NAMASTE & WELCOME TO INCREDIBLE INDIA
Everything you need for a confident arrival: official forms, visa guidance, customs information, practical travel tips and trusted government links.
Information reviewed: 27 October 2026
We look forward to welcoming you to India. This guide is designed to help HI TOURS GROUP guests prepare for a smooth journey. Please complete the applicable entry formalities before departure and keep copies of important documents readily accessible.
01 / BEFORE YOU FLY
Complete these steps before departure. Where indicated, the forms are free government services.
Confirm that you hold the correct visa, OCI card or other valid entry authorisation for your nationality and purpose of travel. Check that your passport meets the requirements for your visa category.
For e-Visa applicants, the official portal may require at least six months' passport validity on arrival and two blank pages. Travel only once your ETA shows GRANTED; carry a copy.
Official e-Visa information ↗Foreign nationals and OCI cardholders should submit the online e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before arrival. This is an arrival-information declaration, not a visa.
Have your passport, arrival details and first accommodation address ready. Keep the confirmation on your phone or printed. Free of charge.
Complete e-Arrival Card ↗International passengers arriving in India must complete the online Passenger Health Self-Declaration. The form can be submitted up to 24 hours before arrival, preferably before boarding.
Save the downloaded declaration for the travel health desk or immigration counter. Free of charge.
Complete health declaration ↗02 / WHEN YOU LAND
For customs rules and declarations, see the official links below.
03 / YOUR DESTINATION AT A GLANCE
Cards and digital payments are widely used, but some smaller establishments prefer cash. Exchange money at banks or authorised money changers, and retain receipts.
India's climate varies significantly by region and season. Pack comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and clothing suited to your route. Check official weather updates before travel.
Drink safe bottled or properly filtered water, take sensible food-hygiene precautions and carry personal medication in its original packaging with appropriate prescriptions. Comprehensive travel insurance is recommended.
Check roaming or eSIM options before departure. Dress respectfully at places of worship, remove footwear where required and seek permission before photographing people or sensitive sites.
04 / OFFICIAL INFORMATION
These resources lead to government and official service websites. The links below are for information and self-service; HI TOURS GROUP is not affiliated with these government portals.
05 / HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT
India's all-in-one emergency number for police, fire and medical emergencies.
Emergency response service ↗24/7 government multilingual tourist helpline. Alternative: 1800 11 1363.
Ministry of Tourism helpline ↗For on-ground assistance and in-trip support, use your assigned representative's phone number printed on your travel voucher.
Your local team is here to help.
06 / DESTINATION-SPECIFIC ADVICE
Foreign visitors to Sikkim generally require a Restricted Area Permit (RAP), subject to nationality/origin-specific exceptions and prior clearances. Certain destinations also require a Protected Area Permit (PAP). Some areas are not open to foreign travellers, and special advance permission may be needed.
Please keep ready a passport copy, valid Indian visa / e-Visa copy, two passport-size photographs and your original passport for verification, as applicable. Some travellers may need prior approval. HI TOURS GROUP will assist with applicable permit arrangements, subject to approval by the authorities.
Disclaimer: This page provides general travel guidance, not an entry permit or guarantee of admission. Visa, health, customs and protected-area requirements depend on nationality, itinerary and current government rules and may change without notice. Travellers must comply with official instructions and verify requirements before departure. Information reviewed on 27 October 2026.