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Do Canadian passport holders need a visa for India?

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e-Visa required. Canadian passport holders apply online for an Indian e-Tourist visa.

Apply on the official portal at least 4 days and up to 120 days before arrival, and enter through a designated airport or seaport. Fees depend on your nationality and are paid online, with a 3% bank transaction charge added; nothing more is paid at the airport.

Source: Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. Checked Oct 19, 2026See the source

When to apply: 4–120 days ahead; Online only.
Passport validity: 6 months; From arrival.
Fee: By nationality; See the official fee table.

Changes to this rule

Oct 19, 2026A 3% bank transaction charge is added to the applicable e-Visa fee.

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