You need the India e-Arrival Card if you have a British Indian Ocean Territory passport

India e-Arrival Card

The visa itself is not available online through DoVisa. In addition to your visa, the entry document below is required and can be completed here.

Government fees and our service are shown together — no charges added at the end.

Visa required

India e-Arrival Card

Price: $19.90
Processing: from 30 minutes
Entries: Single entry
Maximum stay: 30 days
Enter within: 30 days

$19.90 for our service — no government fee

What you need for the India e-Arrival Card

No documents to upload — the India e-Arrival Card only asks for your details, which you fill in on the form.

Everything about the India e-Arrival Card — conditions, what the authorities check and how long it lasts.

How it works

1
Answer the questions
One form, written in plain language. We ask only what India actually requires for a British Indian Ocean Territory passport.
2
We check and submit
Your application is reviewed for the mistakes that cause rejections before it goes to the authorities.
3
Confirmation by email
Your confirmation usually arrives within 30 minutes. It comes by email, with everything you need to show on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Do British Indian Ocean Territory citizens need a visa for India?

Yes. British Indian Ocean Territory citizens need a visa for India, and the India e-Arrival Card can be applied for online.

How much does the India e-Arrival Card cost for British Indian Ocean Territory citizens?

$19.90. There is no government fee — that is $19.90 for our service.

How long does it take to get the India e-Arrival Card?

From 30 minutes. Governments do not guarantee processing times, so apply as early as you can.

How long can British Indian Ocean Territory citizens stay in India?

Up to 30 days.

How long is the India e-Arrival Card valid for?

You must enter India within 30 days of filing it. That window is separate from how long you may stay.

Do British Indian Ocean Territory citizens need a new India e-Arrival Card for each trip?

Yes — it covers a single entry, so each trip needs its own.

When should British Indian Ocean Territory citizens apply?

Confirmation takes from 30 minutes, and you then have 30 days to enter India. You can apply shortly before you fly — just not so early that the entry window runs out.

Still have a question?

Ask our assistant. It answers in the chat, and we hand it the route you are looking at — British Indian Ocean Territory passport, travelling to India — so you do not have to repeat it.

What India may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Photo: White background, 2x2 inches, no glasses
Parents full names, nationalities & birthplaces
Confirmed accommodation & return flight
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
Yellow fever certificate if from endemic area

Entry requirements for British Indian Ocean Territory travellers

These rules apply specifically to British Indian Ocean Territory passport holders entering India as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory Health Declaration form before travel
All travelers must complete the online Airsuvidha Self Declaration Form before travel to India. Travelers can complete the form up to 24 hours before starting their journey to India.
Government of India Last checked 2026-08-04
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for India
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles; -Japanese Encephalitis vaccine for extended stays or rural activities (not recommended for short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese Encephalitis season). Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - India Last checked 2026-08-04
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for India
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to India.
Last checked 2026-08-04
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to India.
Last checked 2026-08-04
May be required
Import permit for pets (dogs and cats)
Travelers importing dogs or cats into India must obtain an Advance No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Animal Quarantine and Certification Services (AQCS) at least 7 working days before embarkation. Pets must be microchipped, vaccinated (including rabies at least 31 days before entry), and travel with an official veterinary health certificate. A Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) license may also be required depending on the traveler's residency status and purpose of visit. Pets may only enter through airports with AQCS facilities. Airlines have their own policies for transporting pets. Check with your airline and the government source for more details.
- On arrival, pets are examined by AQCS. Healthy pets receive a Final NOC at the port of entry, while those with clinical signs or incomplete documents may be quarantined for 15 days. Different requirements may apply to the following travelers: -Commercial importers or those importing pets for breeding purposes; -Travelers on temporary visits, who require a DGFT import license in addition to the AQCS NOC.
AQCS - India Last checked 2026-08-04