India Entry Guide: Visa & Arrival Tips to Avoid Pitfalls

✍️ Visa application is the first hurdle for entering India—fill out forms wrong or show up without an appointment, and your trip is wasted! This ultra-detailed guide will help you nail it.
Also covers flight/cruise arrival procedures—bookmark to stay on track! 👣

Flight Arrival ✈️
🔹 Major airports: Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM), Bangalore (BLR)
🔹 Process: Deplane → Queue at foreigner channel → Submit passport + visa + arrival card → Answer purpose of visit/accommodation → Collect luggage → Customs check/declaration (if needed) → Welcome to India!

Cruise/Ferry 🛥️
🔹 Main ports: Mumbai, Cochin, Mormugao, Chennai, New Mangalore
🔹 Luggage declared collectively by ship; individuals must disembark with visa + arrival card

📝 Visa Application Steps
1️⃣ Online Form
⚠️ MUST be filled in ALL CAPS in English!
📌 Complete the form, print & sign
📌 Prepare documents as instructed
2️⃣ Mandatory Appointment + Biometrics
⛔ No walk-ins—you’ll be turned away!
🔹 Book via India Visa Center’s official site
🔹 In-person fingerprinting + photo required
🔹 Cash accepted for all fees

📄 Entry Document Checklist
✅ Passport: >6 months validity + 2 blank pages
✅ Visa
✅ Return ticket + hotel booking: Print English copies! Business visa requires invitation letter
✅ Proof of funds: Random checks! Carry cash + bank card

🆘 Emergency Contacts
👮🏻 Police: 100
🧑🏻‍🚒 Fire: 101
🚑 Ambulance: 102

✌️ Master the visa process, pack your documents, and your India adventure begins smoothly!
Got visa form questions or arrival tips? Share in the comments!
Wishing you a hassle-free entry and amazing travels! 💕