India e-Arrival Card
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What Is the India e-Arrival Card?
The India e-Arrival Card is India’s digital disembarkation (arrival) form that international travelers complete before reaching immigration. It is the electronic version of the paper arrival card and is administered through India’s official online system used by the Bureau of Immigration (BOI). According to Indian consular notices, the Electronic Arrival (E-Arrival) Card became mandatory for international travelers from 01 October 2025, as part of India’s move to digitise arrival processing and reduce queues.
You complete the form online on the official portal at indianvisaonline.gov.in/earrival (or via supported channels such as the Su-Swagatam app referenced in BOI-linked notices). The form collects your passport biodata, nationality, flight/arrival details, and basic trip information so immigration can pre-load your record. When submitted correctly, you should keep the confirmation accessible (email + phone screenshot) so airline staff can verify it at departure and immigration officers can locate it quickly on arrival.
While the India e-Arrival Card helps streamline border formalities, it is not a visa. You still need a separate valid visa, or an OCI card, to enter India (as noted by GOV.UK travel advice). A key transition point: paper arrival forms were scheduled to remain accepted only temporarily, with GOV.UK noting they continue until March 2026. Plan on the digital route as the default to avoid last-minute airport paperwork.
For broader entry rules (passport validity, visa/OCI requirements, and health guidance), review India visa information and the BOI site at boi.gov.in. When you’re ready, Apply for your India e-Arrival Card now.
Who Needs the India e-Arrival Card?
Who Needs It
- All international travelers entering India who will clear arrival immigration
- Visitors entering with an approved visa (including e-Visas) or with an OCI card — the form is still required before immigration
- Children and minors (a parent/guardian submits a separate form for each traveler)
- Travelers who intend to leave the airport transit area and enter India, even briefly
Who Is Exempt
- Indian passport holders (not considered foreign nationals for this arrival form requirement)
- Transit passengers who remain airside and do not clear Indian immigration
- Airline crew on active duty who are processed under crew procedures at the port of entry
India Entry Requirements & Restrictions
Passport Validity & Blank Pages
Your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after arrival and at least 2 blank pages for stamps. See GOV.UK entry requirements.
Visa or OCI Still Required
The arrival form does not replace a visa. You must hold a valid Indian visa unless you are an OCI cardholder. Guidance: GOV.UK and Travel.State.gov.
Vaccination Certificates (When Applicable)
India requires proof of yellow fever vaccination if arriving from a transmission-risk country, and a polio vaccine if arriving from a polio-affected country. See official travel advice.
Customs, Declarations & Currency Limits
You must declare goods that may be prohibited or subject to duty and follow strict rules on money movements. GOV.UK notes declaration is required above 5,000 US dollars in notes or 10,000 US dollars combined. See CBIC international travellers.
Health Planning & Routine Vaccines
CDC advises travelers be up to date on routine vaccines (including MMR) and review current health notices for India before departure. See CDC India traveler view.
Travel Tips for India Visitors
India spans the Himalayas to the Indian Ocean and can feel like several trips in one—plan logistics by region and season. Most travelers arrive through major hubs such as Delhi and Mumbai, then connect onward by domestic flights or rail. Keep digital copies of your arrival confirmation and visa/OCI handy, as checks can happen at airline check-in and again at immigration.
- Best time to visit: North India is most comfortable from Oct–Mar; the monsoon (Jun–Sep) can disrupt road and rail, especially in coastal and hill areas.
- Currency: Indian Rupee (INR). USD may be accepted in limited tourist settings, but day-to-day payments are typically in INR via card or UPI-enabled merchants.
- Language: Hindi and English are widely used for tourism and transport; India has many regional languages, so English signage varies by state.
- Time zone: GMT+5:30 (India Standard Time) nationwide—no daylight saving.
- Border stamping: Ensure immigration stamps your passport on entry; GOV.UK notes you may need the stamp when exiting.
- Restricted/protected areas: Some regions require special permits; confirm before booking remote itineraries.
- Customs discipline: Declare items that may attract duty and keep cash declarations in mind when carrying larger amounts.
- Connectivity: Airport Wi-Fi can be inconsistent—save confirmations offline (PDF/screenshot) for smoother arrival processing.
"Submitted the India e-Arrival Card form the night before my flight and got the confirmation email quickly. Airline staff checked it at departure, and immigration in Delhi was smooth."
"Used DoVisa to complete the India e-Arrival Card for a short family trip. Clear checklist for passport details and flight info, and the confirmation was easy to save."
"The guided flow helped me avoid a typo in my passport number. Once submitted, I just kept the screenshot ready for the arrival immigration queue."
"Fast turnaround on a last-minute business visit. Support replied quickly when I wasn’t sure which arrival date to use after a schedule change."
"Completed everything on my phone during a connection. Having my flight and visa details open made it painless, and the email confirmation arrived on time."
"The reminders about the 72-hour window were helpful. I landed with all documents ready and didn’t have to hunt for a paper card on the plane."
"Good experience overall. I liked that the submission was reviewed so my personal details matched the passport exactly."
"One field label was confusing and I paused to double-check, but chat support clarified it. After resubmitting, the confirmation came through fine."
"Did the India e-Arrival Card for two travelers and received both confirmations by email. Immigration processing felt faster since we had everything prepared."
"Straightforward and worth the convenience. I uploaded the required photo and saved the PDF on my phone for check-in and arrival screening."
"Submitted the India e-Arrival Card form the night before my flight and got the confirmation email quickly. Airline staff checked it at departure, and immigration in Delhi was smooth."
"Used DoVisa to complete the India e-Arrival Card for a short family trip. Clear checklist for passport details and flight info, and the confirmation was easy to save."
"The guided flow helped me avoid a typo in my passport number. Once submitted, I just kept the screenshot ready for the arrival immigration queue."
India e-Arrival Card: Frequently Asked Questions
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- Indian Visa Online — e-Arrival Card official portal
- Consulate General of India, Perth — Mandatory E-Arrival Card notice (03 Oct 2025)
- GOV.UK — India entry requirements (passport validity, e-arrival card, vaccines, customs)
- Bureau of Immigration (BOI) — Official website
- U.S. Embassy & Consulates in India — India’s new digital arrival system (14 Oct 2025)
- Embassy of India (Netherlands) — e-Arrival Card PDF guidance
- CDC — India traveler health recommendations
- U.S. Department of State — India travel advisory (entry/exit overview)