Starting my India e-visa application this week. I found the official Indian government portal but it is lagging so much, thinking of using iVisa since someone recommended it. Either way I just want to know what documents I need to have ready
Here’s what you’ll typically need to have ready for an India e-visa application: a scanned copy of your passport bio page (clear, in colour, all four corners visible), a recent passport-style photo with a white background, a valid email address for correspondence, and a debit or credit card to pay the fee online. For a tourist e-visa you generally won’t need hotel bookings or onward flight tickets, though having your rough itinerary in mind doesn’t hurt.
The photo requirements can be a common sticking point. Make sure it’s square, recent, and has a plain white background with no glasses or head coverings (unless for religious reasons).
As for the portal lag, I’ve heard that too. iVisa (https://ivisa.com) is a solid alternative if you want a smoother experience. They’ll prompt you for exactly the same documents and double-check everything before submitting. Either way, get your passport scan and photo sorted first and you’ll be ready to go: https://indianevisa.com