India visa requirements for Grenadians

Travel and visa requirements

Indian Visa is not required for Grenadians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • According to the visa policy in India, Grenada passport holders can visit for a duration of 90 days by applying for an electronic visa. The e-visa costs about US$80.
  • Visitors are advised to apply for the e-visa, at least four days before departure.
  • All foreigners are to show a passport valid for a period of 6 months beyond the date of arrival into India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Grenadians visiting India with firearms need an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • The import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
  • Also, the importation and exportation of the local currency of India are set at a maximum of INR 25,000.
  • Tourists need to show evidence that they have enough money to spend while in India.
  • Minors visiting India alone are required to have a consent letter signed by both parents or guardian.
  • Visitors from Grenada with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Grenada.
  • Citizens of Grenada are not required to show a certificate of yellow fever vaccination on entry into India. They are advised to get vaccinated against common illnesses before their travel in India.
  • Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Grenada. There is an international airport in Saint George’s.
  • Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, Condor, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and Air India are some of the airlines that fly from Grenada to India.
  • The estimated flight duration from Grenada to New Delhi, India is 23 hours, 10 minutes.
  • India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
  • Cows do wander freely in the streets of India even in major cities. They are harmless, so tourists are advised to give them room. Also, Indians value their cows and respecting these cows can prevent a bad relationship with the locals.
  • The official currency used in India is the Indian Rupee. Tourists can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
  • Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
  • The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
  • Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
  • India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). India is 9 hour and 30 minutes ahead of Grenada.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in India are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
  • Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is India best known for?

 India is a country which has one of the richest and vivid histories and heritage. Also, it is the 7th largest country in the world, in terms of land area. It is also famous for its spices and cuisine.

Do I need to be vaccinated against yellow fever before visiting India?

A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is not required from citizens of Grenada. However, they are advised to get vaccinated against other common illnesses before their travel.

Are there cheap hotels in India?

Depending on where in India you visiting, there are lots of cheap hotels in India. The major cities Delhi and Mumbai may not offer low budget hotels.

When is the best time to travel to India?

The best time to visit India is from October to March when the weather is more likely to be warm, sunny, and dry. During this period, tourists can easily explore the country.