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Stand: 29 July 2026. For most short tourism or business trips, US passport holders are on India’s eVisa eligible list. This hub is your decision entry and article index. Start with the India eVisa guide for fees, timing, and how to apply — or begin with application help on my-evisas.com. Fee tables and step-by-step apply detail live in the pillar — not on this page.
Short answer
- Usually need an eVisa: Yes for typical short visits — USA is listed among eVisa-eligible nationalities.
- Categories (overview): e-Tourist, e-Business, e-Medical, and related eVisa categories. Full category rules → eVisa guide.
- Cost, validity & how to apply: See the India eVisa guide, or get help on my-evisas.com. Fees are country-specific and non-refundable once paid — amounts are in the pillar, not here.
- e-Arrival ≠ visa: Before arrival you may also need an e-Arrival card (arrival information within 72 hours) — that is not a visa. e-Arrival guide · form help on my-evisas.com.
Articles in this hub
| Topic | Article | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| India eVisa | India eVisa for US Citizens: Requirements, Fees & How to Apply | Start here — cost, apply, validity & checklist |
| e-Arrival | India e-Arrival Card for US Travelers: Not a Visa, What to File Before You Fly | Arrival card ≤72h · ≠ eVisa |
Decision help — which India entry path?
| Situation | Typical path | More |
|---|---|---|
| Tourism or short business · US passport · eVisa-eligible | eVisa | eVisa guide · Start on my-evisas.com |
| Want help filing the eVisa online | Assisted electronic filing | Start on my-evisas.com · rules in eVisa guide |
| Before landing · arrival information | e-Arrival card (not a visa) | e-Arrival guide · form help |
| Sticker visa / consulate filing needed | Consulate / sticker DIY | Mission channels — not via my-evisas.com |
Pitfalls (L2):
- Passport basics: at least six months validity at application; each traveler needs a separate passport.
- Timing: for e-Tourist and e-Business, apply online minimum 4 days before arrival.
- Fees: country/territory specific; bank charges may apply; pay at least 4 days before travel; non-refundable once submitted. Dollar amounts → eVisa guide.
- Before you fly: carry your ETA and confirm status shows GRANTED before travel.
- Need help? Start on my-evisas.com for assisted eVisa or e-Arrival form filing — embassy channels do not process e-visas for you.
Not via my-evisas.com: sticker visas or consulate appointment services — use mission DIY for those paths. e-Arrival form filing and India eVisa assistance are available via my-evisas.com.
FAQ
Do US citizens need a visa for India?
For typical short visits, US passport holders are among nationalities eligible for India’s eVisa. Details: India eVisa guide.
What does an India eVisa cost?
Fees are country/territory specific and non-refundable once paid. Current amounts and validity options are in the India eVisa guide — not duplicated as a fee table on this hub.
eVisa or e-Arrival — what’s the difference?
An eVisa is electronic permission to travel (categories such as e-Tourist / e-Business). An e-Arrival card is arrival information you can submit within 72 hours before arrival — it is not a visa. See e-Arrival guide.
How far in advance should I apply?
For e-Tourist and e-Business, plan for at least 4 days before arrival. Leave buffer for payment and ETA status checks.
How can I apply or get help?
Start on my-evisas.com for India eVisa application help, or read the eVisa guide for fees, timing, and checklist. Binding rules remain those published by the Government of India (Sources below).
What passport rules should I know first?
At least six months passport validity at application, and a separate passport for each traveler. Full checklist: eVisa guide.
How my-evisas.com can help
my-evisas.com can help you start an online India eVisa application and assist with e-Arrival form filing (e-Arrival is arrival information — not a visa).
- Offered: India eVisa (electronic) application help · India e-Arrival form filing assistance
- Not offered: sticker visas, consulate or embassy appointment services
→ Start on my-evisas.com · eVisa guide · e-Arrival guide
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Important notice
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. my-evisas.com is a private service provider and not a government authority, embassy, or consulate.
Entry and eVisa rules can change. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of this information. Only the official rules in force at the time of your travel are authoritative.
As of: 29 July 2026
For binding information, check the Government of India eVisa guidance and relevant Indian Embassy / Consulate pages (Sources above).