Yes, if your nationality and travel purpose are eligible. British passport holders commonly use the India e-Visa for tourism and business visits. UK residents with non-British passports must check eligibility based on their nationality, not just UK residence.

An e-Visa is applied for online and the approval is sent by email. A regular visa usually requires an online form plus document and passport submission through the VFS Global process in the UK. Regular visas are used where e-Visa is not suitable or not available.

The e-Tourist Visa can be available for 30 days, 1 year or 5 years. The 30-day option is double entry, while the 1-year and 5-year options are multiple entry, subject to permitted stay limits.

A regular India visa may be more suitable where the applicant is not eligible for e-Visa, has Pakistani nationality or Pakistani origin, needs to visit protected or restricted areas, plans a purpose not covered by e-Visa, needs a specific long-term visa, requires employment permission, has a complex travel history, or is applying with a passport type that is not accepted under the e-Visa system.

Eligible applicants should apply at least 4 days before arrival. In many cases, applications can be made up to 120 days before the proposed travel date. Applying early is safer, especially during busy travel periods.

The official February 2026 e-Tourist Visa fee table shows UK fees of USD 10 or USD 25 for the 30-day option depending on season, USD 40 for the 1-year option and USD 484 for the 5-year option, plus a 3% bank charge. Fees can change, so check before payment.

The High Commission of India fee table for UK nationals shows GBP 127 for a tourist visa up to 1 year and GBP 378 for a tourist visa from 1 year up to 5 years. Additional VFS or optional service charges may apply.

No. A tourist visa is not for employment, and a business visa is not the same as permission to work in India. Paid employment usually requires an Employment Visa and supporting documents from the Indian employer.

A tourist visa may be suitable for casual visits to friends or relatives. However, persons of Indian origin or close family members of Indian citizens or OCI cardholders may sometimes need to consider an Entry Visa or OCI-related options depending on circumstances.

Yes. Each traveller normally needs their own passport and individual visa approval. Children cannot rely on a parent’s visa.

Yes, a valid OCI card together with a valid foreign passport can usually be used for travel to India. If your OCI card details are outdated or there are passport changes, check the current OCI rules before travel.

Your passport should normally have at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. Travellers should also check airline and transit requirements before departure.

Applicants with Pakistani nationality or Pakistani origin are generally not eligible for India e-Visa and should use the regular visa route. Processing can take substantially longer and additional documents may be needed.

For a regular India visa, you normally need to use the VFS Global process and book the correct appointment or submission service. HCI guidance states there is no walk-in service for visa and consular services.

Urgent options depend on the visa category, nationality and reason for travel. Emergency or urgent cases should be checked against official High Commission and VFS guidance. Travellers should avoid relying on informal agents or unofficial promises.

e-Visa holders must enter through designated airports or seaports listed by the Indian authorities. The permitted entry and exit points should be checked on the official e-Visa portal before booking travel.

Some parts of India require Protected Area Permits or Restricted Area Permits in addition to a visa. These permissions can take time and should be checked well before travel.

We can guide you on the correct route, help prepare and review documents, support form accuracy and explain the VFS or e-Visa process. The exact level of support depends on the visa category and official submission rules.

Many India visa applications are straightforward, but mistakes in visa type, passport details, photo upload, business letters or nationality issues can cause delays or travel problems. A professional review can reduce avoidable errors and give you more confidence before submission.