India visa for German citizens

Passport

Germany

Destination

India

Germany passport holders need a visa for India, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Answer e-Visa

Yes, an e-Visa is required

Entry requirement: e-Visa
Maximum stay: Set by the visa
Apply before travel: Yes
Last updated: February 2026

What Germany passport holders need to do

Apply on the destination's official e-Visa portal.
Upload a passport scan and a photo, then pay the fee online.
Save or print the approved e-Visa and present it at the border.

Germany is one of 157 passports in the “e-visa” group for India. See the full India visa requirements for every passport.

Easier alternatives in Asia for Germany passport holders

India is one of 18 destinations in the “e-visa” group for the Germany passport, which ranks #3 worldwide with a mobility score of 165. Of 50 destinations in Asia, 41 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.

Destination	Requirement	Max stay
Armenia	Visa-free	180 days
Brunei	Visa-free	90 days
China	Visa-free	30 days
Georgia	Visa-free	360 days
Hong Kong	Visa-free	90 days
Israel	Visa-free	90 days
Japan	Visa-free	90 days
Kazakhstan	Visa-free	30 days
Kyrgyzstan	Visa-free	60 days
Macau	Visa-free	90 days
Malaysia	Visa-free	–
Mongolia	Visa-free	30 days

All visa-free countries for the Germany passport

Frequently asked questions

Do German citizens need a visa for India?

Germany passport holders need a visa for India, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Can German citizens apply for India visa online?

Yes. Germany passport holders are eligible for an e-Visa to India, so the application can be completed online without visiting an embassy.

Do India citizens need a visa for Germany?

India passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Germany.

India visa requirements for other passports

Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of India before you book.