India Travel & Visas
India Visa Fees for U.S. Citizens: Tourist, Business, Entry & eVisa Costs
How much does an India visa cost from the USA? See estimated all-in totals — government fee + VFS service + photo + shipping — for every visa category, plus estimated processing times.
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Last reviewed: July 5, 2026. Estimated costs and times for planning only — they can change. Last checked: July 5, 2026.
How much does an India visa cost from USA?
e-Tourist Visa (all-in)About $54
e-Tourist Visa
~$54
$40 gov + $2 charge + $12 photo.
e-Business / e-Medical
~$95
$80 gov + charge + $12 photo.
Regular tourist/business (10 yr)
~$216
$160 gov + $19 VFS + $12 photo + $25 courier.
Entry Visa / OCI
~$176 / ~$334
Entry Visa vs lifelong OCI card.
Estimated costs and times for planning only — they can change. Last checked: July 5, 2026.
Total India visa cost & time by category
Estimated all-in totals (government fee + service + photo + shipping) and processing times for each visa category.
Total estimated cost by visa category
| Category | Total (est.) |
|---|---|
| e-Tourist Visa (1 yr)$40 gov + $2 service + $12 photo | $54 |
| e-Business Visa (1 yr)$80 gov + $3 service + $12 photo | $95 |
| e-Medical Visa$80 gov + $3 service + $12 photo | $95 |
| Regular Tourist Visa (10 yr)$160 gov + $19 service + $12 photo + $25 courier | $216 |
| Regular Business Visa (10 yr)$160 gov + $19 service + $12 photo + $25 courier | $216 |
| Entry Visa (X)$120 gov + $19 service + $12 photo + $25 courier | $176 |
| OCI Card$275 gov + $22 service + $12 photo + $25 courier | $334 |
Total estimated time by visa category
| Category | Time (est.) |
|---|---|
| e-Tourist Visa (1 yr)1 year, multiple entry | 3–5 business days |
| e-Business Visa (1 yr)1 year, multiple entry | 3–5 business days |
| e-Medical VisaUp to 60 days, triple entry | 3–5 business days |
| Regular Tourist Visa (10 yr)Up to 10 years, multiple entry | 5–10 business days |
| Regular Business Visa (10 yr)Up to 10 years, multiple entry | 5–10 business days |
| Entry Visa (X)Up to 5 years, multiple entry | 2–3 weeks |
| OCI CardLifelong facility | 8–12 weeks |
Estimated costs and times for planning only — they can change. Last checked: July 5, 2026.
India Visa Fee Breakdown
Estimated cost line by line — government fee, VFS/service fee, photo, and shipping — plus the estimated processing time.
e-Tourist Visa (1 yr)
$54
Gov $40 · Service $2 · Photo $12 · Shipping $0
Time: 3–5 business days · 1 year, multiple entry
e-Business Visa (1 yr)
$95
Gov $80 · Service $3 · Photo $12 · Shipping $0
Time: 3–5 business days · 1 year, multiple entry
e-Medical Visa
$95
Gov $80 · Service $3 · Photo $12 · Shipping $0
Time: 3–5 business days · Up to 60 days, triple entry
Regular Tourist Visa (10 yr)
$216
Gov $160 · Service $19 · Photo $12 · Shipping $25
Time: 5–10 business days · Up to 10 years, multiple entry
Regular Business Visa (10 yr)
$216
Gov $160 · Service $19 · Photo $12 · Shipping $25
Time: 5–10 business days · Up to 10 years, multiple entry
Entry Visa (X)
$176
Gov $120 · Service $19 · Photo $12 · Shipping $25
Time: 2–3 weeks · Up to 5 years, multiple entry
OCI Card
$334
Gov $275 · Service $22 · Photo $12 · Shipping $25
Time: 8–12 weeks · Lifelong facility
Estimated costs and times for planning only — they can change. Last checked: July 5, 2026.
Photo, Shipping, SMS & Optional Costs
Passport-style photo
Free if you print to spec at home
~$12
Courier / return shipping
Regular visas via VFS (both ways)
~$25
SMS status updates
Optional VFS add-on
~$3
Premium lounge / assisted
Optional VFS add-on
~$25–$45
Document translation
Only if documents aren't in English
~$20–$40
eVisa Fee
An e-Tourist Visa (1 year) is about $54 all-in; an e-Business or e-Medical Visa is about $95 all-in, including the government fee, payment charge, and a ~$12 photo. The e-Tourist Visa runs about $54 all-in and the e-Business/e-Medical Visa about $95, applied online with no courier cost.
Tourist Visa Fee
A regular tourist visa (valid up to 10 years) is about $216 all-in: $160 government fee + ~$19 VFS/ICWF service + ~$12 photo + ~$25 courier.
Business Visa Fee
A regular business visa (valid up to 10 years) is about $216 all-in: $160 government fee + ~$19 VFS/ICWF service + ~$12 photo + ~$25 courier.
Entry Visa Fee
An Entry (X) Visa is about $176 all-in: a ~$120 government fee + ~$19 VFS/ICWF service + ~$12 photo + ~$25 courier.
OCI Fee
The OCI card is about $334 all-in: a $275 government fee + ~$22 VFS/ICWF + ~$12 photo + ~$25 courier — a one-time, lifelong facility rather than a per-trip cost.
Photo, Shipping and Optional Costs
Budget about $12 for a compliant photo and, for regular visas, about $25 for prepaid courier both ways. SMS updates (~$3) and premium/lounge services are optional add-ons.
Also compare processing times and, for Indian-origin travelers, OCI vs India visa costs.
Where to apply for your India visa
When you're ready, apply and check status on the official portals — the eVisa portal for eVisas, VFS Global for regular visas & OCI:
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an India visa cost from USA?
All-in estimates: e-Tourist ~$54, e-Business/e-Medical ~$95, regular tourist/business ~$216, Entry Visa ~$176, and OCI ~$334. Each total includes government fee, service fee, photo, and courier where applicable.
What is the India tourist visa fee?
The e-Tourist Visa is about $54 all-in (~$40 government + ~$2 charge + ~$12 photo). A regular 10-year tourist visa is about $216 ($160 government + ~$19 VFS + ~$12 photo + ~$25 courier).
Is there a VFS service fee on top of the visa fee?
Yes — regular, Entry, student, employment visas and OCI carry a VFS/ICWF service fee of about $19. eVisas are applied online and instead have a small ~$2–$3 payment charge.
How much is the photo and shipping cost?
A compliant passport-style photo is about $12 (or free if you print at home to spec). For regular visas via VFS, prepaid courier both ways is about $25.
Why might my India visa cost be a bit different?
Totals shift with the validity you pick, the visa category, and options like SMS updates or premium lounge. The estimates here cover the standard government fee, service fee, photo, and courier.
Are India eVisa fees the same for every type?
No. The e-Tourist Visa is about $40 government fee (1 year), while e-Business and e-Medical are about $80 — so all-in they're roughly $54 vs $95.
What optional costs should I budget for?
Beyond the base total, optional add-ons include SMS updates (~$3), premium lounge, and document translations. The photo (~$12) and courier (~$25) are already in the regular-visa total.
Do children pay the same India visa fee?
Broadly yes — a minor's e-Tourist Visa is ~$54 and an Entry Visa ~$176, similar to adults. Plan the same photo (~$12) and courier (~$25) for regular applications.
Are India visa fees refundable?
No — government and service fees are generally non-refundable even if refused. That's why the ~$54–$334 you pay should go with a complete, correct application.
How do I pay the India visa fee?
eVisa fees (~$54–$95) are paid online by card. Regular visa and OCI fees (~$176–$334) are paid through VFS by its accepted methods.
Written / reviewed by Deepak Middha · CA, Series 65
Last updated: July 5, 2026
Disclaimer, assumptions & sources
This tool is for general education and planning only. It does not replace advice from a CPA, attorney, financial advisor, USCIS, IRS, State Department, or other official source. Rules, limits, forms, fees, dates, and government processing information may change. Always verify before filing, investing, or making immigration, tax, or financial decisions.
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