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India Visa for Canadian Citizens: 2026 Fees, Requirements, and How to Apply
Founder, Experience My India · IIT Jodhpur
Canadian citizens need a visa to visit India, and for tourism the simplest is the e-Tourist Visa, applied for online at indianvisaonline.gov.in. The 30-day costs US$25, the 1-year US$40, and the 5-year the standard US$80; there is no visa on arrival for Canadian passport holders.
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for India
Yes. All ordinary Canadian passport holders need a visa to enter India, and the e-Tourist Visa is the simplest route: fully online, no consulate visit. Diplomatic and official passports are not e-Visa eligible and must apply for a regular visa.
| Criteria | 30-day | 1-year | 5-year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Validity | 30 days from arrival | 365 days from grant | 5 years from grant |
| Entries | Double | Multiple | Multiple |
| Fee | US$25 (US$10 in April–June) | US$40 | US$80 standard |
How firm are these figures
Every fee here comes from 2026 Government of India listings, but they are not all equally settled. The 30-day (US$25, or US$10 April to June) is not in dispute, and it is the seasonal rate almost every e-Visa eligible nationality pays. The 1-year (US$40) is a flat rate identical across nearly every nationality, and the one most Canadian tourists should actually buy. The 5-year is where it is worth thirty seconds on the portal: US$80 is the standard rate a Canadian passport should pay, but a few listings note Canada-specific differences, so confirm the current figure before you pay. (confirmed on enquiry)
Can Canadian citizens get a visa on arrival in India
No. There is no visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry to India for ordinary Canadian passport holders. Apply for the e-Visa online before you fly.
How to apply
Start on the official portal
Go to indianvisaonline.gov.in, choose the e-Tourist Visa and your duration.
Enter your details
Enter your passport and travel details; upload your passport photo page (PDF) and a white-background photo (JPEG).
Pay and wait
Pay at least four days before arrival; the ETA arrives by email in about three to four working days.
Print and carry it
Print the ETA and carry it. For the full step-by-step, documents, status checks, and rejection help, see our complete India e-Visa guide.
What you need
- A Canadian passport valid at least six months from arrival with two blank pages.
- A digital scan of your passport photo page.
- A recent front-facing photo on a plain white background.
- A payment card for the fee plus the 2.5–3% bank charge.
- Apply on the passport you will travel with; renewing it later means applying again.
Flying from Canada
Canada has one of the world's largest Indian diasporas, and many Canadians combine a family visit with touring. Flights run from Toronto and Vancouver, direct or one-stop, to Delhi and beyond; peak season is October to March. When you plan with us we confirm the right visa and timing.
The only official site
indianvisaonline.gov.in is the only official India e-Visa site. Other paid "visa" sites are third parties charging more.
Sources
- Official portal: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in
- Fees verified against 2026 Government of India listings; always confirm your exact fee on the portal.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for India?
Yes, all ordinary Canadian passport holders do; most use the online e-Tourist Visa.
How much is the India visa for Canadian citizens?
US$25 for 30 days (US$10 in April–June), US$40 for one year, and US$80 for five years; confirm on the portal.
Can Canadians get a visa on arrival in India?
No; apply for the e-Visa online before travelling.
What is the only official site?
indianvisaonline.gov.in; other paid "visa" sites are third parties charging more.
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