India visa for Maltese citizens

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Maltese passport holders can obtain an Indian e-Visa for tourism, business, or medical visits. The application is completed online at indianvisaonline.gov.in. You receive an electronic travel authorisation by email. Print it and carry it with your passport. On arrival, proceed to the e-Visa counter at designated airports and seaports. Check the official site for the latest updates.

What the e-Visa means

The Indian e-Visa allows Maltese citizens to enter India for short stays without visiting an embassy. It covers tourism, business, and medical visits. You must apply online before departure. The authorisation is linked electronically to your passport. It is valid for entry at specific airports and seaports only.

You cannot extend or convert an e-Visa while in India. If you plan to stay longer or work, you need a different visa from the Indian High Commission in Malta. The e-Visa is a convenient option for most short trips. Always verify the current terms on the official site.

Before travel and at the airport

Apply at least four days before your travel date. Complete the online form, upload a recent photograph and a scan of your passport bio page. Pay the fee online. You receive the electronic travel authorisation by email within a few days. Print a copy to show at immigration.

On arrival at an Indian airport, go to the e-Visa counter. Have your passport and printed authorisation ready. The immigration officer stamps your passport. You may be asked for your return ticket and proof of accommodation. Keep these documents accessible.

Arriving in big cities and travelling

Major Indian airports that accept e-Visas include Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Kochi. Several seaports also accept e-Visa arrivals. Check the official list before booking flights. If you arrive at a non-designated port, you need a regular visa.

Once inside India, you can travel freely between states and cities. Domestic flights, trains, and buses are widely available. Keep your passport with the entry stamp at all times. Some states require registration for foreign visitors; check with your hotel or local police station.

Staying longer, working or studying

The e-Visa is for short stays only. For longer visits, work, or study, you must apply for a regular visa at the Indian High Commission in Malta. This requires an in-person appointment and additional documents. Start the process well in advance.

Other visa categories include the entry visa for dependants, the student visa, and the employment visa. Each has specific requirements. Visit the official visa website or the Indian High Commission in Malta for full details. Do not overstay your e-Visa; penalties apply.

How to apply for the e-Visa

1. Go to the official e-Visa website: indianvisaonline.gov.in.
2. Select 'e-Visa' and choose the appropriate category (tourist, business, or medical).
3. Fill in the online application form with your personal and passport details.
4. Upload a recent passport-style photograph and a scan of your passport bio page.
5. Pay the visa fee online using a credit or debit card.
6. Wait for the electronic travel authorisation to be sent by email.
7. Print the authorisation and carry it with your passport when you travel.

Documents to carry

• Valid Maltese passport with at least six months validity
• Printed copy of the e-Visa approval email
• Return or onward flight ticket
• Proof of accommodation in India (hotel booking or invitation letter)
• Passport-sized photograph (digital upload required)

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