UAE
India issues new UAE travel guide for tourist visa applications
New regulatory update outlines costs for 30-day, one-year, and five-year permits for UAE residents.
UAE residents and citizens planning travel to India must navigate a specific set of visa protocols based on their nationality and residency status. A new regulatory guide issued on Friday, 24 July, outlines the essential steps for securing entry, distinguishing between the traditional paper-based application and the electronic visa (e-Visa) system. Electronic Visa Eligibility and Costs The India e-Visa is available to citizens of 172 countries, including the UAE. Applicants can choose from multiple durations, including 30 days, one year, or five years. The 30-day tourist e-Visa carries a fee of $25 (Dh92) during peak travel months from July to March. For travelers visiting during the off-peak window of April to June, the fee is reduced to $10 (Dh37.50). The one-year multiple-entry visa is priced at $40 (Dh147), while the five-year option costs $80 (Dh294). Applicants must upload a digital photograph with a white background and a scanned copy of their passport information page. The e-Visa application should be submitted at least four days before the intended arrival date. Once approved, the traveler receives an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), which must be printed and…