India e-Arrival Card for US Travelers: What It Is and When to File
The India e-Arrival card is digital arrival information filed before you land — separate from an eVisa or OCI status. Start e-Arrival help on my-evisas.com. Stand: 18 August 2026.
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e-Arrival vs eVisa and OCI
- The e-Arrival card is arrival information, not a visa.
- Foreigners and OCI card holders file online within 72 hours before arrival.
- Official channels: e-Arrival form, boi.gov.in, indianvisaonline.gov.in, or the ‘Indian Visa Su-Swagatam’ Mobile App.
- For the separate eVisa path, see the India eVisa guide.
| Path | What it is |
|---|---|
| eVisa | Electronic visa / ETA before you fly — see eVisa guide |
| OCI | Overseas Citizen of India status — not a substitute for the e-Arrival card |
| e-Arrival card | Arrival information filed before landing — not a visa |
An eVisa, sticker visa, or OCI card does not replace the e-Arrival step. Official wording treats the e-Arrival card as arrival information, separate from your visa path.
Who needs to complete it
The Government of India eVisa portal addresses foreigners and OCI card holders for the e-Arrival card.
Consulate General of India, San Francisco states that effective 1 October 2025, all foreign nationals, including OCI cardholders, are required to complete the Electronic Arrival Card prior to entry into India.
US citizens visiting India still need their visa or permitted status path and this arrival form when the rules apply to them.
When and where to submit
Timing: complete and submit the e-Arrival card online within 72 hours before arrival in India.
Official channels:
- Online form: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/earrival/
- indianvisaonline.gov.in or boi.gov.in as named on the Government of India portal
- Official ‘Indian Visa Su-Swagatam’ Mobile App
Review Bureau of Immigration instructions at https://boi.gov.in before you travel.
Assisted filing starts at my-evisas.com/visas/india.
FAQ
Is the e-Arrival card the same as an India eVisa?
No. Official wording: it is for arrival information, not a visa. eVisa apply steps live in the India eVisa guide.
Do OCI cardholders need an e-Arrival card?
Yes. Official sources name foreigners and OCI card holders, and CGI San Francisco requires foreign nationals including OCI cardholders to complete the Electronic Arrival Card prior to entry.
How soon before arrival can I submit?
Within 72 hours before arrival in India.
Where is the official e-Arrival form?
https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/earrival/, or via the channels named on the Government of India eVisa portal and the Bureau of Immigration site.
Can my-evisas.com help file the e-Arrival card?
Yes — my-evisas.com assists with e-Arrival form filing at https://my-evisas.com/visas/india. You can also use the official DIY links above. For a separate India eVisa, see the eVisa guide.
How my-evisas.com can help
my-evisas.com can assist with filing the India e-Arrival card (arrival information — not a visa).
- Provided: India e-Arrival form filing → https://my-evisas.com/visas/india
- Not provided: sticker visas, consulate submission, or embassy appointment services
If you still need an India eVisa, that is a separate product — see the India eVisa guide or eVisa help.
→ Start e-Arrival help on my-evisas.com
Sources
- Government of India — e-Arrival card form (accessed 18 August 2026)
- Government of India — eVisa portal (accessed 18 August 2026)
- Bureau of Immigration — boi.gov.in (accessed 18 August 2026)
Important Notice
The information on this page is provided 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.
Visa requirements and entry regulations can change at short notice. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information provided. Only the official regulations in force at the time of your application are authoritative.
As of: 18 August 2026
Binding and up-to-date information is provided exclusively by the relevant official authorities. Please verify the currently applicable requirements before your application or travel: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/earrival/