Yes, a visa is required to travel from Canada to India.
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Do I need a visa for India from Canada?
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Yes, Canadian citizens need a visa for India. For tourism, the easiest route is the e-Visa applied for online before departure via the official portal indianvisaonline.gov.in.
Canadian travellers heading to India must obtain a visa before departure. For tourism, the most convenient route is the electronic e-Visa, applied for online through the government portal indianvisaonline.gov.in, without visiting a consulate. The authorisation is received by email and linked electronically to your passport.
Do you need a visa for India?
Yes. A Canadian passport does not allow visa-free entry to India. For a tourist stay, you can choose the electronic e-Visa requested in advance online, which covers short-term tourist visits. For other purposes or longer stays, a standard consular visa may be required.
How and where to apply
The recommended route for a Canadian citizen is to go to the official portal at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in, complete the form, upload a photo and the passport bio page, then pay the fee online. You receive the e-Visa by email, to print and present on arrival. Use only the government portal and not intermediaries.
Documents and fees
Bring a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date, with at least two blank pages. A recent digital passport photo and an image of the passport bio page are required for the online application. The exact e-Visa fee is not confirmed here: check the current amount directly on indianvisaonline.gov.in before paying.
Processing and practical tips
Apply several days before departure, as the exact processing time is not guaranteed and a check may lengthen it. Confirm that the e-Visa-eligible arrival airports match your itinerary. Print your e-Visa authorisation and keep a backup digital copy.
Common mistakes
Never use an unofficial third-party site: only indianvisaonline.gov.in is the government portal, and copycat sites charge inflated fees. Check that the name and passport number you enter match your document exactly, as any discrepancy can lead to a boarding refusal. Finally, verify your passport validity (at least 6 months) and the number of blank pages before booking.
Official sources
- Official Indian e-Visa portal (Government of India)
- Government of Canada — Travel advice and advisories: India
- High Commission of India, Ottawa
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to India from Canada?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 90 days.
How long can you stay in India?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days.
What other visa types exist for India?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, India offers among others: Film visa, Entry visa (X) - family of Indian citizen, Transit visa, Business e-Visa, Conference e-Visa, Project Visa (power/steel sector).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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