India visa requirements for Lesothos
Travel and visa requirements
Indian Visa is not required for Lesothos
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- For a period of 90 days, citizens of Lesotho can pay a visit to India by applying for an electronic visa(e-visa). The e-visa costs about US$80.
- This e-visa allows foreigners to gain entry to India through 28 airports and 5 seaports.
- Nationals of Lesotho are advised to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before departure.
- Intending visitors are to show a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Tourists are advised to get treated against yellow fever and other common illnesses before travelling to India.
- Visitors from Lesotho with firearms require 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.
- Travellers will be required to show proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
- Tourists will also be asked to show a recent bank statement has as evidence of having enough money to spend while in India.
- Minors visiting alone are required to have a consent letter signed by both parents or guardian.
- Lesotho citizens visiting India with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Lesotho.
- Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Lesotho. There is an international airport in Maseru.
- South African, Emirates, Air Mauritius, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian are some of the airlines that fly from Lesotho to India.
- The estimated flight time from Lesotho to New Delhi, India is 15 hours.
- 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.
- 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 Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can 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.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
- 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 Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
- India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). India is 3 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Lesotho.
- Indians use a head wobble to mean "yes" or agree to something and also as a form of greeting. Learning to do this could benefit a visitor's interaction with the locals
- Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats.
- 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.
- 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 the country code of India?
The telephone code used in India is (+91) for both local and international communications.
How should I dress while in India?
India is a conservative tourist destination, so tourists are advised to wear clothing that covers most parts of their body. Although the temperature in India may be warm, you don't want to draw too much attention while walking on the streets.
What is ghee?
Ghee is quite popular in India. It is a butter made from cow's milk and used in food, medicine and even for lanterns. Although ghee is high in saturated fat, it is generally considered healthier than regular butter.
Is the tap water in India safe to drink?
The tap water in India is generally not safe for consumption, although some locals may argue otherwise. Tourists are advised to go for bottled water, which can easily be purchased from roadside stores and supermarkets.