Visa Information
Apply for an Indian Visa from Edmonton
Canadian citizens traveling to India from Edmonton need a visa. The e-Visa is the most convenient option:
- Apply online at the Indian e-Visa website.
- Options: 30-day e-Tourist Visa ($25 USD), 1-year ($40 USD), or 5-year ($80 USD).
- Requirements: Passport (valid 6+ months), digital photo, credit/debit card.
- Processing: 2-4 business days; apply at least 4 days before travel.
- Tip: Double-check your passport number—errors delay approval!
Apply for e-Visa
Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
For those of Indian origin, an OCI card offers lifetime visa-free travel:
- Apply via the OCI Services Portal.
- Cost: ~$275 CAD + processing fees; submit at the Indian Consulate (Vancouver/Toronto).
- Requirements: Proof of Indian ancestry (e.g., old passports), current passport, photos.
- Processing: 6-8 weeks; plan ahead!
- Benefit: No visa renewals, plus work/travel rights in India.
Apply for OCI