Indias new digital arrival system - U. S. Embassy Consulates in India U S citizen travelers are now able to travel to India with a valid e-visa (or physical visa from an Indian embassy consulate) AND a valid e-arrival form All travelers to India should consult with their airlines to confirm entry requirements at the time of ticket purchase
e-Arrival Card for International Travelers to India Effective October 1, 2025, foreigners and OCI card holders arriving in India are required to submit an e-Arrival Card (digital disembarkation Card) online within 72 hours prior to their arrival
Indias new e-Arrival Card: What travelers need to know Final thoughts India's e-Arrival Card modernizes a familiar process, shifting a short form from paper to a secure online flow that you complete before you land Do it within 72 hours of arrival, keep the confirmation handy, and you should find immigration smoother and quicker-especially at peak-hour banks of long-haul arrivals
India e-Arrival Card and eVisa 2025: Full Digital Entry Guide for . . . India e-Arrival Card replaces the old paper-based disembarkation form and allows travelers to pre-submit their immigration details online Developed by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Bureau of Immigration (BoI), the system integrates directly with India’s Immigration Management System for real-time verification
Indias Digital e-Arrival Card for Foreigners and OCI Cardholders: A . . . The e-arrival disembarkation card is a token of safe entry into India for foreign passport holders This pre-arrival process ensures post-arrival convenience, faster immigration clearance, and quick exit or transfer to the connecting domestic flight at major Indian airports
Foreign arrivals in India can now complete E-Arrival form online – How . . . Starting October 1, 2025, foreign nationals and OCI cardholders must submit a mandatory e-arrival card before immigration in India This digital initiative by the Bureau of Immigration aims to streamline the passenger experience, expedite arrivals, and eliminate paper forms
E Arrival Card The Seamless Way for Foreign Nationals to Arrive in India This digital form is mandatory for all Foreign Nationals (international passengers) arriving in India It is required before you proceed to the immigration counter and is essential for authorities to record your entry details, purpose of visit and stay information