Most international visitors need a visa for India — including business travellers attending a trade fair. The fastest route is the Government of India e-Visa (e-Business for trade-fair and meeting travel, e-Tourist for short leisure stays), applied for online at indianvisaonline.gov.in and normally decided within about 72 hours, so apply at least 4 days before departure and carry the printed Electronic Travel Authorisation. Travellers not eligible for the e-Visa, or needing longer or more frequent stays, must obtain a paper business visa through an Indian mission, which typically takes 5–10 working days. Nepal and Bhutan nationals do not need a visa, and OCI cardholders do not need a separate visa; check the current nationality eligibility list on the official portal before booking. Exhibitors shipping display goods or professional equipment should confirm ATA Carnet acceptance and temporary-import paperwork with the organiser well ahead of freight cut-offs.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply online at indianvisaonline.gov.in and carry the printed Electronic Travel Authorisation. Fee shown is an approximate published band — confirm the exact amount for your nationality on the portal. Cheaper than the business category but should not be used for commercial activity at the show — use e-Business for exhibitor and buyer meetings.
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