Mopa airport eligible for e-Visa to facilitate international travel

THE Manohar International Airport, located in MopaSince August 17, Goa International Airport has been an e-Visa-eligible point of entry. This new international airport, located in the Indian state of Goa, enables tourists and business travellers from all over the world to benefit from this facility when entering India.

e-Visa is an electronic visa application system introduced by the Indian government in 2014. It enables nationals of many countries to quickly and easily apply for a visa online, without having to visit an embassy or consulate. Travelers can obtain their visa in just a few days, without having to provide physical documents or mail their passport.

Ease of use for tourists and business travelers

With the addition of Manohar International Airport to the list of e-Visa eligible entry points, tourists and business travelers have a new option for traveling to India, with 30 airports and 5 seaports. This measure should facilitate international travel to the country, by enabling tourists and business travelers to benefit from the e-Visa system to enter India quickly and smoothly. Eligible exit points are more numerous and cover most travelers' needs.

Economic benefits for Goa

The opening of Manohar International Airport, Mopa as an e-Visa eligible entry point should also contribute to the economic development of the region. By facilitating access to the state of Goa for international tourists, this airport could encourage an influx of visitors, boosting the local economy through spending on tourism and business travel.

Gradual extension of e-Visa

The Indian government is thus aiming to facilitate international travel to its country by gradually expanding the number of entry points eligible for e-Visa. Since its introduction in 2014, e-Visa has been extended to several international airports and land border crossings, and now covers nearly 30 entry points across the country.

An undeniable success

Since its launch, the e-Visa system has been a great success with international travelers. According to official figures, the number of electronic visas issued is constantly rising:ย 10.3 million evisas were issued by India in 2022. This represents an increase of 100 % on the previous year, which was marked by the COVID-19 pandemic.. Tourism, Business, Medical or Conference: the e-Visa costs from 10 to 80 USD, excluding intermediation service fees.

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