India visa for Canadian passport holders
A Canadian passport holder applies for an eVisa online before travelling to India for up to 30 days.
e-Tourist Visa (30-day / 1-yr / 5-yr options)
Staying longer: every India visa route
The tourist entry above is for visits. To live and work remotely in India, these are the routes the catalogue tracks — income thresholds, fees and processing times are below; the full requirements are on the country page, linked to the official source.
Verified October 14, 2026 (Eastern Time) against official sources.
| Route | Type | Stay | Income needed | Fee | Processing | Work | Residency path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Visa | student | Length of the course, up to 5 years | — | — | — | — | — |
| e-Tourist Visa (eTV) | tourist | 30 days, 1 year, or 5 years (max 180 days per calendar year) | — | — | — | — | — |
India visa questions for Canadian passport holders
Do Canadian passport citizens need a visa for India?
A Canadian passport holder applies for an eVisa online before travelling to India for up to 30 days.
Can I work remotely in India on the Student Visa?
No, work is not allowed on the Student Visa in India. It can be renewed.
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Visa rules change often — verify against the official government source linked on the India page before you travel or apply.