Obtaining an Indian Visa for Citizens of Armenia and Cambodia: A Guide
For Armenian and Cambodian citizens planning a trip to India, obtaining a Tourist eVisa is a necessary step. Here's a straightforward guide to help you navigate the process.
Specific Steps to Obtain an Indian Visa (Tourist eVisa)
- Online Application: Fill out the India Tourist eVisa application form on the official portal or authorized visa service websites.
- Submit Required Documents: Upload a scan of your passport’s information page, a recent passport-style color photograph, provide an email address for the eVisa confirmation, and pay the visa fee using a credit or debit card. Depending on your circumstances, you may also need to submit additional documents such as a travel itinerary, proof of financial means, or an invitation letter.
- Payment of Visa Fee: Pay the visa fee online. For the Indian Tourist eVisa, fees generally range between $10 to $100 USD depending on duration and nationality, but specifics for Armenian and Cambodian visas may vary slightly.
- Visa Processing and Confirmation: Once approved, the eVisa is sent via email as a PDF. Print the eVisa and carry it with your passport when traveling to India for presentation at immigration.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for an Indian Tourist eVisa, you must:
- Possess a valid passport with a minimum validity of six months beyond the arrival date.
- Align your purpose of visit with the visa category (tourist in this case).
- Be a citizen of a country not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival.
- Armenian and Cambodian citizens are typically eligible for eVisa under normal tourism/business purposes.
Required Documents for Indian Visa (Tourist eVisa) for Armenian and Cambodian Citizens
- Valid Passport scan (info page)
- Recent color passport photo
- Email address
- Payment method (credit/debit card)
- Possibly:
- Travel itinerary (flight and accommodation bookings)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, credit cards)
- Invitation letter (if visiting relatives or for business)
Visa Fees
Fees vary by visa type, duration, and processing speed, usually paid online. For Indian Tourist eVisa, fees generally range based on the country but are typically between $10 to $100 USD depending on duration and nationality, but specifics for Armenian and Cambodian visas may vary slightly.
Additional Relevant Information
- Passport validity and photo specifications are strictly enforced.
- Armenian citizens need to ensure their passport meets all these criteria as they cannot enter India visa-free or get a visa on arrival.
- Cambodian citizens follow a similar process for Indian visas, requiring advance online application.
- Processing times vary but eVisas often take 2-4 days for approval.
- Upon arrival in India, travelers must present the printed eVisa along with their passport.
Traveling to India as an Armenian or Cambodian citizen involves obtaining a Tourist eVisa, a necessary step for your lifestyle, and aligns with your travel plans. To facilitate this, you'll need to fill out the application on the official portal, submit required documents, pay the visa fee, and wait for the eVisa to be sent via email, which may include documents such as your passport scan, recent photo, email address, payment method, travel itinerary, proof of sufficient funds, or an invitation letter, and the fees, which typically range between $10 to $100 USD.
