Visa Requirements

As well as a full British passport valid for at least six months after the planned date of return from your holiday, all British citizens are required to have a visa when travelling to India.

Please note, the below information is to only be used as a guide and Goa Experience is not liable for any issues you may incur with your visa application.

Updated 27th September 2024

For the most up-to-date entry, passport and visa information, please visit the FCDO travel advice for India by clicking here. Please be aware that information can change at short notice so please ensure you check the page regularly. 

An E-visa service is available, and you can apply for certain categories of visas online. Check that you are eligible before you apply and apply in good time, although this must be within 30 days of your departure date. Visit the Government of India’s e-Visa website for details. 

You may wish to add the details of our local handling agent as appropriate on your application, their address is as below:

SITA Travels, Second Floor, Alcon Chambers, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Panjim, Goa 403001, India.

Once your e-visa has be granted please log back onto the India Visa Online application and check your visa status. You will need to print your Electronic Travel Authorization as this provides the QR code for immigration on arrival in Goa.

Using a visa agent

You might prefer to use a visa agent, to help simplify the process. They will complete the visa application on your behalf for an additional charge.