Entry requirements
India entry requirements for Canadians
Do Canadians need a visa for India?
A visa is required and must match your purpose of travel — the wrong visa type means refused entry. A tourist visa allows a maximum of 180 consecutive days, even if the visa itself is valid longer.
Passport valid 6 months from your date of entry into India, with at least two blank pages. Always confirm on the official source before you travel.
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Visa / entry
An e-Visa (or visa) is required before travel. Apply on the official Indian government portal.
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Your travel checklist
0/6- Passport: Passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival, with two blank pages.
- Visa / entry permit: An e-Visa (or visa) is required before travel. Apply on the official Indian government portal.Open link
- Vaccinations: Routine vaccines up to date; Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended; discuss others with a travel clinic.Open link
- Travel insurance arranged (medical + cancellation).
- Travel eSIM so you land connected (no roaming).Get an eSIM
- Check the official Government of Canada advisory before you go.Open link
Travel requirements change often. This is a helpful summary, not a guarantee — always confirm on the official source before you travel, and Lisa can help you arrange everything.
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India travel requirements — FAQ
A visa is required and must match your purpose of travel — the wrong visa type means refused entry. A tourist visa allows a maximum of 180 consecutive days, even if the visa itself is valid longer.
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