Do you qualify?
- You are travelling through India to a third country
- You have a confirmed onward ticket
- You have a visa for your final destination, if it needs one
- Your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date you arrive
Documents you'll need
| Document | Details | Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | Passport photo page scan | Required |
| Application form | Completed and checked by us before submission | We prepare |
| Photo | Recent passport-style photo with a white background | Required |
| Flight booking | Onward flight ticket to your final destination | Required |
| Visa for your final destination | Visa for your final destination, if needed | If applicable |
We give you a full checklist for your circumstances at your consultation.
Do you need a transit visa for India?
If you are changing planes at an Indian airport and staying airside, you may not need a visa at all. If you need to leave the airport, change airports, or stop over in India for a short time on your way somewhere else, you need a transit visa. The e-Transit visa lets you apply online instead of through a visa centre.
What the e-Transit visa allows
The e-Transit visa allows up to two entries within a short validity period, so it can cover both legs of a journey that passes through India twice. It is only for transit: if you want to spend time in India as a tourist, apply for an e-Tourist visa instead.
India e-Transit visa documents
You'll need a scan of your passport photo page, a recent photo with a white background, and your onward ticket showing you're leaving India for another country. If your final destination needs a visa, have that ready too, as airlines may ask for it before you board.
India e-Transit visa help from Manchester
We're based in Manchester city centre and handle Indian eVisas for clients across the UK, entirely online. We complete your application, check every detail against your passport and keep you updated until your eVisa arrives.
How we help
- Check your eligibility and confirm the right route at your consultation
- Give you a personalised document checklist
- Prepare and complete your application forms
- Review all evidence against the current rules before submission
- Keep you updated until you have a decision
Fees and timescales
| Service | Visa length | Official fee | Our fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 Working Days Application completed and checked, photo and passport scan checked | 30 Days but can stay 3 days per transit | £27 | £50 | £77 |
The official fee is the fee charged by the country’s eVisa system. It can change, so we confirm it before you pay.
Delivery
Your eVisa is sent to you electronically, so there’s no passport to post. Delivery is a flat £5.
Common questions
Can I visit India on an e-Transit visa?
Only for the purpose of transit. If you plan to spend time sightseeing or visiting people, apply for an e-Tourist visa.
Do I need an India e-Transit visa if I stay airside?
Often not. If you change planes without leaving the airport, you may not need a visa. If you need to leave the airport or change airports, you need one.
How many entries does an India e-Transit visa allow?
Up to two entries, which can cover both legs of a journey that passes through India twice.