Check the visa or eVisa rules for your passport only on the Government of India portal. Eligible eVisa applicants normally need a passport valid for at least six months when applying, an onward or return ticket, and an approved ETA before travel. Foreigners and OCI cardholders can submit the free e-Arrival card online within 72 hours before arrival; it is not a visa. India is highly digital, but ordinary Paytm and Google Pay India accounts generally depend on Indian banking. Carry working physical cards and modest rupee cash. UPI One World wallets for visitors exist, but onboarding, loading, fees, merchant-only QR limits and refunds vary, so treat them as optional rather than essential. At airports, use an official prepaid counter, a signed app pickup zone or a transfer arranged by your accommodation. Match the vehicle and driver, share the trip and avoid hailing alone at night. Transport, ticketing and language needs change sharply by state and city. Confirm local rules, download maps and save addresses in the local script. Check a current government travel advisory for every destination, including regional restrictions, weather and health requirements. Call 112 for police, fire or medical emergencies. The multilingual tourist helpline is 1363 or 1800-11-1363.
A UPI One World wallet built for international visitors, funded from eligible foreign cards after identity checks.
A visitor-focused UPI wallet for eligible foreign nationals and NRIs after in-person verification.
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