Extending India Tourist Visa while in India

[Jit]

I am flying out to New Delhi from London for one month and this would be the last visit on my current tourist visa which I have. There may be plans to extend my stay and there is no problem apart from the fact that if I wanted to stay then my visa would expire and obviously I need a valid visa.

Is it a possible to extend my India visa on my British passport while I am in India?

Where can I get the visa extension from in India?

How long will the procedure take and how long before do I need to apply for the visa?

 

[Admin]

I am not aware of any options to extend a visitor visa. Those people who over stay have to get an exit permit which carries a little fee so I am guessing thats what you would need.

 

[RahulSai]

I don't know about extending a visitor visa, unless you have a valid and good enough reason you should be able to apply for a visa extension, but the best place to ask would be at the nearest FRRO office near you, where visa extensions are given.

 

[Gabydi]

You should not wait until your tourist visa expires, just get a new one. There’s no case in traveling if your visa is going to expire and you would need to fly home at the middle of your trip. Just get a new tourist visa before flying.

 

[Admin]

Extending an India Tourist Visa While in India – Updated 2025​

If you're in India on a tourist visa and wish to extend your stay, here’s everything you need to know about the current visa extension process in 2025.

Can You Extend a Tourist Visa in India?​

As per the latest regulations by the Bureau of Immigration (BOI) and FRRO (Foreigners Regional Registration Office):

• Standard tourist visas (e-Visa & sticker visas) are not extendable in most cases.
• Some exceptions exist for medical emergencies, unexpected travel restrictions, or humanitarian reasons.
• If eligible, extensions are granted by the FRRO (Foreigners Regional Registration Office) on a case-by-case basis.

Where & How to Apply for an Extension?​

To request an extension, follow these steps:
Apply Online via the e-FRRO portal – No physical visit is required unless asked.
Submit Required Documents, which may include:

• Application form (filled online).
• Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity).
• Current visa copy.
• Proof of residence in India (hotel booking, rental agreement).
• Justification letter explaining the reason for extension.
  Await FRRO Approval – Processing time varies from a few days to weeks.

Possible Alternatives if Extension is Denied​

If your tourist visa cannot be extended, consider these options:
Exit & Reapply – Travel to a nearby country (e.g., Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand) and apply for a fresh e-Visa.
Convert to Another Visa Type – In exceptional cases, FRRO may allow a conversion to a medical or business visa.
Overstay Penalty – Overstaying beyond your visa validity results in fines & possible blacklisting from future India visits.

Important Notes (2025 Update)​

• e-Visas are not extendable or convertible.
• COVID-era special relaxations no longer apply.
• Visa-on-arrival extensions are not permitted.

Pro Tip: Always check the latest visa policies on the official Indian Visa Website before making any travel plans!

Hope this helps! Let us know if you have any more questions.