What is the Indian X Visa or Entry Visa?

SS Posted by: Siddharth Sethi
• 23 July, 2025
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The Indian X visa, also known as an entry visa, is issued to foreign nationals of Indian origin, including those whose parents, grandparents, or spouse are of Indian origin. The X visa or entry visa allows individuals to visit India for extended stays up to 180 days.
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  • Tanishq Raina 01 August, 2025

    The documents required for an Indian X visa or entry visa include a completed and filled application form, two recent passport-size photographs, and a valid passport with at least 180 days of remaining validity. Applicants must also provide proof of address and proof of payment with the applicant’s full name and visa type.

  • Amit Sharma 29 July, 2025

    The eligibility criteria for the Indian X visa, also known as an entry visa, are based on Indian origin and family. Individuals who currently hold an Indian passport, or those whose parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents were born in India or were permanent residents of the country, are eligible. Additionally, a foreign national married to a person of Indian origin also qualifies for an Indian X visa. or Entry visa.

  • theji26 19 March, 2026

    Hello, is it possible to an Nri to extend there're stay beyond 180 days in India if the have a valid 5 year visa? and if not would it be better to convert their tourist visa to a business visa? so they could stay longer and also set up a small business to support their stay?

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      Visament 20 March, 2026

      • No, you generally cannot stay beyond 180 days on a Tourist Visa, even if it’s valid for 5 years. That validity is for multiple entries, not continuous stay.
      • Staying longer without permission can lead to fines or visa issues.
      • Extension is rarely allowed (only for emergencies, via FRRO).
      • You cannot convert a Tourist Visa to a Business Visa inside India. You must leave India and apply again.
      • A Business Visa can allow longer stays, but only if you have a genuine business purpose.
      • Best option: If eligible, apply for an OCI card — it allows unlimited stay in India without the 180-day limit.

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