What Is the Cost of an Indian e-Visa?

The cost of an Indian e-Visa includes a government fee and, if you apply through a service provider, an additional service fee. The e-Visa enables travelers to submit the visa application without having to visit an embassy or consulate. Before applying, it helps to understand how the total cost is structured, which commonly consists of two types of fees: the government fee and the service fee before applying.

1. Government Fee

The government fee is the Government of India fee that is required to process and approve the visa application. All applicants are required to pay this fee as part of the visa application process.

The amount of the government fee varies depending on several factors, including: the applicant’s nationality, the type of e-Visa, and the visa validity period.

To illustrate, tourist e-Visas can be granted with various terms (30 days, 1 year, 5 years), and each of the options can be charged differently by the government.

Below are typical government fee ranges for different types of Indian e-Visas (subject to change):

Visa type	Government fee
e-Tourist Visa (double entries for 30 days)	$55.00
e-Tourist Visa (multiple entries for 1 year)	$70.00
e-Business Visa (multiple entries for 1 year)	$150
e-Tourist Visa (multiple entries for 5 years)	$230
e-Medical Visa (triple entries for 60 days)	$150
e-Ayush Visa (triple entries for 60 days)	$110
e-Conference Visa (single entry for 30 days)	$110
Student e-visa (double entries for 365 days)	$110
Transit visa (double entries for 30 days)	$50

* Visa fees are subject to change based on government regulations and your nationality, so you should always check the latest information before applying

Depending on the type of visa applied for and the nationality of the applicant, Government fees can vary significantly depending on the visa type and validity period, and may exceed US$200 for long-term visas. These are charges that are set by the Indian government and cannot be modified by third-party service providers.

The government charge is a major part of the official processing and verification, and the Indian immigration authorities authorize the visa.

2. Service Fee

In addition to the government fee, you may pay a service fee if you use a visa service provider. The visa service fee is imposed by the visa service providers or online websites that help travelers in the application process.

These services usually include:

• Evaluation of the accuracy of the application form.
• Checking of passport and personal data.
• Verification of documents to meet visa requirements.
• Customer support and guidance.
• Assistance in preventing errors that may lead to delays or visa rejection.

The government fee and the service fee are different, and one has to pay the service fee because of the convenience and professional help provided by the visa processing service.

Depending on the provider and the type of service chosen, the amount of the service fee may change, such as standard processing, urgent processing, and priority support. The table below shows typical service fees based on group size and processing speed.

Visa types	1 person	2 people	3–5 people	6–9 people	10 or more people	Urgent	Super Urgent
e-Tourist Visa (double entries for 30 days)	US$ 69	US$ 67	US$ 65	US$ 62	US$ 55	Plus US$ 79	Plus US$ 99
e-Tourist Visa (multiple entries for 1 year)	US$ 69	US$ 67	US$ 65	US$ 62	US$ 55	Plus US$ 79	Plus US$ 99
e-Tourist Visa (multiple entries for 5 years)	US$ 69	US$ 67	US$ 65	US$ 62	US$ 55	Plus US$ 79	Plus US$ 99
e-Business Visa (multiple entries for 1 year)	US$ 69	US$ 67	US$ 65	US$ 62	US$ 55	Plus US$ 79	Plus US$ 99
e-Medical Visa (triple entries for 60 days)	US$ 69	US$ 67	US$ 65	US$ 62	US$ 55	Plus US$ 79	Plus US$ 99
e-Ayush Visa (triple entries for 60 days)	US$ 69	US$ 67	US$ 65	US$ 62	US$ 55	Plus US$ 79	Plus US$ 99
e-Conference Visa (single entry for 30 days)	US$ 69	US$ 67	US$ 65	US$ 62	US$ 55	Plus US$ 79	Plus US$ 99
e-Emergency X-Misc Visa for Afghans only	US$ 69	US$ 67	US$ 65	US$ 62	US$ 55	Plus US$ 79	Plus US$ 99

Total Cost of an Indian e-Visa

The total cost of an Indian e-Visa usually includes:

• Government Fee- is paid to the Government of India to get the official visa process done.
• Service Fee - this is paid to the visa service provider in order to assist in the application.

This cost structure will make the travelers aware of what they are paying. The government fee is paid directly to the Indian authorities, and the service fee gives the support that the visa platform provides.

Conclusion

Understanding how government and service fees are structured helps you estimate the total cost before applying: the government fee and the non-obligatory service fee in the case of applicants who use a visa service provider. The government fee is paid to the Government of India to process the visa application, and the service fee covers the assistance given in the application process. Understanding these two types of fees will assist travelers in budget preparation and success in their visa application before they visit India.