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Does India require a visa for Australian citizens?

Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.

Last checked 22 Jul 2026Source · Indian e-Visa ApplicationHow we source this →
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Do Australian citizens need a visa for India?

Yes, Australian citizens need a visa to enter India, with an e-Visa being the most common option for tourism and short business trips.

Apply on the official siteIndian e-Visa Application — last checked 22 July 2026
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Health FileSubject · IndiaChecked · 22 Jul 2026

Vaccinations for India

Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.

Conditional

Only if arriving from a risk area

Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.

  • Yellow Fever

    Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.

Recommended on health grounds

Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.

  • Hepatitis A

    Recommended — food & water borne.

  • Typhoid

    Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.

  • Rabies

    Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.

  • Japanese Encephalitis

    Consider for rural stays, especially in monsoon season.

  • Malaria prevention

    No vaccine — antimalarials + bite avoidance recommended for risk regions.

  • Cholera

    Consider for aid workers, remote travel, or outbreak areas.

→ Read the Yellow Fever briefing

Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.

Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.

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Deep breath. Here's the answer.

Australian citizens travelling to India for tourism or short business generally need to apply for an Indian e-Visa online before their trip. This electronic visa simplifies the application process compared to traditional embassy applications.

Key facts

For Australian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

PassportAustralian passport
PurposeTourism / short business trip
Visa requiredYes — eVisa
Maximum stayUp to 180 days per visit for tourism, usually 60 days per visit for business E-Visa. Maximum 3 entries per calendar year.
Passport validityAt least 6 months beyond the date of expected departure from India, with at least two blank pages.
Return/onward ticketYes, or onward ticket.
Arrival formRequired (usually provided on arrival or online prior to arrival).
Last checked22 July 2026

You may need a visa if…

  • The e-Visa is not available for certain restricted or protected areas.
  • e-Visas are typically non-extendable and non-convertible.
  • Ensure your passport meets the validity and blank pages requirements.
  • The e-Visa must be applied for and approved before you travel.
  • Multiple entries are allowed within the validity period, subject to maximum stay per visit.
  • Journalism and missionary activities are not permitted on a tourist or business e-Visa.

Before you travel

  • Apply for your Indian e-Visa online well in advance of your travel date.
  • Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity and two blank pages.
  • Print a copy of your approved e-Visa authorization letter.
  • Book your return or onward travel tickets.
  • Have proof of sufficient funds for your stay in India.
  • Check for any health requirements or vaccinations recommended for India.

Common questions

Yes, Australian citizens need a visa to enter India. For tourism and short business trips, an e-Visa is the most common and convenient option.

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