4 days before arrival
standard track
Validity
30 days / 1 year / 5 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Portuguese passport valid 6+ months beyond entry date with 2 blank pages.
· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Choose e-Visa category
Tourist (eTV), Business, Medical, Conference, Student, Transit and other listed e-Visa categories are handled online; use a regular visa if your purpose is not covered.
· e-Visa categories
/03
Apply online
At indianvisaonline.gov.in. Apply at least 4 days before arrival; 30-day tourist applications open 30 days ahead and 1-/5-year tourist applications open 120 days ahead.
· online application
/04
Wait for ETA grant
Check that ETA status is GRANTED before travel and carry a copy for the airline and immigration.
· ETA required
/05
Submit e-Arrival Card
Foreigners must complete India's e-Arrival Card online within 72 hours before arrival; it is separate from the visa.
· arrival card
/06
Arrive at designated port
Use one of the listed 33 airports or 33 seaports such as Delhi, Mumbai, Goa (Dabolim/Mopa), Bengaluru, Chennai or Hyderabad. Biometrics are captured on arrival.
· designated entry points
/07
Track your stay
Don't overstay. e-Visa cannot be extended in country.
· non-extendable
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
Portugal -> India · e-Visa (eTV) or paper visa
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredPortuguese passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid 6+ months beyond entry, 2 blank pages
RequiredDigital passport photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
JPEG 350x350, white background, recent
RequiredPassport bio page scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
PDF under 300KB
RequiredCredit/debit card
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
For e-Visa fee plus 3% bank charge
RequiredReturn/onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Confirmed flight out of India
RequiredAccommodation address
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel or host details for application
Requirede-Arrival Card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Submit online within 72 hours before arrival
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 sourcesIndian Visa Online e-Visa instructionsIndian Visa Online e-Tourist Visa fee table (20-February-2026)Indian Visa Online e-Business/Medical/Conference fee table (15-April-2026)
Application link included: Indian Visa Online e-Visa instructions
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Visa (30-day double entry, Apr-Jun)USD 10Seasonal 30-day tourist rate; bank charge extra
e-Tourist Visa (30-day double entry, Jul-Mar)USD 25Standard 30-day tourist rate; bank charge extra
e-Tourist Visa (1-year multi)USD 40Multiple entry; 180 days maximum in a calendar year
e-Tourist Visa (5-year multi)USD 200Long-term option; 180 days maximum in a calendar year
e-Business Visa (1-year multi)USD 120Business meetings, trade fairs; not for employment
Paper tourist visa (consular)EUR 92+Embassy tourist visa fee up to 1 year, before ICWF/postal charges
Overstay/exit penaltiesVariesHandled by Indian immigration/FRRO; can delay exit or future entry
Total estimateUSD 10 — USD 200incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

e-Visa standard
Apply at least 4 days ahead
30-day tourist applications open 30 days ahead; 1-/5-year tourist and most other e-Visas open 120 days ahead.
Paper/regular visa
Minimum 3 working days
Indian Mission/Post processing minimum; Embassy of India Lisbon accepts regular visa applications on Tuesdays.
Extension request
Not available
e-Visas cannot be extended or converted in India.
e-Arrival Card
Within 72 hours before arrival
Mandatory arrival information form for foreigners; separate from the visa.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Passport biographic mismatch
Names on application must exactly match passport; mismatches cause rejection.
High
/02
Poor photo upload
Wrong size, dark background, or glasses cause rejection.
Medium
/03
Wrong entry point
Only the listed 33 airports and 33 seaports accept e-Visa; land borders require the appropriate regular visa.
Medium
/04
Missing e-Arrival Card
The arrival form is separate from the visa and must be submitted within 72 hours before arrival.
Medium
/05
Overstay
Overstay can trigger fines, exit-permit delays, deportation or future entry 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
Reviewed by Codex
Re-checked Portugal to India entry facts against official Indian and Portuguese sources; corrected e-Visa fees, stay limits, application windows, e-Visa entry ports, e-Arrival Card requirement, paper visa fee wording, and unsupported overstay/flight claims.
2026-05-27
Portugal to India route verified
Confirmed e-Visa options for Portuguese 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 Portuguese citizens need a visa for India?—
Yes. Use the official Indian e-Visa portal if your purpose is eligible, or apply for a regular/paper visa through the Indian visa system and Embassy route.
What is the e-Tourist Visa fee?+
How long can I stay on e-Visa?+
Can I extend my e-Visa in India?+
Can I enter India by land with an e-Visa?+
Is the e-Arrival Card the same as an e-Visa?+
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