How to get an India eVisa for Filipino citizens

Planning your journey to India from the Philippines? We’re here to help make your India eVisa application process simple and stress-free.

Applying for a visa can feel overwhelming, but we handle the details for you. This allows you to focus more on the exciting parts of your trip, like exploring India’s vibrant culture and stunning landscapes.

Do Filipino citizens need a visa to visit India?

Yes, Filipino citizens need a visa before traveling to India. The India eVisa is the most convenient option and can be applied for online without needing to visit an embassy.

India eVisas have different validity periods, ranging from 30 days to 5 years. Check the duration that best suits your travel needs.

What is the India Tourist eVisa?

The India Tourist eVisa allows Filipino citizens to travel to India for tourism, leisure, or visiting friends and family. It's an electronic visa, meaning you can apply entirely online and avoid the hassle of embassy visits.

India offers various eVisa options depending on the purpose of your visit:

• Tourist eVisa: Ideal for leisure travelers and those visiting family or friends.

• Business eVisa: Perfect for business travelers attending meetings or conferences.

• Medical eVisa: For those seeking medical treatment in India.

Difficulty rating: 21/100

We’ve given the India Tourist eVisa a difficulty rating of 21/100, reflecting the ease of the process.

The application is entirely online, with no in-person interviews. It has 24 questions and requires 2 documents (a passport and a recent photo). It takes about 15 minutes to complete the form.

"After 48 hours of frustration navigating a cumbersome site, I was ready to cancel my trip altogether," says Alex J., a frequent traveler. "I couldn't upload my passport photo despite trying multiple devices and browsers. Fortunately, I found [iVisa]."

Important note for restricted areas: Certain regions in Northeast India, such as Arunachal Pradesh, are restricted. Visiting these areas requires special permits in addition to the eVisa. For more information, visit the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region website.

How to apply for an India eVisa from the Philippines with us

Using our website or mobile app makes applying for the India eVisa quick and straightforward. Here’s how:

1.Enter your personal and travel details on our website or via the iVisa app.

2.Verify that all information is correct. Choose your preferred processing time and pay the fees using a credit card, PayPal, or Venmo.

"My e-Visa application was rejected because the passport date of issue I entered did not match the scanned copy," warns Maria Reyes from Manila.

3.Upload the required documents (usually just your passport and a photo) and submit your application.

Once your eVisa is approved, it will be emailed to you. Save a digital copy and print a copy to carry when you travel.

Did you know? Our approval rate for Filipino applicants is 96%, well above average. This is because our experts carefully review each application, reducing the chances of rejection.

Indian embassy in the Philippines

If you need additional consular services, you can contact the Embassy of India in Manila:

Address: 2190 Paraiso St., Dasmariñas Village, Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone: +63 2 8843 0101 / 4048

Other entry and exit rules to consider for India

• ✅ Passport validity: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival and have at least two blank pages.

• ✅ Yellow fever certificate: Required only if you are arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

• ✅ Restricted/protected areas: Some regions (like parts of Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Ladakh, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands) require a special permit (Protected Area Permit or Restricted Area Permit) in addition to your visa.

• ✅ Overstaying penalties: Overstaying a visa, even by one day, can lead to fines, detention, or future visa bans. Always check your visa expiry carefully.

• ✅ Entry points: Ensure you arrive at an airport, seaport, or land border that accepts your visa type. For example, e-visas are valid only at certain airports and seaports.

• ✅ Currency rules: You can carry up to ₹25,000 in Indian rupees when entering or exiting. For foreign currency, amounts over USD 5,000 (cash) or USD 10,000 (total) must be declared.

• ✅ Customs rules: India has strict regulations on items like gold, electronics, and certain medicines. Prohibited items include satellite phones, some types of drones, and narcotics.

💡 Michael Angelo from The Project Kosmos shared his experience:

"Leaving Mumbai, security was the strictest I’ve faced. They searched all bags and wouldn’t let me carry my GPS, saying it’s a prohibited item. I had to check the GPS separately and carried only my laptop, charger, and iPod until picking up my bag in Bangladesh."

Need more support?

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