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title: India visa for citizens of Zambia
description: Citizens of Zambia 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 Zambia

Citizens of Zambia 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/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · e-Visa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 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

## How to apply

1. **Complete online application form** — Visit the official Indian eVisa portal and fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
2. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned passport bio page and recent photograph in the specified format and size.
3. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable eVisa fee securely online using a credit/debit card or other accepted payment methods.
4. **Receive eVisa via email** — After processing, the eVisa will be sent to your registered email as a PDF. Print a copy to carry during travel.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (scanned bio page)** (Identity): Passport must have at least 6 months validity from the date of arrival in India.
- **Digital photograph (white background)** (Identity): Photo must meet specifications (square, 350x350 pixels, <1MB).
- **Return or onward flight booking** (Travel): Proof of travel out of India within the visa validity.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Supporting): A confirmed booking or letter of invitation with address in India.
- **Email address** (Identity): Used for communication and eVisa delivery.

## Good to know

- e-Visa holders must arrive via 32 designated airports or 5 designated seaports. Overland entry is not permitted.
- An Indian e-Tourist Visa may only be obtained twice within one calendar year.
- Foreigners of Pakistani origin or who hold a Pakistani Passport are not eligible for the Indian eVisa.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or inaccurate application form** — Double-check all personal and passport details before submission.
- **Unacceptable photograph or passport scan** — Follow the official guidelines for photo background, size, and passport clarity.
- **Applicant is of Pakistani origin or holds a Pakistani passport** — Such applicants must apply for a regular visa at the Indian embassy instead.
- **Previous visa violations or overstay in India** — Ensure compliance with all previous visa conditions.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport (scanned bio page); Digital photograph (white background); Return or onward flight booking; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Email address.

### 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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