What happened: Ministry of Home Affairs expands e-visa entry ports
The Government of India, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, notified 11 more International Ports to enable entry into India for foreigners holding an e-visa. The newly added ports include 9 land ports and 2 airports.
The Ministry of Home Affairs communication states that, with the latest additions, the total number of international ports enabling entry of e-visa holders increased to 88, comprising 37 airports, 38 seaports, and 13 land ports.
Current e-visa entry port totals and categories
As per the Ministry of Home Affairs list, the e-visa entry points are spread across three categories: airports, seaports, and land ports.
E-visa entry ports total: 88 = 37 airports + 38 seaports + 13 land ports.
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