Asia

India: e-Arrival Card

What to prepare

  • Passport for every traveller
  • Valid visa, e-Visa or other entry authorization
  • Address of the first accommodation
  • Email address and phone number
  • Countries visited during the previous 6 days
  • Emergency contact details

How to complete e-Arrival Card for India

The original field name appears first, followed by its meaning and a practical completion tip.

Form field

Quick Fill From Existing Data

MeaningRetrieve existing details
How to fill it

Use this when passport information is already held by Indian Visa Online. Enter the passport number, select nationality, solve the Captcha and choose Next.

Form field

Passport Number

MeaningPassport number
How to fill it

Enter the number of the passport used to enter India without spaces or additional symbols.

Form field

Nationality/Region

MeaningNationality
How to fill it

Select the nationality stated in the passport used for travel.

Form field

Captcha

MeaningSecurity code
How to fill it

Enter the characters shown in the image. Refresh the Captcha when it is not readable.

Form field

Full Name (as in passport)

MeaningFull passport name
How to fill it

Copy all given names and the surname exactly as printed in the passport, without translation or abbreviation.

Form field

Purpose

MeaningPurpose of travel
How to fill it

Choose the purpose corresponding to the visa and actual journey. Select the tourism option for an ordinary tourist visit.

Form field

Date of Arrival (DD/MM/YYYY)

MeaningArrival date
How to fill it

Select the date of entry in DD/MM/YYYY format. Submit the card during the 72 hours before arrival.

Form field

Countries Visited in Last 6 Days

MeaningCountries visited during the last 6 days
How to fill it

Select every country visited during the six days before arrival. Choose No Country Visited only when no country applies.

Form field

Address in India

MeaningAddress in India
How to fill it

Enter the first hotel, apartment or host address in Latin characters according to the booking.

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State

MeaningState or union territory
How to fill it

Select the region containing the stated address, such as NCT of Delhi for Delhi or Goa for Goa.

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District

MeaningDistrict
How to fill it

After selecting the state, choose the district containing the accommodation address; verify it with the property when necessary.

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Email ID

MeaningEmail address
How to fill it

Enter an active address without typing errors so that the digital confirmation can be received.

Form field

Contact Number โ€” ISD Code

MeaningInternational calling code
How to fill it

Select or enter the country code for the primary mobile number.

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Contact Number โ€” Mobile Number

MeaningMobile number
How to fill it

Enter the main number without repeating the separately entered ISD code, spaces or brackets unless the portal shows another format.

Form field

Emergency Contact Number

MeaningEmergency contact number
How to fill it

Enter a reachable relative or other contact with the international code. Although not marked with an asterisk, it is useful to provide one.

Form field

Add Member

MeaningAdd another traveller
How to fill it

Use this to add a family or group member, entering that person's own passport details.

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Declaration

MeaningAccuracy declaration
How to fill it

Tick the box to confirm that all information is true and accurate. False information may lead to denial of entry or legal consequences.

Form field

Submit

MeaningSubmit the card
How to fill it

Review passport, date, purpose, countries, address and contact details, then submit and wait for the digital confirmation.

After submission

Save the digital confirmation on the phone and print a backup when practical. The e-Arrival Card sends arrival information to Immigration but is not a visa or entry authorization.

Common mistakes

Wrong arrival flight number

Enter the final flight that arrives in your destination country, not the first flight in your itinerary.

Details do not match the passport

Copy names, document numbers and dates exactly as shown in the passport, using the required writing system.

Submitting outside the filing window

Check the permitted filing window for the destination and do not submit the form too early.

Using an intermediary website

Compare the portal address with the official link before entering your details, as third-party services may charge extra fees.

Questions and answers

Do tourists need the India arrival card?

Yes. A foreign tourist should submit the free e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before arrival, including when travelling with an e-Visa.

When should the India arrival card be submitted?

The official filing period is within 72 hours before arrival in India.

Does each child need a form?

Yes. The form provides Add Member, but each added traveller must have their own passport details entered.

Should the confirmation be printed?

Save the digital confirmation on the phone; a printed backup is also recommended.

Can an error be corrected after submission?

Review all data before Submit. If the card has been submitted and no amendment option is available, file a correct new card or seek instructions from the Bureau of Immigration.

Is there a fee for the e-Arrival Card?

No. The official portal identifies it as a free service of Indian Immigration.

Does the e-Arrival Card replace a visa?

No. It provides arrival information and is not a visa. A visa or other entry authorization must be obtained separately.

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