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India entry requirements for Canadian passport holders

e-Visa required · State.gov Level 2 · Verified 2026-05-05.

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At a glance

Do Canadian passport holders need a visa for India?

e-Visa required. Apply 72-120 hours ahead; fee $25-100; 60 days per visit.

What is the State.gov travel advisory for India?

Level 2. Exercise increased caution due to crime and terrorism. Some areas have higher risk.

What's the best month to fly business class to India?

October-March (cool/dry season). Avoid May-September (monsoon + extreme heat in north).

Visa & entry

Visa requirements for Canadian passport holders entering India

CanadaIndia visa requirements summary
Visa statuse-Visa required
Maximum stay60 days per visit
Cost$25-100
Processing time72-120 hours
Passport validity6 months beyond planned departure
Blank pages2 required
Notese-Tourist.

Travel advisory

Current travel advisories for India

US State Department

Level 2

Exercise increased caution due to crime and terrorism. Some areas have higher risk.

UK GOV.UK FCDOlive · GOV.UK updated 2026-04-09

FCDO advises against travel to Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur, the India-Pakistan border. Standard precautions elsewhere.

Latest GOV.UK change: Removal of information about paper forms being available for the e-arrival card ('Entry requirements' page).

View full GOV.UK advisory →

Health & vaccinations

Health entry requirements for India

Yellow fever cert required from infected-area arrivals. Routine vaccines + Hep A, typhoid recommended for most travelers.

For comprehensive health-entry requirements always consult the destination country's health ministry and your home country's travel-medicine guidance (CDC for US; NHS Fit for Travel for UK; PHAC for Canada).

When to fly

Best months to fly business class to India

October-March (cool/dry season). Avoid May-September (monsoon + extreme heat in north).

Premium-cabin pricing is most competitive 8-12 weeks ahead of off-peak months and 14-20 weeks ahead of peak. Booking flexibility on day-of-week (Tuesday-Wednesday) typically saves 12-18% on most corridors.

Sources

Primary sources

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Canadian passport holders entering India.

Do Canadian passport holders need a visa for India?
e-Visa required. Apply 72-120 hours ahead; fee $25-100; 60 days per visit.
What is the State.gov travel advisory for India?
Level 2. Exercise increased caution due to crime and terrorism. Some areas have higher risk.
What's the best month to fly business class to India?
October-March (cool/dry season). Avoid May-September (monsoon + extreme heat in north).
How current is this information?
Verified 2026-05-05 against 1 primary sources. We re-verify quarterly. Always cross-check with the destination's official immigration portal before any visa-dependent travel — entry rules can change without notice.
What if my passport expires soon?
India requires at least 6 months passport validity beyond your planned departure date. Airlines enforce this strictly — they will deny boarding if your passport is too close to expiry. Renew at least 9 months before international travel.
Are there health entry requirements?
Yellow fever cert required from infected-area arrivals. Routine vaccines + Hep A, typhoid recommended for most travelers.
What does the UK FCDO say differently from State.gov?
FCDO advises against travel to Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur, the India-Pakistan border. Standard precautions elsewhere.

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