Visa for a trip to India lasting more than a month

Hello my fellow travelers,

I’m leaving for 43 days in India from January 19, 2026, to March 1. How do I handle my e-visa if I don’t necessarily want a one-year visa? The one-month one will be too short... darn it!!

I just found out there’s an additional formality for the visa that came into effect on October 1. Could someone explain to me what it involves and exactly what I need to do? I’d really appreciate it—thank you so much in advance!

Wishing you all wonderful end-of-year celebrations, and may 2026 be filled with love and travels for each of you.

Régine

Hi,

How do I handle my e-visa if I don’t necessarily want a one-year visa?

Actually, you don’t have much choice. Since your stay lasts more than 30 days, you can either get a one-year e-visa or a standard 90-day visa through VFS, but I’m not sure the second option is necessarily worth it.

I just found out there’s an additional visa requirement that came into effect on October 1st. Could someone explain what it involves and exactly what I need to do?

I think you’re talking about the e-arrival card. Check the earlier discussions in the "India" section, and you’ll find all the details.

Thanks Pagal for your reply, have a great holiday season and may 2026 be filled with love and travel for you. Régine