If you are planning a trip to India and want to avoid hassles at the airport, then it is important to be aware of the Indian visa requirements for Canadian citizens. This information has been updated for 2019 and is as follows:
-For citizens of all other countries, a visa is not required for stays of up to 6 months. INDIAN VISA FOR CANADIAN CITIZENS
-For citizens of countries in the European Union (except Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Romania and The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia), a visa is not required for stays of up to 3 months.
-For citizens of Australia, Brunei, Canada, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Singapore and USA, a visa is not required for stays of up to 6 months if they are travelling on a valid passport from their home country or are travelling on a Canadian passport with a valid multi-entry visa.
-For citizens of China (PRC), Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR, a visa is not required for stays of up to 90 days if you have an onward ticket and your travel dates are within six months after your arrival in India.
-For citizens of Chile, Colombia and Venezuela who do not hold a passport from any country that is part of the European Union or Schengen Area, a visa is not required for stays of up to 30 days if you have an onward ticket and your travel dates are within six months after your arrival in India.
-For citizens of Brazil who do not hold a passport from any country that is part of the European Union or Schengen Area, a visa is not required for stays of up to 90 days if you have an onward ticket and your travel dates are within six months after your arrival in India.
What are the Indian visa requirements for Canadian citizens?
Indian visa requirements for Canadian citizens have been updated as of January 1, 2018. Canadian citizens are now required to have a visa if they are travelling to India for tourism or business purposes. INDIAN VISA AIRPORTS FOR ENTRY
Additionally, all travellers entering India from Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka must also have a valid travel visa. If you are travelling to India on a private tour, you will not need a visa. However, if you are travelling as part of an organized group or organised tour, you will need a tourist visa.
Please note that the Indian visa requirements listed here are subject to change at any time without prior notification. Therefore, it is always important to check the latest information before travelling to India.
How can I apply for an Indian visa?
If you are a citizen of Canada, you can apply for an Indian visa through one of the many Indian embassies or consulates located throughout the world. The application process is typically straightforward and requires only a few simple documents.
To prepare for your visa application, it is important to familiarize yourself with the required documentation. Some of the most common items you will need to include in your application package are:
-Your passport valid for at least six months after your intended departure from India
-Your Canadian passport photo
-A visa application form (available from Indian embassies and consulates)
-Your original tickets or plane tickets to India
-Proof of financial support for your stay in India, such as a recent bank statement, proof of employment or income from another source, or letters of invitation from friends or family members in India
-A health certificate (if travelling with any children)
-Proof of vaccinations if required by India
What are the Indian visa airports for entry?
Indian visa requirements for Canadian citizens have been updated as of July 1, 2018. The following are the Indian visa airports for entry:
Airport Name : Jaipur
: Jaipur Airport Code : JAI
: JAI Country Represented : India
: India Visa Requirements : Indian citizens must obtain a visa prior to arrival in India. The required visa type and validity period can be found on the Indian embassy website. A minimum stay of 30 days is required for tourist visas, which can be extended if needed. For business visas, a minimum stay of 6 months is required. Please note that visitor visas are not issued at the airport.