India's 30-day tourist eVisa now allows multiple entries instead of two

Electronic visas approved since June 12 now show "multiple entries," opening the door for regional itineraries combining India with nearby countries

India has quietly upgraded its 30-day tourist eVisa to allow unlimited entries during the authorization's validity period, replacing the previous cap of just two. The shift has been visible on electronic visas approved since June 12, 2026, according to VisasNews.

The visa category, officially designated eT1 V, still permits a maximum stay of 30 days from the date of first entry. What has changed is how many times a traveler can cross into India within that window. Previously limited to two entries, the recently issued eVisas now carry the wording "Multiple entries" on the approved document.

VisasNews advises travelers to review their authorization carefully after approval, paying attention to the visa category, the deadline for first entry, the permitted length of stay, and the number of entries granted.

Why this matters for regional travel

The upgrade is especially useful for anyone planning a trip that weaves India together with neighboring destinations. Itineraries that include side trips to Nepal, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Bhutan, or other countries in the region previously required careful planning around the two-entry restriction. With multiple entries now available, travelers have far more freedom to leave and re-enter India without burning through their allocation.

Builds on December's first-entry window extension

This is the second time in six months that India has loosened the rules around its 30-day tourist eVisa. On December 18, 2025, the government extended the first-entry window from 30 days to 120 days. That means travelers now have up to four months between receiving their eVisa and actually arriving in India, giving them much more flexibility in scheduling.

The extended window does not affect how long someone can stay once they arrive. The clock on the 30-day stay still starts from the date of first entry.

Longer options for those who need them

Travelers who need more time in India can look at the one-year and five-year tourist eVisa categories, both of which already include multiple entries. The key restriction on those longer authorizations is that the total time spent in India cannot exceed 180 days in any calendar year.

What the tourist eVisa covers beyond sightseeing

The 30-day tourist eVisa is not restricted to holiday travel. It also applies to visiting friends or family, attending short-term yoga programs, certain brief volunteer placements, and informal courses lasting under six months, as long as those courses do not lead to a degree or any kind of formal qualification.

The visa cannot be extended or converted to another category once issued, and it remains subject to India's standard immigration rules. As with all Indian eVisas, holding an approved travel document does not guarantee entry. The final decision sits with immigration officers at the point of arrival.

Don't forget the e-Arrival Card

One requirement that catches some travelers off guard is the e-Arrival Card, which must be filled out online and is needed in addition to the eVisa. It has to be completed within 72 hours before arriving in India, so it cannot be done too far in advance either.