Can I enter India through any airport with an eVisa? No. The India eVisa is accepted only at 36 designated international airports, 6 seaports, and select land border crossings. Arriving at a non-designated port results in denied entry and a return flight at your own expense.
British travellers must verify their arrival destination appears on the authorised list before booking flights. Apply for your India eVisa 4 to 120 days before travel. The list below was last verified in September 2026 against indianvisaonline.gov.in. Bureau of Immigration helpline: 1800-111-363.
This is an independent informational guide, not affiliated with the Government of India. Always verify the latest list at indianvisaonline.gov.in before booking.
36 Designated Airports for India eVisa Entry (2026)
India designates 36 international airports for India eVisa entry as of September 2026. UK-connected airports with direct flights are highlighted in bold below.
| Airport Name | IATA Code | City | State / Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | AMD | Ahmedabad | Gujarat |
| Amritsar | ATQ | Amritsar | Punjab |
| Bagdogra | IXB | Siliguri | West Bengal |
| Bengaluru | BLR | Bengaluru | Karnataka |
| Bhopal | BHO | Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh |
| Bhubaneswar | BBI | Bhubaneswar | Odisha |
| Calicut | CCJ | Kozhikode | Kerala |
| Chandigarh | IXC | Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Chennai | MAA | Chennai | Tamil Nadu |
| Cochin | COK | Kochi | Kerala |
| Coimbatore | CJB | Coimbatore | Tamil Nadu |
| Delhi | DEL | Delhi | Delhi |
| Gaya | GAY | Gaya | Bihar |
| Goa-Dabolim | GOI | Goa | Goa |
| Goa-Mopa | GOX | Goa | Goa |
| Guwahati | GAU | Guwahati | Assam |
| Hyderabad | HYD | Hyderabad | Telangana |
| Indore | IDR | Indore | Madhya Pradesh |
| Jaipur | JAI | Jaipur | Rajasthan |
| Kannur | CNN | Kannur | Kerala |
| Kolkata | CCU | Kolkata | West Bengal |
| Lucknow | LKO | Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh |
| Madurai | IXM | Madurai | Tamil Nadu |
| Mangalore | IXE | Mangalore | Karnataka |
| Mumbai | BOM | Mumbai | Maharashtra |
| Nagpur | NAG | Nagpur | Maharashtra |
| Port Blair | IXZ | Port Blair | Andaman & Nicobar |
| Pune | PNQ | Pune | Maharashtra |
| Raipur | RPR | Raipur | Chhattisgarh |
| Ranchi | IXR | Ranchi | Jharkhand |
| Srinagar | SXR | Srinagar | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Tiruchirappalli | TRZ | Tiruchirappalli | Tamil Nadu |
| Tirupati | TIR | Tirupati | Andhra Pradesh |
| Trivandrum | TRV | Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala |
| Varanasi | VNS | Varanasi | Uttar Pradesh |
| Visakhapatnam | VTZ | Visakhapatnam | Andhra Pradesh |
Last verified: September 2026. Source: indianvisaonline.gov.in.
Seaports & Land Border Crossings Where India eVisa Is Accepted
India eVisa allows entry at 6 designated seaports and select land border Immigration Check Posts (ICPs); other maritime and overland crossings require a regular/paper visa. The India eVisa is accepted only at the ICPs listed below; arriving at any unlisted border point results in denial of entry.
| Designated Seaport | Location |
|---|---|
| Mumbai (Jawaharlal Nehru Port – JNPT) | Maharashtra |
| Cochin (Kochi) | Kerala |
| Mormugao (Goa) | Goa |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu |
| New Mangalore | Karnataka |
| Visakhapatnam | Andhra Pradesh |
| Land Border Crossing | Neighbouring Country |
|---|---|
| Attari-Wagah | Pakistan |
| Petrapole-Benapole | Bangladesh |
| Sunauli | Nepal |
| Raxaul-Birgunj | Nepal |
| Phuntsholing-Jaigaon | Bhutan |
Cruise passengers and overland travellers must hold a valid India eVisa before reaching these ICPs. Anyone attempting to cross elsewhere will be referred to apply for a regular/paper visa through an Indian Mission or Post.
Entry Rules & Documents at the India eVisa Counter
India eVisa holders must enter through the port specified in their application, present a printed ETA, and complete biometric enrolment upon arrival.
You must enter through the port selected in your eVisa application; changing it requires a new application. Your passport must be valid for 6 months from arrival with at least 2 blank pages. The port of entry code on your India eVisa document must match your arrival airport.
| eVisa Category | Entry Allowance |
|---|---|
| Tourist (30-day) | Single or double entry |
| Tourist (1-year) | Multiple entries |
| Tourist (5-year) | Multiple entries |
| Business | As specified on document |
| Medical | As specified on document |
| Medical Attendant | As specified on document |
| Conference | As specified on document |
Submit the mandatory e-Arrival Card at indianvisaonline.gov.in/earrival within 72 hours before arrival. This applies to all foreign nationals and OCI/eOCI cardholders. File the Self-Declaration Form (AIR SUVIDHA) at airsuvidha.civilaviation.gov.in before reaching immigration.
Biometric enrolment at the India eVisa counter takes 5-15 minutes:
Queue at the designated eVisa counter
Document verification by immigration officer
10-fingerprint capture
Facial photograph
Passport stamp
Printable document checklist:
- ☐ Printed eVisa ETA (screenshots not accepted)
- ☐ Valid passport (6+ months)
- ☐ Return or onward ticket
- ☐ Proof of accommodation
- ☐ Proof of sufficient funds
- ☐ e-Arrival Card confirmation
Employment and studies are NOT permitted on an India eVisa. UAE nationals who have previously obtained an eVisa or regular/paper visa for India may use Visa on Arrival at Hyderabad (Rajiv Gandhi International) airport.
Can You Leave India Through Any Border? Exit Port Rules Explained
Exit is permitted through any Immigration Check Post (ICP), so you do not need to leave from the port where you arrived.
India eVisa designated ports of entry restrict arrivals to 36 airports, 6 seaports, and select land border ICPs. Departure rules differ: you may leave India through any Immigration Check Post. For example, you can fly into Delhi on an India eVisa, travel overland, and exit via the Sunauli ICP on the Nepal border.
| Entry | Exit |
|---|---|
| Designated ports only (36 airports, 6 seaports, select land ICPs) | Any Immigration Check Post |
| Must match port selected in application | No port restriction |
For Travellers from the United Kingdom – Quick Reference
UK travellers fly direct to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, or Chennai, all designated India eVisa airports with dedicated immigration counters.
Direct UK to India routes include London Heathrow (LHR) to Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM), and Bengaluru (BLR), Gatwick (LGW) to Goa (GOI), and Manchester (MAN) to Delhi (seasonal). All listed Indian airports are designated India eVisa ports. UK passport holders must ensure 6 months validity from date of arrival. Many UK travellers assume they can enter through any international airport; always double-check your arrival airport against the list above to avoid denial of entry. Consult FCDO guidance at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/india.
Frequently Asked Questions about India eVisa Entry Points
Do I have to enter India through the same airport I specified in my eVisa application?
Yes. You must enter through the port of entry selected during your application. Changing it requires submitting a new India eVisa application.
What happens to my eVisa if India adds or removes airports from the designated list?
Your India eVisa remains valid for the port you selected. If that port is removed, apply for a new eVisa with an active port. Bureau helpline: 1800-111-363.
Can I transit through a non-designated Indian airport on my way to a designated one?
If you remain in the international transit area and do not pass through immigration, transit is generally permitted. You must clear immigration at your designated India eVisa airport.
How many entries does each India eVisa type allow?
30-day Tourist: single or double entry. 1-year and 5-year Tourist: multiple entries. Business, Medical, Conference: as specified on the eVisa document.
How often is the designated airport list updated?
As of September 2026, 36 airports are designated. Always verify the current list at indianvisaonline.gov.in before travel.
Does an India eVisa cover visits to restricted or protected areas within India?
No. Restricted areas, such as parts of Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, and the Andaman and Nicobar interiors, require additional permits from Indian authorities, regardless of your India eVisa type.
What happens if I arrive at an airport not on the eVisa list?
Arriving at a non-designated airport will result in denial of entry, a return flight at your own cost, and potential future visa complications. You must land at one of the 36 designated airports.
Is the e-Arrival Card mandatory for all India eVisa holders?
Yes. The e-Arrival Card is mandatory for all foreign nationals and OCI or eOCI cardholders. Submit it online at indianvisaonline.gov.in within 72 hours before your arrival in India.
Article last reviewed: September 2026.
