India visa requirements for Frenchs

Travel and visa requirements

Indian Visa is not required for Frenchs

Stay Duration: 60 days

Entry Requirements

  • France passport holders planning to visit India will have to apply for Indian e-visa for a duration of 60 days.
  • The Indian e-visa costs a fee of $80.
  • To obtain your Indian e-visa, you have to apply through the Indian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website.
  • Having met all the requirements demanded upon your e-visa application, your Indian e-visa will be processed within 5 working days.
  • To visit India, your international passport must be valid for at least six(6) months above the date of your entry into the country, and you must leave at least two blanked pages on your passport for necessary stampings.
  • Your Indian e-visa application print out form is required when you arrive in India.
  • Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of accommodation when you arrive in India.
  • Proof of round-trip or onward ticket should be made available before your arrival into the country.
  • Airport tax is not levied either on entering or exiting the country's airports.
  • Your French national Identity (ID) card is required.
  • Indian standard time zone is (GMT+5:30), while that of France is (GMT+1). This means that India is 4 hours, 30 minutes ahead of France.
  • The time taken averagely to reach Delhi, India from Paris, France is 8 hours, 25 minutes.
  • Airlines flying to Delhi, India from Paris, France are Air France, Air India.
  • The telephone code used in India is (+91) for both local and international communications.
  • The official currency of India is Indian Rupee(INR), while Indian capital is Delhi.
  • Importation and exportation of the Indian currency up to INR 25,000 is permissible except for the citizens of Bangladesh and Pakistan not living in India.
  • Foreign currency up to INR 25,000 imported in the country must be declared to the customs upon your arrival.
  • Your luggage is cleared at your first entry into the Indian airport, except passengers transiting to a destination that is not India.
  • For arms and ammunition importation, an import permit is required from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • WPC license issued by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology is required for the importation of remote-controlled drones and helicopters.
  • Importation of Pets into the country requires a health certificate. Examination will be conducted on all pets imported into the country by the Quarantine Officer.
  • India is known for its birthplace of some religions that are even existing to date.
  • India is known as the land of spirituality and philosophy. For this reason, the contribution of India to today's world spirituality cannot be overemphasized.
  • India has about 15 international airports in different parts of the country, some of them include Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), New Delhi, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), Mumbai,  Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), Kolkata, Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), Bangalore, Chennai International Airport (MAA), Chennai, etc..
  • Travellers who are visiting India through the Indian e-visa can enter India through the Indian 28 airports (some mentioned above) and 5 seaports.
  • An average of $60 USD per day can cater for your expenses in India.
  • Multiple religions are practised in India while Hinduism accounts for 80% of its population practitioners. Other religions such as Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, Jainism, Zoroastrianism and Judaism are practised by the rest of the population.
  • Plugs and sockets used in India are of type D and C. Type D has 3 pin connections, while Type C (a.k.a. Europlug) has 2 pin connections. The power voltage in the country is 230 Volts and 50Hz.
  • Aloo gobi, butter chicken, rogan josh, samosa, tandoori chicken, kofta, naan etc., are some of the delicacies you will, later on, reminisce about after visiting India. Their spiciness is just so extraordinary.
  • Taj Mahal's iconic domed Mughal Mausoleum, Amber Palace's 16th-century hilltop fort and palace, Red Fort's iconic 1600s imperial residence, Hawa Mahal's pink/red sandstone and Palace of the Winds etc., are some of the fascinating sites to explore when in India.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use US dollars in India?

No, India does not accept dollars, and those who plan on traveling there will need to exchange their currency into Indian rupees.

Which Indian food is popular among the foreigners and why?

The most popular Indian food is butter chicken which is loved by foreigners. A great combination of thick cream and spices, butter chicken is popular both in India and across the globe.

What is Indian famous for?

India is known for Culture (India is probably the most culturally diverse country in the world), Cricket (India has one of the most cricket frenzy populations in the world), Festivals (India celebrates more festivals than probably any other nation in the world), Spirituality and Jewelry. 

Is India a friendly country?
Yes. India has friendly relations with several countries in the developing world. It has close strategic and military relationships with most of the fellow major powers.