About the India Digital Nomad Visa
India offers the No dedicated digital nomad visa. e-Tourist Visa (eTV) for short stays. Business Visa for longer engagement. for non-resident remote workers and self-employed professionals. The program lets eligible applicants live in India for Tourist e-Visa: 30 or 90 days (varies by nationality). Multiple-entry options available. Maximum consecutive stay: 90 days per visit. Maximum total stay: 180 days per year on tourist visa. while working remotely for clients or employers based outside the country.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate stable monthly income of at least the income required by the program, valid health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Check the official source for renewal options.
Tax-wise, India treats digital nomad visa holders distinctly from local residents — see the Taxes section below for the full picture.
Requirements & Eligibility
Income
No minimum income for tourist e-Visa. Business visa requires proof of business activity. No dedicated remote work or digital nomad framework exists.
Documents needed
- For e-Tourist Visa: valid passport (6+ months validity
- last 2 blank pages)
- recent passport-size photo
- bio page scan
- credit/debit card
- hotel booking for first night
- return flight booking.
How to Apply for the India DNV
Processing time: e-Tourist Visa: 3–5 business days online. Business Visa: 5–10 business days. Urgent processing available for some categories.
- 1FOR DIGITAL NOMADS (no dedicated visa):
- 2Apply for e-Tourist Visa online at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before travel.
- 3Pay fee and upload passport photo + bio page scan.
- 4Receive electronic visa via email within 3–5 business days.
- 5Enter India via approved international airport/port.
- 6For longer stays: consider Business Visa (if genuinely engaging with Indian entities) or apply for new visa category when available.
- 7No option for legal long-term remote work stay currently exists.
Application fees: Tourist e-Visa: USD $25 (30-day) or USD $40 (90-day). Business Visa: approximately USD $80–$150 depending on duration and nationality.
Official sourceVisa Duration & Renewal
Initial duration: Tourist e-Visa: 30 or 90 days (varies by nationality). Multiple-entry options available. Maximum consecutive stay: 90 days per visit. Maximum total stay: 180 days per year on tourist visa.
Renewal: Not guaranteed for this visa. Confirm renewal terms with the official source.
Taxes for Digital Nomads in India
Non-residents (under 182 days/year): taxed only on India-sourced income. Tax residency after 182 days/year. Progressive income tax up to 30% for tax residents on worldwide income.