Do Australian citizens need a visa for India?

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India Visa For Australian Citizens

Australian citizens need an e-visa for India, applied for online before travel.

E-visa needed before you travel

You Can Stay: 30 days (e-Tourist; 1-year and 5-year visas allow up to 180 days a calendar year)
Cost: US$25 for 30 days (US$10 April-June); US$40 for 1 year; US$200 for 5 years
Time To Get It: Apply at least 4 days before arrival
Valid For: 30 days, 1 year or 5 years, as you choose

A 3% bank charge is added to the fee. Fill in the e-Arrival card online within 72 hours before you arrive. Apply only on the official portal.

Checked 13 Oct 2026 against the official page: indianvisaonline.gov.in

Official Visa Information · Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India (Indian Visa Online)
Official E-Visa Application · Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India e-Visa
Embassies And Consulates · Ministry of External Affairs

Rules change: always confirm on the official government site or with the embassy before you book.

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