India visa requirements for Portugueses

Travel and visa requirements

Indian Visa is not required for Portugueses

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • The government of India provides that the citizens of Portugal can visit India for a duration of 90 days by applying for an e-visa. This e-visa costs about US$80.
  • Visitors from Portugal are expected to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before departure. 
  • Tourists with the e-visa can gain entry to India through 28 airports and 5 seaports.
  • Intensive 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.
  • 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.
  • Citizens of Portugal visiting India with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • Minors visiting alone are required to have a consent letter signed by both parents or guardian.
  • Portuguese travelling to India with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Portugal.
  • Nationals of Portugal are to get treated against common illnesses before travelling to India.
  • Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Portugal. There are international airports in Lisbon and Faro.
  • Lufthansa, KLM, British Airways, Tap Air Portugal and Air France are some of the airlines that fly from Portugal to India.
  • The estimated flight time from Portugal to New Delhi, India is 12 hours, 15 minutes.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Visitors are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
  • 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. 
  • 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 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Portugal.
  • 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

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.

What foods are produced in India?

India is the world's largest producer of milk, pulses, and jute, and ranks as the second-largest producer of rice, wheat, sugarcane, groundnut, vegetables, fruit, and cotton. It is also one of the leading producers of spices, fish, poultry, livestock and plantation crops.

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.