Planning to come to India? Know the different types of visas to India. Rich in history and heritage, India is a land of multicultural experiences and is one of the oldest surviving civilizations in the world. Different religions, traditions, and customs of this country have always had a great influence on its culture and society in general. Classical music, classical dance, … [Read more...]
e-FRRO Services in India – No More Visits to Local FRRO Offices
In 2017, India welcomes over 1 crore foreigners. Of these, over 3.6 lakh people had to visit an FRRO office for visa related services. In an effort to remove this discomfort and make the experience of visiting India better, the Home Ministry has launched a web application – e-FRRO or e Foreigners Regional Registration Office. This application will offer a number of services … [Read more...]
1000% increase in tourists visiting India on e-visas in 2015
India witnessed a 1000% growth in the number of tourists visiting the country on e-visas in 2015. The Ministry of Tourism has been recording a sharp increase in the number of tourists arriving in India since the launch of the e-visa facilities by the Indian government during the latter part of 2014. Interesting statistics of tourists arriving to India on e-visas According … [Read more...]
How to Obtain India Tourist Visa on Arrival or e-Visa
The India Tourist Visa on Arrival (TVoA) allows tourists from 43 nations to visit India for the purpose of tourism, short-duration medical treatment, visit friends and relatives or casual business visits. The India Tourist Visa on Arrival is granted for a maximum of 30 days. The TVoA can be availed twice a year by a tourist. This visa is also referred to as e-Visa to … [Read more...]
India Launches Online Visa Facility for 43 Countries
The Government of India has launched electronic visa (e-visa) facilities for 43 countries on the 27th of Nov, 2014. The move is aimed towards providing the tourism sector a shot in the arm. Tourists who wish to visit India can now easily apply for a visa online and receive the visa within 96 hours. India has issued about 22,000 E-Visas in the first month itself, when … [Read more...]
