Indian eVisa for French Citizens

The Indian eVisa is an electronic visa designed explicitly for French citizens and many other nationalities to simplify the process of obtaining authorization to enter India online, instead of visiting an Indian embassy or consulate.

It’s a convenient option for travelers who are planning a trip to India and don’t want to go through the hassle of a traditional visa application process. The e-visa options for India include single or multiple entry permits. These permits allow you to stay in India for a duration ranging from 30 days to 180 days, depending on the type of visa you choose. To apply for an e-visa, you will need standard documentation, such as a valid passport for at least six months and a recent passport photograph.

Special Conditions for Entry

• Details of any previous visits to India.
• List of countries you have visited in the last ten years.
• Details of your accommodation during your stay in India.
• Information about your current employment.
• Please list any SAARC countries you have visited in the last three years (India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Maldives).
• Emergency contact details in India and in your home country.
• Additional information if you are currently employed in the military.
• The places you intend to visit in India.
• Please note that if your parents or grandparents are Pakistani nationals, you are not eligible for an eVisa.
• Additional explanation if you have been declined an India visa in the past.

Benefits:

• Convenience: Apply online from anywhere, eliminating the need for paper forms or to visit an embassy.
• Speed: Processing is typically completed within four (4) business days.
• Cost-effective: Visa fees are generally lower compared to traditional paper visa applications.

The Indian eVisa is an efficient electronic visa alternative for French citizens who wish to travel to India for various purposes such as tourism, business trips, conferences, and medical stays. The visa application process is simplified and can be completed online at Visas for Future, and the processing time is fast, within four (4) business days.

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What We’re Offering

We offer India eTourist visa processing service. Our India eTourist Visa processing service will give you your India eTourist Visa in your mailbox within four (4) days.

• Single entry¹
  • 30 days duration.
  • It costs $68.14.
• Multiple entry¹
  • One (1) year duration that costs $96.54.
  • Five (5) years’ duration that costs $144.64.

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If you plan to travel to India for business purposes, obtaining an India e-business visa is necessary. Our e-business visa processing service ensures delivery of your visa to your mailbox within four days. It is suitable for attending business meetings and conferences or exploring potential business partnerships.

• One (1) year validity.²
• It is multiple entries.²
• It costs $144.64.

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We offer an India E-Medical Visa service that includes application checking, query resolution, and visa submission. You’ll receive your visa within four days.

• The India e-Medical visa is valid for 60 days.³
• The India e-Medical visa is a triple entry visa.
• The visa is for traveling to India for medical procedures, surgeries, or medical consultations.⁴
• Your passport must have 180 additional valid days after the end of your trip.
• Applicants must use the same passport as the one they’re applying with for the e-Medical visa.
• The E-Medical visa costs $144.64.

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If you plan to travel to India for a conference, you must obtain an e-conference visa. Our e-conference visa processing service ensures that your visa is delivered to your mailbox within four days.

• 30 days validity.
• Single entry.
• $144.64.
• 4-day turnaround time.

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Types of Indian eVisas

India offers a variety of eVisas to cater to different purposes of visit. Here’s a breakdown of the most common types available to foreign nationals, including French citizens:

1. Tourist eVisa (TV)

• Features: Ideal for sightseeing, casual visits to friends or relatives, and attending short-term yoga programs.
• Validity: Three options – 30 days, one year, or five years.
• Entry: Multiple entries are allowed within the validity period.
• Not ideal for: Working in India (including journalism, filmmaking), pursuing university degrees, or long-term paid work.

2. Business eVisa (BV)

• Features: Designed for business purposes like attending meetings, conferences, or conducting business negotiations.
• Validity: 1 year.
• Entry: Multiple entries are allowed within the validity period.
• Not ideal for: Manual labor, paid employment, or setting up a business in India.

3. Conference eVisa (CV)

• Features: Specifically for attending conferences, seminars, or workshops in India.
• Validity: Matches the event duration (typically up to 30 days).
• Entry: Single entry allowed.
• Can be combined with: Activities permitted under a Tourist eVisa only and only for the validity period of the Conference eVisa.

4. Medical eVisa (ME)

• Features: Enables receiving medical treatment in India, including treatment under Indian systems of medicine like Ayurveda.
• Validity: Up to 60 days with triple entry (maximum three entries into India).
• Not ideal for: Long-term medical stays exceeding 60 days. In such cases, a regular medical visa application is required.

5. Medical Attendant eVisa (ME X)

• Features: Issued to attendants accompanying a person with a Medical eVisa for medical treatment in India.
• Validity: Up to 60 days with triple entry, matching the validity of the accompanying Medical eVisa. A maximum of two Medical Attendant eVisas can be issued per Medical eVisa.
• Not ideal for: Receiving medical treatment themselves. They must have their own Medical eVisa if seeking treatment.

Indian eVisa Requirements

Indian eVisas are a convenient option for many nationalities, but there are general eligibility requirements that apply to all visa types (Tourist, Business, Medical, etc.):

Passport:

• Must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended arrival in India.
• Have at least two blank pages for immigration stamps.

Nationality:

• You must be a citizen of a country eligible for the e-Visa program. 

Travel:

• You can only enter through designated airports and seaports, not land borders. 
• eVisas are for single entry (unless specified for the visa type) and cannot be converted into another visa type once in India.

Purpose of Visit:

• eVisas are meant for tourism, business meetings, medical treatment, or short-term courses (not university degrees). They are not for work, journalism, filmmaking, or long-term stays.

Other:

• You cannot have a criminal record or be blacklisted by Indian immigration.
• You may need to show proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay and onward/return travel.

Here are the documents generally required for all Indian eVisa types (tourist, business, conference, medical, and medical attendant) for most nationalities (including French citizens):

Mandatory Documents:

• Valid Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended arrival in India and have at least two blank pages for entry stamps.
• Passport Scan: A scanned copy of your passport’s biographical page (the page with your photo and passport details).
• Recent Passport-Sized Photograph: A digital photograph in color with a light background, following the specified size and format requirements.
• Completed Online Application Form: This includes details like your personal information, travel information, and purpose of visit.
• Valid Email Address: An active email address for receiving visa communication.
• Payment Method: A credit or debit card is used to pay the online visa fee.

Additional Documents (may vary depending on visa type):

• Business Visa:
  • Business card or visiting card.
  • An invitation letter from an Indian company explaining the purpose of your visit is required.
• Conference Visa:
  • Invitation letter from the conference organizers.
  • Conference registration documents (if applicable).
• Medical Visa:
  • Medical reports from a recognized medical facility in your home country explaining your condition and the purpose of your visit to India for treatment.
  • Confirmation letter from a recognized medical facility in India where you will receive treatment.
• Medical Attendant Visa:
  • A copy of the valid Indian Medical Visa held by the patient you are accompanying.
  • Proof of your relationship to the patient (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificate).

Cost and Processing Time for India eVisa

Type of eVisa	Cost (USD)	Processing Time
30-day eTourist Visa	$64.14	Four days
1-year eTourist Visa	$96.54	Four days
5-year eTourist Visa	$144.64	Four days
eBusiness Visa	$144.64	Four days
eConference Visa	$144.64	Four days
eMedical Visa	$144.64	Four days
eMedical Attendant Visa	$144.64	Four days

Duration and Validity of the India eVisa

eTourist Visa

Type of Visa	Validity from Date of Issue	Number of Entries	Maximum Stay per Visit
30-day eTourist Visa	30 days	Single	30 days
1-year eTourist Visa	1 year	Multiple	30 days or 90 days(depending on nationality)
5-year eTourist Visa	5 years	Multiple	180 days(except UK nationals: 90 days)

eBusiness Visa

Feature	Details
Validity	One year (365 days) from the date of grant
Entries	Multiple
Maximum Stay Per Visit	180 days

eMedical Visa

Feature	Details
Validity	60 days from date of arrival
Entries	Triple
60 days from the date of arrival	60 days

eMedical Attendant

Feature	Details
Validity Period	60 days from the date of arrival in India
Maximum Stay per Entry	60 days
Total Entries	Three (Triple Entry Visa)

eConference Visa

Feature	The visa is valid for entry until 30 days after you arrive in India
Duration of Stay	30 days from the date of arrival in India
Validity Period	The visa is valid for entry until 30 days after your arrival in India
Number of Entries	Single entry

Information Needed for the Indian eVisa Application Form

The information needed for a French citizen to fill out the Indian e-Visa application form can be broadly categorized into two sections: Personal Information and Travel Information.

Personal Information:

• Full Name: As it appears on your French passport.
• Date of Birth:
• Place of Birth: As per your passport.
• Nationality: French
• Gender: Male/Female
• Marital Status: Married/Single/Divorced/Widowed etc.
• Father’s Name:
• Mother’s Name:
• Occupation: Your current job title.
• Email Address: A valid email address for communication regarding the visa application.
• Phone Number: Your contact phone number with country code.
• Permanent Address: Your residential address in France.

Travel Information:

• Passport Details:
  • Passport Number
  • Date of Issue
  • Date of Expiry (Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended arrival in India)
• Visa Type: Select the appropriate visa type based on your purpose of visit (e.g., Business, Medical)
• Port of Entry: Choose the airport or seaport from which you intend to arrive in India.
• Expected Date of Arrival in India:
• Duration of Stay: The intended length of your visit to India.
• Previous Visits to India (Optional): Indicate any previous visits to India, if any.

How to apply for an India ETourist Visa for French Online?

To apply for an India eVisa online, simply follow these steps:

Step 1: Click on “Get India eTourist Visa now”

Step 2: Fill out the order form

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Nationality
• Select visa type.
• Select the reason for your travel.
• Enter your travel details and billing information accurately.

Step 3: Pay the visa fee using a debit or credit card.

• Review your application details and click on “complete purchase”.

Step 4: Answer intake forms correctly.

• Enter your details, passport information, and additional travel details.

Step 5: Upload the required documents.

• Upload a recent passport-sized photograph.
• Upload a scanned copy of your passport biographical page (JPEG format, less than 200 KB).

Step 6: Submit application

• Carefully review your application once more and submit it.

Step 7: Receive your eVisa

• If approved, you’ll receive your eVisa via email within four days.
• Print the eVisa and carry it with you during your travel.

India ETourist Visa Sample for French Citizens

Financial Requirement for an India eVisa for French Citizens

There is no specific financial requirement mentioned for French citizens applying for an Indian e-Visa.

However, having sufficient funds to cover your stay in India is always a good idea.  This demonstrates to immigration officials that you have the means to support yourself during your visit.

Here are some recommendations:

• Have a credit card or debit card with enough funds to cover your travel expenses, accommodation, and living costs in India.
• Consider carrying some Indian Rupees in cash for emergencies or situations where cards might not be accepted.
• Bring proof of onward or return travel to show immigration you have a planned departure from India.

While there’s no set amount,  evidence of sufficient funds can help ensure a smooth entry process.

Designated Ports of Entry for French Nationals Holding an eVisa for India

Airports:

Seaports:

• Cochin
• Chennai
• Goa
• Mangalore
• Mumbai

French nationals holding an e-Visa for India can enter through designated airports and seaports. Land border entry is not currently permitted with an e-Visa.

Limitations of the Indian eVisa for French Citizens

French citizens enjoy a convenient eVisa option for visiting India, but there are some limitations to keep in mind:

• Activities: e-Visas are for tourism, not work. You cannot pursue journalism, filmmaking, studies (university degrees), or long-term paid work with an e-Visa.
• Entry Points: e-Visas are valid for arrival at designated airports and seaports, not land borders.
• Restricted Areas: e-Visas don’t grant access to military or cantonment areas. Separate permission is needed for these zones.

Indian Embassy In France

The Indian Embassy in France is located in Paris. Here are the details and contact information:

• Embassy Website: Embassy of India, France & Principality of Monaco: https://www.eoiparis.gov.in/
• Email:
  • General Inquiries: cons.paris@mea.gov.in
  • Visa Services: visa.paris@mea.gov.in
• Phone: +33 1 40 50 71 71 (between 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM on weekdays)
• Hours:
  • Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: Closed
  • Important Note: Acceptance of documents: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Disbursal of documents: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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Frequently Asked Question

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