• All foreign nationals (non-Indian citizens) must have a valid visa before flying to India.
• Visa on arrival is not available for most guests; apply in advance.
• Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date into India.
• Keep at least two blank pages in your passport for the visa stamp.
For weddings, the most suitable visa type is:
• Tourist Visa / e-Tourist Visa — for attending a wedding, sightseeing, or visiting family/friends.
1️⃣ Visit the official India visa portal: Indian Visa Online
2️⃣ Choose the correct visa type (e-Tourist) and fill in your details.
3️⃣ Upload the required documents (passport, photograph, proof of residence, etc.).
4️⃣ Pay the visa fee online.
5️⃣ Wait for processing and receive your e-Visa or stamped visa.
6️⃣ Print and carry your visa approval along with your passport while traveling.
• Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity from arrival date).
• At least two blank pages in passport.
• Completed online visa application form.
• Recent passport-style photograph.
• Proof of address/residence in home country.
• Visa fee payment confirmation.
• Additional documents (if applicable): surrender certificate for previous Indian passport holders, etc.
• Canada: Eligible for e-Visa (fee around USD 80).
• General: 30-day e-Tourist Visa – ~USD 25 (July–March).
• 1-year e-Tourist Visa – ~USD 40.
• Fees vary by nationality and visa type; bank transaction charges (2.5–3%) apply.
• Regular consulate visas: fee depends on duration and nationality.
• Present your passport + visa approval/e-Visa at immigration on arrival.
• Visa validity and stay duration depend on visa type (check your approval notice).
• Kolkata (CCU) is an approved e-Visa entry airport.
• Select “Tourist / Visiting Friends or Relatives” as your visa purpose if attending a wedding.
• Keep printed and digital copies of your visa, passport, and itinerary for emergencies.
• India e-Visa Portal — indianvisaonline.gov.in
• Consulate General of India (Toronto) — cgitoronto.gov.in
• BLS International (Canada) — blsindia-canada.com
• Apply at least 4–6 weeks before travel (ideally 2–3 months ahead).
• Ensure passport validity and blank pages before applying.
• Pay e-Visa fee at least 4 days before expected travel date.
• Carry a printed copy of your e-Visa approval when flying.
• Keep your wedding invitation and hotel details handy for immigration if requested.