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title: India visa for citizens of the Gambia
description: Citizens of the Gambia need a visa for India and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# India visa for citizens of the Gambia

Citizens of the Gambia need a visa for India and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (recommended USD 200+ per day)

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official Indian eVisa portal** — Go to indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html.
2. **Fill in the online application form** — Provide personal, passport, and travel details truthfully.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload passport bio-page, photograph, and supporting documents.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay applicable e-visa fee via credit/debit card.
5. **Receive eVisa via email** — Approved eVisa is sent electronically; print a copy for travel.
6. **Travel to India with printed eVisa** — Arrive via designated airports or seaports with eVisa copy and passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (bio-page)** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Digital photograph** (Identity): Recent, passport-style (2x2 inches).
- **Completed eVisa application form** (Identity): Submit online with personal and travel details.
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight itinerary showing departure from India.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or pay slips for last 3 months.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory for e-visa.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 200 per day of stay
- Bank statement (last 3 months)
- Pay slips

Sufficient funds required for entire stay.

## Good to know

- eVisa is valid only for entry via 32 specified airports or 5 designated seaports.
- Holders of Gambian passport may obtain Indian eVisa only twice per calendar year.
- Foreigners of Pakistani origin or holding a Pakistani passport are not eligible for e-Visa.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete application or missing documents** — Double-check all fields and upload all required items.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
- **Criminal record or past visa violation** — Disclose any prior issues and avoid overstaying.
- **Applying for business/medical without proper category** — Select the correct eVisa sub-category (e.g., tourist, business).

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for India?

Citizens of the Gambia need a visa for India and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of the Gambia stay in India?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of the Gambia need for India?

Passport (bio-page); Digital photograph; Completed eVisa application form; Return/onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for India?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

## Sources

- [India Visa Online](https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/)
- [India Visa Online](https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html)
- [Apply for Indian Visa online | National Portal of India](https://www.india.gov.in/services/details/apply-for-indian-visa-online)
- [indianvisaonline.gov.in](https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html)

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