FAQs

    71. Do I need a visa to go to India for 2 weeks?

    Yes, most travelers, regardless of duration of stay, require a visa to enter India. India provides a range of visas, including tourist visas for short-term trips of up to two weeks. To visit India for 2 weeks, you normally need to apply for a tourist visa (also known as an "Electronic Tourist Visa" or "eVisa"). At India Immigration Services, we office three types of Tourist e-Visas:
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    72. Do I need to surrender my Indian passport before applying for visa

    No, you do not need to relinquish your Indian passport before filing for a visa. When applying for an Indian visa, you normally send your passport, together with the necessary visa application and supporting papers, to the appropriate embassy or consulate. If your application is granted, the visa will be stamped or fastened inside your passport.
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    73. Can I travel to India without renewing my OCI?

    If you have a valid OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card, you can go to India without having to renew it for as long as your OCI card is active. The OCI card entitles you to repeated entries into India for the rest of your life, and you can enter and depart the country with your valid OCI card and passport.
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    74. What is the difference between OCI and eVisa in India?

    OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) and e-Visa are two types of documents that allow foreign individuals to enter India, although they serve different purposes and have different qualifying requirements and advantages. Here are the key distinctions between OCI and e-Visa in India
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    75. What is the cheapest way to exchange currency in India?

    If you want to visit India, you'll need access to foreign cash. While you may use a credit or debit card for all of your transactions, you risk squandering too much money on international transaction fees. One way to avoid this is to convert money and carry cash with you. Unfortunately, access to overseas cash may be costly at times. If you want to save money, here are the cheapest ways to exchange currency in India.
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    76. Can I transit through India without a visa?

    An Indian Transit Visa is required if your stopover in India is between 24 and 72 hours. If your stopover in India is longer than 72 hours, you will require an appropriate visa, such as a Visa on Arrival. Please keep in mind that even if your stopover is less than 24 hours, you will need a visa to enter the country. It might be a transit visa or another sort of visa, such as the India e-Tourist Visa (eTV).
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    77. When do foreigners visit Goa?

    The dry season, which lasts from November to March, is the best time to visit Goa, India. The weather is beautiful during this time of year, with no rain. These months are ideal for touring historical monuments and attending local festivities such as the Goa Carnival and Sunburn Festival, as well as enjoying the region's stunning beaches, water sports, and active nightlife.
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    78. Do I need an Indian visa if I have an OCI card?

    To begin, the OCI card is not a visa, despite the fact that it provides the holder with unlimited access to India. This document, like a visa, grants you the right to live and work in India, but it does not enable non-citizens to enter.
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    79. How many festivals are there in India?

    India is a big nation with many faiths, which results in a distinct local festival culture. Throughout the year, India is claimed to have over a thousand festivals. Every holiday in India is greeted with grand celebrations and, at times, cultural harmony.
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    80. Do I need a visa to go to India from the Philippines?

    Yes, as a citizen of the Philippines, you will need a visa to travel to India. Indian visa requirements vary depending on the purpose and duration of your visit. As a citizen of the Philippines, you will need a visa to travel to India. Indian visa requirements vary depending on the purpose and duration of your visit.
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