Apply India e-Visa from France Online (2026)

Planning your trip to India from France in 2026? French citizens and residents can now apply for an Indian e-Visa quickly and securely online — without visiting the Embassy or Consulate. This guide walks you through eligibility, required documents, application steps, processing times, and key travel tips.

Why Choose the Indian e-Visa (2026)

The Indian e-Visa is an electronic visa that allows French passport holders to enter India for tourism, business, medical and other short-term purposes. The entire process is done online, making it convenient and time-efficient for travelers residing in France.

Who Can Apply

Eligibility for the Indian e-Visa from France (2026):

French citizens with a valid ordinary passport (not official/diplomatic).
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your planned arrival date. Each traveler needs their own passport and e-Visa application (including minors).

Types of e-Visa Available

French travelers can apply for the following types of Indian e-Visas online:

Ideal for leisure trips, sightseeing, cultural visits and family visits.

For attending meetings, conferences, business deals, and trade activities.

For medical treatments and accompanying patients.

Each visa category has its own validity and stay limits (e.g., 30-day, 1-year or 5-year tourist e-Visa).

Document Checklist (France Residents)

Before beginning your e-Visa application, prepare:

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and minimum 2 blank pages.
Recent passport-sized photo (JPEG format, white background).
Email address to receive your approved e-Visa.
Trip details (arrival/departure dates, Indian address/itinerary).

You may also need to upload digital copies of these documents during the application process.

Step-by-Step Application (2026)

1. Visit the Official e-Visa Portal

Applicants must use the Indian e-Visa site:
https://indianvisa.online
(Indian missions in France caution against unofficial visa sites)

2. Complete the Online Form

Enter your personal details, passport information, travel dates, and trip purpose.

3. Upload Required Documents

Upload your passport bio page and photo as per e-Visa guidelines.

4. Pay the e-Visa Fee

Payment is made online using cards; pay the Visa fee and any applicable service fee.

5. Receive ETA by Email

Once approved, your Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) will be sent by email. Print or save a copy to present at Indian immigration.

Processing Times (2026)

Processing times can vary depending on application load:

Standard: typically 3–7 business days or longer depending on system review times.
Urgent services: some services offer faster processing (subject to availability).

Note: Several travelers have reported longer review times than in past years, so apply early (ideally 2–3 weeks before travel).

Important Travel Tips

Do Not Book Flights Before Visa Approval
Due to variable e-Visa processing times, avoid booking non-refundable flights until your ETA is confirmed.

Carry the Right Documents on Arrival
Carry a printout of your approved e-Visa and your passport. Immigration may also ask for your accommodation or return ticket details.

Begin your e Visa India Application for France below:

Welcome to indianvisa.online, please begin your e Visa India application processing below, for any queries or concerns while filling the form you may contact our e-Visa Support Officers on live chat and email. Customercare@indianvisa.online |