🇮🇳 India visa requirements for British citizens
British citizens need an e-visa for India, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Entry rules for United Kingdom passport holders
Before traveling to India, British citizens must apply for an electronic visa through the official India government portal. Processing usually takes from a few hours to a few business days, so apply well before your flight. Print a copy of the approval to show at check-in and on arrival.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official India immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The British passport ranks #20 worldwide, opening 162 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (118 visa-free, 36 with a visa on arrival and 8 with an eTA). India is not among them — it is one of the 19 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
In the other direction, Indian citizens traveling to United Kingdom face a different rule: visa required.
Across Southern Asia as a whole, 5 of 9 destinations are open to British travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About India
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Region
- Southern Asia
- Currency
- Indian rupee (₹)
- Languages
- English, Hindi, Tamil
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Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for India?
British citizens need an e-visa for India, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Can British citizens apply online for entry to India?
Yes. India offers an online e-visa for United Kingdom passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in India?
The currency in India is the Indian rupee (₹). The capital city is New Delhi.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: e-Visa for British citizens traveling to India. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the India embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.