Indian e-Visa for Polish Travelers
Polish Citizens holding a valid & ordinary Polish passport can apply for an Indian e-Visa. There is no need for Polish nationals to visit any embassies or consulates to apply for an Indian e-Visa. Polish citizens can apply from the comfort of their living room if you have an internet connection.
What e-Visa do Polish Citizens need to visit India as a Tourist?
India offers 5 different types of e-Visas. Apply for an Indian Tourist e-Visa if you are traveling for tourism.
This is available in three forms-
- 1- month
- 1-year &
- 5-year
Each holds different validity, entries & length of stay. So, apply according to your itinerary.
If you are planning a short-term visit, opt for the 1-month tourist e-Visa, valid for 30 days. You have two entries during the allotted time. Additionally, a continuous stay of roughly 30 days is permitted.
If you plan to join a short-term course like cooking, yoga, etc. apart from the travel, go for a 1-year tourist e-Visa. It has a validity of about 365 days. Throughout validity, several entries are permitted. Also, the length of stay is 90 days.
Polish nationals who want to spend more time in India also want to participate in recreational programs. Opt for a five-year tourist eVisa. This e-Visa type also allows multiple entries & 90 days of continuous stay.
Essential Documents to Apply for an Indian Tourist e-Visa for Polish Citizens
The Polish citizens need a valid Polish passport. That is valid for a duration longer than six months. The applicants applying for an Indian e-Visa should possess the digital form of all the required documents.
In that case, you should have a bio page of your passport. That bio page should have all your personal & passport details, like name, date of birth, nationality, passport’s date of issue, expiry date, etc.
Then you should have your passport-size digital photo. When applying for an Indian e-Visa, there are some conditions to meet while taking a passport-size photo-
- Choose a well-lit space with a background that is either white or light in color.
- Take off any objects that cover your face, like hats and glasses.
- Ensure there are no hairs on the face.
- Place yourself about 0.5 meters away from the wall.
- Ensure your complete head, from the hairline to the chin, is visible by facing the camera straight.
- Look for shadows on the face or backdrop, and get rid of the red eye.
Take care of all these things while capturing the passport-size photo.
Kindly ensure that, when completing the application, you provide a working and valid email address. The approved Indian e-Visa for Polish citizens is sent to the email address you are filling out.
It is necessary to have financial proof to prove that you have enough funds to stay and travel in India. Bank statements, paychecks, etc. can be used as proof.
In addition, you must have a debit or credit card in your hand for the application process. You should use one of these to make the payment after filling out the application.
All forms of Indian e-Visa applications are subject to those mentioned above. This means, that the aforementioned documents are essential for applying all kinds of Indian e-Visas. Other e-Visas need some extra documents while applying.
All types of documents are acceptable for uploading; however, digital photos have a size limit of 10 MB. The applicant can send us any photo documents that are larger than 10 MB.
What e-Visa do Polish Citizens need to visit India for Business Purposes?
The Government of India introduced a Business e-Visa for international travelers traveling to India for various business purposes. India is a notable nation in the field of global commerce and business. Thus, the number of international businesspeople attending various events, exhibitions, etc., rises. A Polish business individual planning to travel to India for business needs can apply for this e-Visa type.
The Indian Business e-Visa, which allows for multiple entries and a continuous stay of 180 days, is valid for one year.
The E-Conference Visa, which the Indian government introduced, makes it easier for foreign businesspeople to visit India to attend webinars, conferences, and other events. This special category facilitates hassle-free application. This E-Visa has only 30 days of validity. Only a single entry is allowed. Also, a continuous stay of up to 30 days is permitted.
Additional Documents to apply for both Business e-Visa & E-Conference Visa
Apart from the basic essential documents listed above, these are the additional documents needed to apply for both the Business e-Visa & E-Conference Visa -
Business e-Visa
- Business Card
- Invitation Letter
- Detailed Documents of the Indian Organization you are visiting
E-Conference Visa
- Invitation Letter
- Political Clearance
- Event Clearance
What e-Visa do Polish Citizens need to visit India for Medical Purposes?
Polish citizens can apply for an Indian Medical e-Visa to consult an Indian doctor and get treatments from an Indian hospital. Additionally, a Polish citizen can apply for an Indian Medical Attendant e-Visa. This e-Visa type is for those who escort a patient for treatments in India. The sixty-day validity period applies to both e-Visa categories. Also, have a maximum stay of 60 days and permits three entries.
Additional Documents to apply for both Medical e-Visa & Medical Attendant e-Visa
Apart from the basic essential documents, these are the additional documents needed to apply for both Medical e-Visa & Medical Attendant e-Visa-
Medical e-Visa
- Patient’s Medical Records
- Detailed document for the Indian Hospital you are consulting
- Letter from the Indian Hospital
Medical Attendant e-Visa
- Escorting Permission Letter
- Patient’s Medical Records
- Relationship Proof of the Applicant with the Patient
Things to Keep in Mind While Applying for an Indian e-Visa for Polish Citizens
Processing Time of an Indian e-Visa for Polish Citizens
The Indian e-Visa application process could take 2 to 3 business days. Also, an Indian e-Visa may get approved in 24 hours in emergencies.
Extension of an Indian e-Visa for Polish Citizens
Indian e-Visas cannot be extended in general. But in emergencies, Indian Medical e-Visas can be extended.
Choosing Authorized Airports & Seaports
India has both authorized entry & exit points. International travelers can enter India only by Air & Sea. But they are free to exit India through Air, Sea, Land & Rail.
Please note that only authorized seaports with electronic visas are permitted entry into India for cruise ship passengers. A conventional visa is required if you wish to enter India through a seaport that isn't on the list of seaports authorized for electronic visas.
Vaccination Card to Travel to India
To obtain any necessary vaccination cards or medications, check the list of recommended shots and visit your doctor at least one month before your trip.
Reasons for an Indian e-Visa Rejection
It is very common for an Indian e-Visa to get rejected so easily. First of all, ensure your application form is authentic and clear. Upload all the essential documents. But still, there are so many reasons behind the rejection of an Indian e-Visa.
Avoid making any errors
If you make any mistakes during the application completion. Your application gets rejected automatically. You need to apply once again for the new Indian e-Visa.
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Citizens of many countries including United States, Australia, France, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark, Italy, United Kingdom are eligible for eVisa India.