India — paper arrival forms are gone (e-Arrival Card)
Every foreign passport holder must file the e-Arrival Card online in the 72 hours before arrival — before you fly, not after you land. Paper disembarkation forms were phased out entirely in April 2026. Free on the official portal.
Who this affects
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In force since2026-04-01
What has NOT changed
A change to the visa rule does not change these. They apply as before.
Passport validityMust be valid at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
Arrival cardIndia e-Arrival Card — Required. Submit online within 72 h of arrival — free on the official site.
Yellow fever certificateCertificate required if you arrive from a country with a risk of transmission.