{"id":524,"date":"2023-07-25T09:33:19","date_gmt":"2023-07-25T09:33:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/castleandking.com\/blogs\/?p=524"},"modified":"2023-10-26T15:34:24","modified_gmt":"2023-10-26T15:34:24","slug":"indian-visa-application-process-with-our-practical-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/castleandking.com\/blogs\/indian-visa-application-process-with-our-practical-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Indian Visa application process with our practical guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>India, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and historical wonders, welcomes millions of tourists each year. For a seamless travel experience, acquiring an Indian e-Visa is the first step. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the entire process of applying for an Indian e-Visa online.<\/p>\n<h2>Starting the Indian E-Visa Application Process<\/h2>\n<p>To begin the e-Visa application process, you first need to visit the official Indian e-Visa portal <a class=\"text-purple-1 hover:text-purple-2 underline underline-offset-4\" href=\"https:\/\/indianvisaonline.gov.in\/evisa\/tvoa.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a> and click on the &#8220;APPLY HERE FOR E-VISA&#8221; option. The application form contains several questions that require accurate and detailed responses, so ensure you have sufficient time and all necessary documents at hand.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Remember:<\/strong> Be patient and thorough while filling out the form.<\/p>\n<h3>Filling in the First Page of the E-Visa Application<\/h3>\n<p>The initial page of the application form requires you to enter the following data:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Type of passport (Select &#8216;ordinary passport&#8217; from the drop-down menu)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Nationality<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Arrival airport (Select from the drop-down menu)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Date of birth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">E-mail (Enter twice for confirmation)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Date of arrival<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Type of visa (Select the appropriate option)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For the visa type, you can choose from a variety of options such as eTourist Visa, eMedical Visa, eBusiness Visa, eConference Visa, or EMedical Attendant Visa. The selection will depend on the purpose of your visit.<\/p>\n<p>After filling in the necessary details, proceed by clicking &#8216;Continue&#8217;. You will be prompted to provide recent color photos and a copy of your passport.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> To assist you in the application process, the Government of India provides a guide, which is available for download <a class=\"text-purple-1 hover:text-purple-2 underline underline-offset-4\" href=\"https:\/\/indianvisaonline.gov.in\/evisa\/tvoa.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Warning:<\/strong> If you delay in completing the first page, the system might suspend the operation. In such a scenario, you will receive an email containing a link to resume the application and a security code.<\/p>\n<h2>Filling in the Second Page of the E-Visa Application<\/h2>\n<p>Upon clicking &#8216;Continue&#8217;, you will be directed to the second page of the registration form. Here, you have to provide personal details including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Surname<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Name<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Gender<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Date of birth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">City of birth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Country of birth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Identity card number<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Religious faith<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Special marks (if any)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Educational qualification<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Nationality<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Method of obtaining citizenship<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Certification of at least 2 years residence in the country from which you apply for the visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Passport details<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>After filling in all the fields, you can either save the entered data and continue the process by clicking on &#8220;SAVE AND CONTINUE&#8221; or save the data and temporarily exit the process by clicking on &#8220;SAVE AND TEMPORARILY EXIT&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Remember:<\/strong> All fields are mandatory for proceeding to the next screen.<\/p>\n<h2>The Second Half of the Second Page of the E-Visa Application<\/h2>\n<p>The second half of the second page requires you to provide the following details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Your address<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Province<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Postal code<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Landline number (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Mobile number (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">E-mail address (Enter twice for confirmation)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Information about your parents<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Marital status<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Whether you have any Pakistani parents or grandparents<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Current occupation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Employer&#8217;s name<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Workplace address<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Previous occupation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Whether you are affiliated with the police, army or security<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can again choose to save and continue or save and temporarily exit the process, taking note of your Application ID.<\/p>\n<h2>Filling in the Third Page of E-Visa Application<\/h2>\n<p>On the third page of the application form, you need to provide information about your visit, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Indian cities you intend to visit<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">The city from which you&#8217;ll depart India<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Whether you&#8217;ve visited India before (If yes, mention the cities visited)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">The number of your previous visa (if applicable)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Whether your visa was denied previously<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Countries visited in the last 10 years<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Whether you&#8217;ve visited any SAARC countries in the last 3 years<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Contact person in India<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"flex items-start justify-start\">Contact person in your country<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ensure all information provided is true. Any discrepancy found may lead to visa denial.<\/p>\n<h2>Uploading Documents<\/h2>\n<p>Apart from filling in the necessary details, you also need to upload a recent photograph and a copy of your passport page containing your details. Make sure the uploaded files are clear and readable, and the photo should be of the specified dimensions.<\/p>\n<h2>Making the Payment<\/h2>\n<p>The final step of the application process is the payment of the e-Visa fee, which is approximately $80, plus a processing fee of 2.5%. The fee is non-refundable even if the application is rejected. Payment can be made through SBIePay or AXIS BANK.<\/p>\n<h2>Confirming the E-Visa Approval<\/h2>\n<p>Upon successful payment, you will receive an email acknowledging receipt and registration of your application. However, this doesn&#8217;t imply the approval of your visa. The final confirmation email should arrive within the next 72 hours. Once you receive this email, print it out and keep it along with your passport and boarding pass to present to the authorities upon arrival in India.<\/p>\n<p>If you do not receive the confirmation email within 72 hours, check the status of your e-Visa <a class=\"text-purple-1 hover:text-purple-2 underline underline-offset-4\" href=\"https:\/\/indianvisaonline.gov.in\/evisa\/tvoa.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to remember that the process of obtaining an Indian e-Visa may seem complex, but with patience and attention to detail, it&#8217;s a manageable task. 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