India Visa for Swiss Citizens
Swiss citizens are eligible to apply for an Indian e-Visa. The application process is so simple. We’ll help you figure out how to obtain an Indian e-Visa. ;
Understand What is an Indian e-Visa?
Indian electronic visas were launched in 2014. This allowed overseas travelers to travel to India in the most convenient way possible. This is a digital travel document that enables admission into India. Indian e-visas can be obtained online. Unlike ordinary e-Visas, applicants do not need to visit embassies or consulates or undergo lengthy application processes. The government of India has launched multiple e-Visa types to facilitate travelers. There are 5 types of Indian e-Visas-
- Indian Tourist e-Visa
- Indian, Business e-Visa
- Indian Medical e-Visa
- Indian Medical Attendant e-Visa
- Indian E-Conference Visa
Why Indian e-Visa?
Opting for an Indian e-Visa rather than an ordinary visa will save you much time. It is a more convenient, affordable, and stress-free process. Most importantly, candidates can apply for an Indian e-Visa from home, eliminating the need to rush to embassies, consulates, etc.
How to Apply For an Indian e-Visa?
To apply for an Indian e-Visa, please visit the Indian e-Visa official website. Check for your eligibility, open the Application Form, start filling it out, upload the necessary documents, choose the e-Visa type, update all the details, and entry & exit points, and then click the submit button. Please ensure to double-check the form.
Know more about Types of Indian e-Visas
Tourist Indian e-Visa
Following are the three types of Tourist Indian e-Visa for Swiss citizens
- 1-month tourist e-Visa
- 1-year tourist e-Visa
- 5 years tourist e-Visa
| Types of Tourist e-Visa | Validity | Entries | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month | 30 days | Double | 30 days |
| 1 Year | 365 days | Multiple | 90 days |
| 5- Year | 5 Years | Multiple | 90 days |
Business Indian e-Visa
If you are a Swiss citizen visiting India for business purposes, you can choose this Business Indian e-Visa.
- Validity - 1 year
- Entry- Multiple entry
- Duration of Continuous Stay- 180- days
Medical Indian e-Visa
Those Swiss citizens who wish to travel to India for medical treatments can apply for Medical Indian e-Visa
- Validity - 60 days
- Entry- Triple entry
- Duration of Continuous Stay-60 days
Medical Attendant Indian e-Visa
Swiss citizens escorting patients to India can apply for this Medical Attendant Indian e-Visa
- Validity - 60 days
- Entry- Triple entry
- Duration of Continuous Stay-60 days
E-Conference Indian e-Visa
The Government of India introduced this e-Visa to ease the application for those who travel to India to attend any webinars, business meetings, discussions, etc. Swiss citizens who are traveling to India to attend any conference can apply for this E-Conference Visa.
- Validity - 30 days
- Entry- Single entry
- Duration of Continuous Stay- 30 days
Necessary Document Requirement
There are fundamental documents that should be uploaded for all kinds of e-visas. Also, You need to upload different sets of documents for various categories of e-Visas. ;
We have listed all the required documents for all categories.
Fundamental Requirements
- A Valid Passport
- Passport Bio Page
- Passport-size Photo
- Valid email address
- Debit/ Credit Card
- Financial Proof
Additional Requirements
| Business e-Visa | Medical e-Visa | Medical attendant e-Visa | E-Conference Visa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invitation letter of the event you are attending | Treatment Records | Relationship proof with the patient | Invitation letter |
| Documents/ Details about the Indian Organization you are visiting | Letter from the Indian hospital you are consulting | Patient’s treatment records. | Political clearance |
| Business Card | Detailed document of the Indian hospital you are consulting | Escorting Permission documents | Event clearance |
Please note - You can upload documents in any format and photo size up to 10 MB. In case the size exceeds, please contact us.
If you have any doubts or would like to know more about Indian e-Visa please read out the FAQs also feel free to contact Customer Support.
Citizens of many countries including Argentina, Bolivia, Indonesia, Fiji, Japan and Portugal are eligible for eVisa India.