WHAT IS AN E-VISA OR ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION (ETA)? IS IT A VISA ON ARRIVAL?
The e-visa format resembles a visa on arrival, but is not exactly the same. The applicant needs to submit their India visa forms and pay the necessary fees online. The applicant would be informed online if the electronic tourist visa is granted or not.
You don’t have to courier your passport or visit an India Embassy or consulate. Once the visa is granted, which you’ll be notified via email, you could board your plane. The tourist visa will be stamped on your passport on arrival.
While similar, it’s still not exactly a visa on arrival, as you still have to apply before you arrive in India. However, it’s a lot less cumbersome than sending passports or having to line up outside an Indian Embassy/consulate.
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