India Visa RequirementsFor Mali passport holders
Malian citizens are eligible for India's e-Visa (eTV). The Tourist e-Visa allows a 90-day double-entry stay and is applied for entirely online. Processing takes 3 to 5 business days.
Mali passport holders must apply for an electronic visa (eVisa) online before traveling to India.
Apply online at indianvisaonline.gov.in. Complete the form, upload a passport photo and biodata page, and pay USD 25 by card. The approved e-Visa arrives by email within 3 to 5 business days.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Mali to India: What You Need to Know
India includes Mali in its expanded e-Visa program. This has made India accessible for Malian travelers without needing to visit an Indian embassy in most cases. India and Mali have growing bilateral ties.
How to Get There
Connections from Bamako to India route through Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines) or Casablanca then to Mumbai or Delhi. Ethiopian Airlines has direct Addis Ababa to Delhi connections.
Money & Banking
India uses the Indian rupee (INR). ATMs widely available. Cards in major establishments. Cash for smaller vendors. UPI apps widely used.
Practical Tips
1. Apply at least 7 days before travel; 4 days is the minimum.
2. The e-Visa is valid from the date of first entry.
3. Entry only at designated e-Visa ports; check the official portal.
4. Print and carry the e-Visa.
5. The double-entry e-Visa cannot be extended within India.