Indian eVisa Requirements for Tanzanian Residents - Indian e-Visa

Tanzanian residents can apply for an Indian e-Visa, which simplifies the process for tourism, business, medical visits, or conferences. 

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Indian eVisa Requirements for Tanzanian Residents - Indian e-Visa

Below are the requirements and details based on current information:

» Types of Indian e-Visa Available:

e-Tourist Visa: 

For tourism, visiting friends/family, or short-term courses/yoga.

• 30-day (double entry, non-extendable).
• 1-year (multiple entry, max 90 days per visit).
• 5-year (multiple entry, max 90 days per visit).

e-Business Visa: 

For business meetings, trade, or setting up ventures.

• Valid for 1 year, multiple entries, max 180 days per visit.

e-Medical Visa: 

For medical treatment, including attendant visas.

• 60 days, triple entry.

e-Conference Visa: 

For attending government-approved conferences.

• 30 days, single entry.

» Eligibility:

• Tanzanian passport holders or residents with a valid passport.
• Purpose must align with the visa type (tourism, business, medical, or conference).
• No ongoing criminal cases or intent to engage in prohibited activities (e.g., journalism, missionary work).

» Requirements:

1. Passport: Valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in India with at least 2 blank pages.
2. Photograph: Recent digital passport-sized photo (white background, 2x2 inches, clear facial features, JPEG format, 10KB-1MB).
3. Passport Bio-Page: Scanned copy of the passport’s biographical page (PDF, 10KB-300KB).
4. Payment Method: Credit/debit card (Visa, MasterCard, Amex) or online payment (e.g., PayPal) for visa fees.
5. Email Address: To receive the e-Visa approval.

Travel Details:

1. Proof of return or onward ticket.
2. Proof of sufficient funds (e.g., bank statement, optional but recommended).

Additional Documents (depending on visa type):

• e-Business Visa: Invitation letter from an Indian company or business card.
• e-Medical Visa: Letter from the Indian hospital confirming treatment.
• e-Conference Visa: Invitation from the conference organizer and clearance from Indian ministries (External Affairs, Home Affairs).

• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate: Required if traveling from or transiting through a yellow fever-affected country (e.g., Tanzania).

» Application Process:

1. Online Application: Apply via the official Indian Visa Online portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in).
2. Fill out the form with accurate personal, passport, and travel details.
3. Upload required documents (photo, passport scan).
4. Pay the non-refundable visa fee (varies by type, ~$10-$80, subject to change).

Processing Time: Typically 2-5 business days. Apply at least 5 days before travel, ideally 20-30 days in advance.

Approval: e-Visa is sent via email as a PDF. Carry a printed or digital copy (on phone/tablet) to present at immigration.

Entry Points: Valid at 29 designated airports (e.g., Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai) and 5 seaports (e.g., Cochin, Goa).

» Key Notes:

Validity: Starts from the date of issuance, not arrival. For example, a 30-day e-Tourist Visa must be used within 30 days of issuance.

Stay Limits: Overstaying requires FRRO approval (due to emergencies like illness) and may incur penalties.

Non-Convertible: e-Visas cannot be changed to other visa types (e.g., tourist to work).

No Physical Stamp: No need to visit an Indian Embassy; the process is fully online.

Reapplication: If rejected, reapply after correcting issues (e.g., incomplete documents). No refunds for rejections.

OCI/PIO Exemption: Tanzanian residents with valid OCI/PIO cards (PIO valid until Dec 31, 2024) don’t need an e-Visa.

Fees (Approximate, subject to change):

30-day e-Tourist Visa: ~$25.

1-year e-Tourist Visa: ~$40.

5-year e-Tourist Visa: ~$80.

e-Business Visa: ~$80.

e-Medical/Conference Visa: ~$80.

Additional bank charges (~2.5%) may apply.

Tips:

Double-check application details to avoid rejection (e.g., mismatched passport numbers).

Ensure high-quality, clear uploads for photos and scans.

Contact the Indian Visa Help Desk (info@indiavisa-online.org) for clarifications or document issues.

Apply through the official portal to avoid scams; avoid third-party agents unless verified.

Check health advisories (e.g., mpox screening) before travel.

For the latest details, visit:

Official Indian Visa Portal: indianvisaonline.gov.in

High Commission of India, Dar es Salaam: www.hcindiatz.gov.in