Incredible India!
INDIA
India is a colourful tapestry of history, culture, and natural wonders waiting to be explored.
Capital
New Delhi
Continent
Asia
Currency
Indian Rupee (INR)
Language
Hindi
English
Time-Zone
GST +1hr 30
Flight Time
3-4hrs
Did you know… The Taj Mahal is made entirely of white marble and is considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Interestingly, it changes colour throughout the day – it’s a soft pinkish hue in the morning, dazzling white during the day, and golden at night when lit by the moon!
THE ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Let the journey begin.
Asia is the largest and most populous continent, covering about 30% of the Earth’s land area and home to more than 4.7 billion people, roughly 60% of the global population. It is traditionally divided into several regions, including East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and Western Asia (also known as the Middle East), each with distinct cultures, languages, and historical influences.
Known for its vast diversity, Asia is home to major world economies like China, India, and Japan, as well as iconic landmarks such as the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal, and the Arabian Desert, while also being a centre of innovation, rich traditions, and some of the oldest continuous civilisations on Earth.
India has a diverse climate, ranging from tropical in the south to temperate and alpine in the north. The country experiences three main seasons: summer (March to June), monsoon (July to September), and winter (October to February).
The official currency of India is the Indian Rupee (INR), which was introduced in its modern form in 1935 under the Reserve Bank of India Act. It replaced the Indian rupee issued by the British colonial government and was standardised as part of India’s efforts to control its own monetary policy.
Parents should ensure that their child’s documents are eligible to travel to India and match the criteria below.
If your child needs a visa to travel to India, you must apply for it using the same passport that holds their UAE residency visa!
Please check all sample documents below, and relevant official checklists to ensure specific criteria are met.
Passport Validity (Minimum):
6 months after entry into India
UAE Residency Validity (Minimum):
90 days after expected return to UAE
School/College NOC Required:
Yes
Parent/Guardian NOC Required:
Yes
eVisa
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Visa Type: Double Entry
Visa Fee: Nationality Dependent (USD 0-25)
Validity: 30 days
Almost all nationalities will be required to apply for an eVisa to enter India.
Click here to learn if your child is eligible for an eVisa.
Visit the Indian immigration website to complete the required eVisa application form.
We recommend submitting the application to the Indian Embassy approximately 4-8 weeks prior to travel.
Parent/Guardian to provide:
- PDF copy of child’s biometric passport page
- Photograph of child (<3 months old)
- Previous travel history
- Previous visa information for India (If applicable)
- Contact information (home address, telephone, email)
- Contact information in country of citizenship
- Access to emails
- A credit/debit card to complete payment
Parent/Guardian to request from school:
- School no objection certificate – the NOC should include the child’s full name as per their passport, along with the details of the accompanying teacher(s).
Parent/Guardian to request from trip provider:
- Invitation letter
- Flight confirmation
- Proof of accommodation
- Full day-to-day itinerary
On average, parents/guardians will receive the eVisa via email within 3 days.
Yes, it is mandatory for your child to take a copy of the eVisa whilst travelling. We recommend that since your child is a minor travelling without you, they should also carry a parent/guardian NOC (sample below).
- Indian Embassy, UAE Website
- +971 2 449 2700
- [email protected]
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- Plot 10, Sector W-59/02, Diplomatic Area, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- BLS International: UAE - India
- +971 4 387 5667
- +971 4 387 5777
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