e-Business for British citizens travelling to India
Business visits may use the Indian e-Business visa on the same government portal if you meet eligibility rules.
For a full British citizen passport. Other British passport types can follow a different rule.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | Business meetings and trade activities eligible for e-Business. · Indian government e-Visa (opens in a new tab) |
| Maximum stay | 365 days from grant of ETA, multiple entry, up to 180 days continuous stay per visit (Indian government e-Visa FAQ (opens in a new tab)). · Indian government e-Visa (opens in a new tab) |
| Cost | USD fee on the official e-Visa fee table plus 3% bank charge. · Indian government e-Visa (opens in a new tab) |
| Processing time | Apply 4–120 days before arrival. · Indian government e-Visa (opens in a new tab) |
| How to apply | indianvisaonline.gov.in e-Business category. · Indian government e-Visa (opens in a new tab) |
Each fact above is linked to the authority that sets the rule. Entry Visa Guide does not take applications.
Apply only on the government website linked above. This site does not issue visas or travel authorisations and does not take applications. Other websites charge their own service fee on top of any government charge.
How to apply
- Select e-Business and complete the eligibility questions.
- Upload passport scan and photo per site rules.
- Travel on the passport used in the application.
FAQ
Can I work in India on e-Business?
Employment in India needs appropriate work visas — e-Business is for business visits.
Is e-Business multiple entry?
Check the grant letter and portal conditions for your nationality.
Sources
- GOV.UK: India entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Visa portal (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Tourist visa fee table (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Arrival card (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: authorised visa portal, including the warning about agents (opens in a new tab)
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