Indian e-Visa for Caymanian citizens: What You Need to Prepare

This country, situated in the southern part of Asia, is known for its rich local culture with its unique characteristics that reflect the country's features. As one of Asia's top tourism destinations, it draws visitors from all over the world who want to experience its landscapes, culture, cuisine, and customs. The Indian government developed the e-Visa as a way to attract tourists to the country. Because tourism is a rapidly expanding sector in India, the government has been exploring various ways to promote it. After meeting all Indian e-Visa requirements, citizens of 166 countries, including those from the Cayman Islands, can currently apply for and obtain Indian e-Visas. The application for an Indian e-Visa can be completed in a short amount of time and entirely online. It spares travelers the trouble and inconvenience of going to an embassy or consulate, saving them time and money.

1. Types of Indian e-Visa for Caymanian citizens

Caymanians visiting India must obtain an Indian e-Visa. The type of e-Visa required will be determined by the purpose of the visit.

• Indian e-Tourist Visa: Travelers visiting the country for tourism must apply for this visa
• Indian e-Business Visa: This visa is required for those traveling to India for business purposes
• Indian e-Medical Visa: Visitors seeking medical treatment in India must apply for this visa
• Indian Ayush visa: The Ayush visa is particularly meant for foreign citizens seeking medical treatment in India using traditional Indian medical systems. This visa is intended to serve persons interested in Ayurveda, Yoga, and other traditional forms of treatment and wellbeing. The creation of the Ayush Visa category is part of the country's Heal in India strategy. The visa is valid for sixty days (60 days) from the date of arrival in India and allows triple entry. 

Visitors are strongly encouraged to look at the various types of e-Visas available to Caymanian citizens so that they can make sure they apply for the appropriate one.

Who is eligible to apply for the India e-Visa as a Cayman Island citizen?

Cayman Islands nationals can apply for an India e-Visa if they meet the following requirements:

• They have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry in India.
• They plan to visit India for tourism, business, conference, or medical reasons.
• Visitors to India may visit for leisure, sightseeing, short-term medical treatment, workshops, or business purposes.
• Applicants should not have a criminal record that could jeopardize India’s security or public order. If an applicant has a criminal past, it may impact their ability to receive an India e-Visa.
• Applicants should not have been previously denied an Indian visa. Previous visa denials may affect an applicant's eligibility for an India e-Visa.

2. Indian visa requirements for Caymanian citizens

An Indian e-Visa application requires a valid email address and a valid passport, and a debit/credit card.

When applying for the Indian e-Visa, applicants should meet the criteria listed below:

• All travelers arriving in India must have a passport that is valid for at least six months from the date of arrival.
• A passport must have at least 2 blank pages for stamps to be placed on entry and exit pages.
• Travelers’ recent digital photo in any format.
• Every tourist to India must have a copy of their e-Tourist visa.
• The Indian e-Tourist visa allows for stays of up to 90 days. The Indian e-Tourist visa has no conversion or extension rights.
• A parent cannot list his or her children on an electronic visa application.
• Individuals who are in possession of diplomatic passports or other international travel credentials are ineligible to submit an application for an Indian e-Visa.
• Political clearance from the Ministry of External, an Invitation letter, a business card, and an ID card from the host organizer, which is based in India.
• A medical letter from an Indian hospital must be available if travelers apply for a medical e-visa.

For the Indian e-Visa, only 28 specified airports and five recognized seaports can be used. In spite of this, tourists can leave the country at any permitted immigration checkpoint.

If a traveler wishes to arrive by land or sea, they must apply for a visa at an Indian embassy or consulate in their home country before traveling

3. Application for an e-Visa to India from the Cayman Islands

When filling out the form, travelers must provide some personal, passport, professional, and educational information. Additionally, travelers will have to complete a section that asks some security questions. Travelers are required to provide truthful answers in this section

Online processing fees can also be paid by travelers with a valid debit or credit card. There will also be a convenient way to verify the information they have entered and make sure it aligns with what they see on their passport.

Please be aware that you may want to add a health document, such as Indian travel insurance, in order to maximize the likelihood that you will be approved and to maintain the advantages you already receive (This is an additional step; make sure to check the requirements carefully).

A few business days after the traveler files their application, the e-Visa will be issued. When visiting India, visitors are required to bring along both a passport and a printed copy of their valid e-Tourist visa, as this is a requirement of the Indian Immigration and Border Officials. Once that is completed, the entry stamp in the traveler's passport will officially confirm their entry into the country.

4. Indian e-Visa fee for Caymanian citizens

Compared to the total cost of traveling from the Cayman Islands to India, the India e-Visa fee is modest but unavoidable. To apply for an Indian visa online, you must pay two types of fees: a service fee and a government fee.

A government fee is an amount set by the Indian government, regardless of your type of visa. Service fees, on the other hand, are determined by your nationality. Our service cost is divided into three categories. You have the following options:

• Normal: This option ensures you an e-Visa within 5 days.
• Urgent: The e-Visa is available in as few as 72 hours with this option.

Method of payment: Credit or Debit Card which meets standards of international financial system such as PCI DSS of PCI Security Standards Council, Visa, Master Card and American Express.

In addition, Indian Immigration Services currently also provides other package services to assist Caymanian citizens while traveling to India, such as a Car pick-up service in India, and an Indian eSim