Travel to India — plainly explained
Whether you’re coming for the first time as a foreign traveler, arriving on an OCI card or returning as an NRI, this section gathers the current visa, arrival, permit and residence rules in one place — with every source linked to an official Government of India portal.
Articles are published as a public service and updated periodically. They are not a substitute for immigration, legal or tax advice.
.gov.in websites, complete the free e-Arrival Card within 72 hours of your flight, and always verify current rules before you book non-refundable travel.3 guides — start here
Visa rules, arrival requirements, Indian missions abroad, local customs, safety, transportation and responsible travel. Updated September 2026.
Millions of Indians and people of Indian origin live outside India while maintaining close family, cultural, professional and financial ties. This guide explains how NRI and OCI differ, and the exact travel, residence, banking, tax, arrival-card and passport-update rules that apply. Updated September 2026.
A plain-language guide for Non-Resident Indians who want to buy, inherit, rent out, sell or repatriate proceeds from Indian real estate. Updated September 2026.
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Discover every state, festival, heritage site, food tradition and city portal on the Indias.com network. Or shortlist a long-term stay via IndiasRealEstate.