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title: India visa for citizens of Namibia
description: "Citizens of Namibia need a visa for India and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: 4–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# India visa for citizens of Namibia

Citizens of Namibia 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
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 4–7 days
- **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, typically based on traveler's declaration

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official Indian eVisa portal** — Go to https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html and select 'Apply here for e-Visa'.
2. **Fill the online application form** — Provide personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload supporting documents** — Upload a scanned passport bio-page and a recent photograph in the specified format.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Make online payment using credit/debit card or net banking.
5. **Receive eVisa via email** — The approved eVisa is sent to the registered email within a few business days.
6. **Print the eVisa** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa to present at immigration upon arrival in India.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (bio-data page)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
- **Recent passport-size photograph** (Identity): White background, 2x2 inches, JPEG under 1 MB.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Shows entry and exit from India.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): Address must match the one provided in the application.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested at immigration; bank statement or cash.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement
- Credit card
- Cash

No specific minimum balance required, but travelers must be able to cover expenses.

## Good to know

- 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 Indian e-Visa.
- Applicants with a valid diplomatic or official passport must apply through regular visa channels.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission; use passport details exactly as on the bio-page.
- **Photograph does not meet specifications** — Upload a photo with white background, front-facing, and within the size limits.
- **Passport scan unclear or missing mandatory pages** — Scan the full bio-data page at 300 DPI in color and ensure all text is readable.
- **Previous visa violation or overstay in India** — Adhere to visa conditions; if previously overstayed, consider consulting the Indian embassy.
- **Applying from a restricted region / non-eligible nationality** — Check eligibility on the official website before applying.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Namibia need a visa for India?

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

### How long can citizens of Namibia stay in India?

Up to 30 days.

### How long does India visa processing take?

Typically 4–7 days.

### What documents do citizens of Namibia need for India?

Passport (bio-data page); Recent passport-size photograph; Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds.

### 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

- [indianvisaonline.gov.in](https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html)

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