Top 7 Indian e-Visa Rejection Reasons & How to Avoid Them
Don't let your travel plans be ruined by a simple mistake. Learn why Indian visas get rejected and how to ensure 100% approval.
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Facing a visa rejection can be devastating. For the Indian e-Visa, most rejections are entirely preventable. Here are the top reasons applications are denied.
1. Passport Validity & Quality
Your passport must have at least 6 months validity. A blurry or cropped scan of the bio-page is the #1 reason for "queries" or outright rejections.
2. Background Check Failures
Disclosing previous travel to specific high-risk regions or having discrepancies in your employment history can trigger security flags.
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One small mistake — a name that doesn't match your passport, the wrong occupation, a non-compliant photo, or the wrong visa category — can get your India e-Visa rejected or frozen in review for weeks. Government fees are non-refundable, a rejection can flag your passport for future applications, and most travelers only find out after they've paid and their flight is days away.
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About the Author
Falguni Patel
Former Indian Consular Officer, Toronto
"Former consular officer at the Indian mission in Toronto, Canada, with first-hand experience processing visa and travel-document applications. Now guides international travelers through the Indian e-Visa process."
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What are the most common Indian e-Visa rejection reasons?
The most common causes are a non-compliant photo, a blurry or cropped passport bio-page scan, a passport with less than 6 months validity, mismatched personal details, and choosing the wrong visa type for your travel purpose.
Can I reapply after an Indian e-Visa rejection?
Yes. There is no formal limit on reapplications. Fix the issue that caused the rejection — usually the photo, passport scan, or a data error — and submit a fresh application with the corrected details.
Will I get a refund if my Indian e-Visa is rejected?
Government e-Visa fees are generally non-refundable even if the application is rejected, which is why it is important to submit an accurate, compliant application the first time.
How do I avoid Indian e-Visa rejection?
Use a compliant white-background photo, upload a clear full passport bio-page scan, ensure your passport has 6+ months validity, double-check that every detail matches your passport exactly, and select the correct visa category.
Official Sources
- Government of India e-Visa portal: indianvisaonline.gov.in
- Bureau of Immigration, India: boi.gov.in
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