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title: India visa for citizens of the Philippines
description: "Citizens of the Philippines need a visa for India and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $80 + $2.50 service fee. Processing: 2–4 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# India visa for citizens of the Philippines

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-06-29. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

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

## 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:** Double entry
- **Processing time:** 2–4 days
- **Government fee:** $80 + $2.50 service fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement not mandatory but may be requested

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official Indian eVisa portal** — Go to indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa
2. **Fill online application form** — Provide personal, passport, and travel details
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned passport bio page and photo
4. **Pay visa fee online** — Pay using credit/debit card or other methods
5. **Submit application and receive ETA** — Approval sent via email within 2-4 days
6. **Print eVisa and present on arrival** — Carry printed copy for immigration at designated airports/seaports

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (with at least 6 months validity and two blank pages)** (Identity): Scanned bio page
- **Digital photograph (white background, 2x2 inch, JPEG)** (Identity): Uploaded during application
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from India
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested at immigration
- **Hotel booking or letter of invitation** (Travel, optional): May be requested at immigration
- **Recent bank statement (optional)** (Financial, optional): Not mandatory but helpful

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement
- Credit card

Not mandatory but may be requested by immigration officers

## 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.
- Validity is double entry, max stay 30 days per visit.
- Application window: up to 120 days before travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Previous visa violation or overstay** — Comply with all visa conditions for previous visits
- **Photograph not meeting specifications** — Use white background, 2x2 inch, JPEG format
- **Travel purpose not matching visa type** — Select correct visa category (e.g., tourist, business, medical)

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the India visa cost for citizens of the Philippines?

Government fee: $80 + $2.50 service fee.

### How long does India visa processing take?

Typically 2–4 days.

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

Passport (with at least 6 months validity and two blank pages); Digital photograph (white background, 2x2 inch, JPEG); Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Hotel booking or letter of invitation; Recent bank statement (optional).

### 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/

## Sources

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

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