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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Australia citizens need a visa for India?

e-Visa / ETA

Australia citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter India — applied for online before departure.

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Australia vs India: passport comparison

Australia

112

visa-free countries

Global rank: #27 · mobility 168

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85
22

countries both Australia and India can enter visa-free together

Australia + India: passport compatibility

40%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Australia and India travel together — by entry type:

22 both visa-free
24 both visa on arrival
20 both e-visa / eTA
13 both need a visa
118 access differs

Where Australia and India can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Only India is visa-free (5)

How the entry rule changed: Australia → India

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Australia → India rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

1passports gained easier entry to India
0passports saw India tighten its rules
6rule changes for the Australia passport, 4 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

India: good to know

New Delhi

Capital

Indian Rupee (INR)

Currency

India Standard Time (UTC+5:30)

Time zone

+91

Calling code

C, D, M

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else Australia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for India

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Australia citizens need a visa for India?
Australia citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter India — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Australia or India?
The Australia passport is stronger: 112 visa-free countries versus 27. Global rank: Australia #27, India #137.
Where can Australia and India citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 22 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for India?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Australia and India?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Australia passport ranking

Where else the Australia passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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