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Government of India adds 11 new entry points to e-visa network

The Indian government has expanded its e-visa network by adding 11 new immigration entry points, bringing the total number of designated ports to 88. The new locations include nine land ports and two airports, aimed at facilitating travel for foreign nationals holding e-visas. The expansion covers various border and transit points across the country, including facilities in Bhopal and Tirupati.

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What Happened

The Ministry of Home Affairs has officially notified 11 new international entry points for foreign travelers holding e-visas. The expansion includes two airports located in Bhopal and Tirupati, alongside nine land ports. The land ports identified for the new e-visa access include Attari, Darranga, Gede, Ghojadanga, Haridaspur, Jaigaon, Dawki, Moreh, and Agartala.

This initiative increases the total number of authorized immigration entry points in India to 88. The move is part of a broader framework intended to streamline the entry process for international visitors under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025.

Key Facts

  1. The e-visa network has been expanded to include 11 new entry points.
  2. The total number of designated immigration ports in India is now 88.
  3. The new entry points include two airports in Bhopal and Tirupati.
  4. Nine land ports were added to the list of authorized entry locations.
  5. The expansion is governed by the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025.

The Timeline5

Every article on this story, in the order it was filed. We do not rank the outlets.

  1. 10 Aug

    1. UjAmar Ujala
      E-Visa: क्या ई-वीजा पर भारत आना अब होगा आसान? सरकार ने जोड़े 11 नए इंटरनेशनल पोर्ट, दो एयरपोर्ट भी शामिल
    2. HTHindustan Times
      India adds 11 ports to e-Visa network, taking total entry points to 88
    3. MiMint
      India expands e-visa network to 88 ports: Check out 11 new immigration points
    4. NDNDTV
      Centre Notifies 11 New International Ports For Foreigners With E-Visas
    5. HiThe Hindu
      11 new entry points added for foreigners to enter India: Home Ministry

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  • English4 outlets
  • Hindiहिन्दी1 outlet

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7 states with local coverage. Concentrated in the North. Also carried by 4 national mastheads.

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