India Visa Requirements for Emirati citizens in 2026

Last Updated: May 29, 2026, 2:06 p.m.

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1) Visa On Arrival

Upon arriving in India, Emirati citizens have the option to apply for a visa on arrival. This visa can be obtained directly at the country's entry points.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

60 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

2) E-Visa

Emirati passport holders planning a visit to India for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic visa (eVisa) must be applied for and approved online before travel. Processing typically takes several business days.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

30 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

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Further Notes

  • e-Visa holders must arrive via 32 designated airports or 5 designated seaports.
  • An Indian e-Tourist Visa may only be obtained twice within 1 calendar year.
  • Foreigners of Pakistani origin or who hold a Pakistani Passport are not eligible for an e-Visa. Foreigners who are not Pakistani nationals, but whose parents or grandparents (either paternal or maternal) were born in, or were permanent residents in Pakistan, are also not eligible for an e-Visa.
  • Visa on arrival is applicable to UAE citizens if they had earlier obtained e-Visa or regular/paper visa for India. This facility is not available to citizens if they or either of their parents or grandparents (paternal or maternal) was born in or is a permanent resident of Pakistan.
  • Visa on arrival is only available at the following airports:
  • Bengaluru
  • Chennai
  • Delhi
  • Hyderabad
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai
  • Kochi
  • Kozhikode
  • Ahmedabad

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General Information about India

  • Name (Common): India
  • Name (Official): Republic of India
  • Population: 1380004385
  • Area: 3287590
  • Capital: New Delhi
  • Currency: Indian rupee
  • Language: English
  • Calling Code: +91
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: Southern Asia

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Emirati citizens. A visa can be obtained upon arrival in India.

Yes, a visa is required for Emirati citizens. A visa can be obtained upon arrival in India. Options include: Visa On Arrival, E-Visa.

Yes, Emirati citizens can travel to India and get a Visa On Arrival.

The maximum length of stay in India with Visa On Arrival is 60 days. Emirati citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying a Visa On Arrival in India can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering India in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.

The maximum length of stay in India with E-Visa is 30 days. Emirati citizens must leave the country within the specified period.