🇮🇳 India visa requirements for Austrian citizens
Austrian citizens need an e-visa for India, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Entry rules for Austria passport holders
Before traveling to India, Austrian citizens must apply for an electronic visa through the official India government portal. Processing usually takes from a few hours to a few business days, so apply well before your flight. Print a copy of the approval to show at check-in and on arrival.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official India immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Austrian passport ranks #12 worldwide, opening 164 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (124 visa-free, 32 with a visa on arrival and 8 with an eTA). India is not among them — it is one of the 15 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
In the other direction, Indian citizens traveling to Austria face a different rule: visa required.
Across Southern Asia as a whole, 6 of 9 destinations are open to Austrian travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About India
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- New Delhi
- Region
- Southern Asia
- Currency
- Indian rupee (₹)
- Languages
- English, Hindi, Tamil
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Frequently asked questions
Do Austrian citizens need a visa for India?
Austrian citizens need an e-visa for India, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Can Austrian citizens apply online for entry to India?
Yes. India offers an online e-visa for Austria passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in India?
The currency in India is the Indian rupee (₹). The capital city is New Delhi.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: e-Visa for Austrian citizens traveling to India. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the India embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.