India Visa RequirementsFor Poland passport holders

Yes. Polish citizens must apply for an Indian e-Visa online before travel. The e-Tourist Visa costs USD 25 (30-day) or higher fees apply for longer durations.

Apply online at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before travel (1-2 weeks recommended). Select "Tourist e-Visa" (eTV), pay USD 25 (30-day single entry) or USD 40 (1-year multiple entry, 60 days per visit). Upload a digital passport photo and scanned passport bio page. Approval typically comes within 72 hours. Print the e-Visa approval to show at check-in and immigration.

Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before travel (ideally 1-2 weeks). Complete the form, upload a passport photo and passport scan, and pay with an international card. You will receive an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) by email.

The Golden Triangle covers Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur in a classic 7-10 day loop. Delhi (2-3 days): Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Chandni Chowk market. Agra (1-2 days): Taj Mahal at sunrise (the most powerful experience), Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri day trip. Jaipur (2-3 days): Amber Fort (elephant ride optional), Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), City Palace, Nahargarh Fort. Return to Delhi. Trains connect all three cities; book IRCTC tickets in advance.

e-Tourist Visa (30-day or 90-day options), e-Business Visa, e-Medical Visa, and e-Conference Visa are available. The 90-day e-Tourist Visa is the most popular for Polish visitors.

Vaccinations recommended: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid (especially for street food eaters), Tetanus-diphtheria. Malaria prophylaxis for some regions (Rajasthan in monsoon, northern states, Goa). The "Delhi belly" (traveler's diarrhea) is a common experience; drink only bottled or filtered water, avoid raw vegetables washed in tap water, and peel all fruit yourself. Oral rehydration salts and loperamide are useful to carry. Travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is essential.

No. e-Visa entry is limited to designated airports and seaports. These include Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM), Bangalore (BLR), Chennai (MAA), Kolkata (CCU), Hyderabad (HYD), Cochin, and others. Land border entry is not permitted on an e-Visa.

Indian Railways is one of the world's largest rail networks with 7,000+ stations and 13,000 trains daily. Classes range from unreserved (cheapest, often very crowded) to air-conditioned first class (like European trains). For tourists: 3AC (three-tier air-conditioned sleeper, comfortable, affordable) and 2AC are recommended for overnight journeys. Book via IRCTC website (requires registration) or MakeMyTrip/Cleartrip. The Rajdhani Express (Delhi to major cities) and Shatabdi Express (intercity day trains) are the premier services.

India uses the Indian Rupee (INR). The rupee is a restricted currency. Exchange at official booths at airports on arrival. Cards are increasingly accepted in cities but cash is essential for local transport, markets, and smaller establishments.

Hindu temples have specific rules for visitors: remove shoes before entering (a shoe check service is usually available), dress modestly (shoulders and legs covered), photography may be prohibited inside sanctuaries, and non-Hindus may be restricted from entering the innermost shrines of some temples (Puri's Jagannath Temple famously excludes non-Hindus entirely). At Sikh Gurdwaras (like the Golden Temple in Amritsar), cover your head with a scarf or bandana provided, remove shoes, and wash your feet. All are typically welcome.

India is generally safe for tourists in the main tourist circuits (Rajasthan Golden Triangle, Goa, Kerala). Female travelers should exercise more caution, particularly in northern cities. Keep valuables secure and avoid unlit areas at night.

Goa is India's smallest state and the most Western-influenced due to 450 years of Portuguese colonial rule (1510-1961). It has a significant Christian (Catholic) population, a laid-back beach culture, distinctly Portuguese-influenced architecture, and more liberal social attitudes than most Indian states. Alcohol is widely available, beaches are less conservative in dress code, and the nightlife (Arambol, Calangute, Baga) is lively. Goa's cuisine uniquely blends Indian and Portuguese influences: vindaloo, sorpotel, bebinca (layered coconut pudding), and Goan sausages.

The Golden Triangle refers to the tourist circuit connecting Delhi, Agra (Taj Mahal), and Jaipur. It can be covered in 5-7 days and is the most popular route for first-time visitors to India.

Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for visits to rural areas, jungle regions, and parts of northeast India. Urban areas (Delhi, Mumbai, Agra) have lower risk. Consult a travel medicine specialist before departure.