India
Real-time questions and answers from travelers and expats in India.
Recently asked
-
Which hotel in Delhi is recommended for a one- or two-night stay, and what should I check when booking?
Delhi · Housing & Rent · today
-
Can you re-enter India on an e-visa after a trip to Nepal, and is there a 2-month waiting period between entries?
General · Visas & Documents · 1 day ago
-
Which terminal does my domestic flight depart from at Delhi Airport, including Air India Express?
Delhi · Transport · 2 days ago
-
Can you carry alcohol in checked luggage on the Delhi Metro and domestic flights in India?
Delhi · Transport · 4 days ago
-
How to keep large luggage safe on overnight trains in India
General · Transport · 4 days ago
-
Which Indian visa do I need for business or work: employment visa, X visa, or business visa?
General · Visas & Documents · 4 days ago
-
Should I buy my return ticket from Goa well in advance?
General · Transport · 5 days ago
-
What is the itinerary for a 2-day Hampi tour from Goa, including pickup and return times?
General · General Tips · 6 days ago
-
Which bank cards and e-wallets are most reliable for payments in India?
General · Banking & Money · 7 days ago
-
Is it better to explore India’s Golden Triangle—Delhi, Agra and Jaipur—independently or on a guided tour?
Delhi · General Tips · 8 days ago
-
How to plan a route from Delhi to Agra and Varanasi before flying to Goa
Delhi · Transport · 8 days ago
-
How to find and order mild Indian food without too much chilli
General · Restaurants & Food · 8 days ago
-
How to fly to India with a dog or cat: import permit, documents and airline options
General · Transport · 8 days ago
-
What are the best historical sights, temples and neighborhoods to visit in Delhi in 1–2 days?
Delhi · General Tips · 9 days ago
-
How much is a taxi to Delhi airport, and is Uber cheaper than a hotel car?
Delhi · Transport · 9 days ago
-
Can tourists receive Western Union transfers in India and open a local bank account?
General · Banking & Money · 9 days ago
-
How do I get my actual Taj Mahal ticket after paying online (only a payment confirmation email arrived)?
General · General Tips · 9 days ago
-
How to find and board the right train in India, and can you buy tickets on the day of travel?
General · Transport · 9 days ago
-
Is it safe and practical to ride a motorbike in Delhi and on road trips around India?
General · General Tips · 10 days ago
-
How much does a private car cost for India’s Golden Triangle, and what are cheaper ways to get around?
General · Transport · 10 days ago
-
How to access an airport lounge during a long layover
General · Transport · 10 days ago
-
Where can I sleep for a few hours during an overnight layover at Delhi Airport Terminal 3, and how much does it cost?
Delhi · Housing & Rent · 11 days ago
-
Does eSIM work reliably across India, or is a local physical SIM better?
General · SIM & Internet · 12 days ago
-
Can you be denied entry to India because of an e-visa mistake, a previous overstay, or re-entering soon on a still-valid visa?
General · Visas & Documents · 12 days ago
-
Where to exchange US dollars for Indian rupees in Delhi, and are older US dollar bills accepted?
Delhi · Banking & Money · 16 days ago
-
Affordable, well-reviewed hotels in Jaipur and Agra
General · Housing & Rent · 16 days ago
-
Can I get an Indian business visa to start a new business, including in Goa?
General · Visas & Documents · 16 days ago
-
Can I bring packaged cheese and food into India in my checked luggage?
General · General · 17 days ago
-
How to board an Indian train with large luggage during a short station stop
General · Transport · 17 days ago
-
Can international travelers bring personal medicines, including metamizole and ibuprofen, into India?
General · Medical · 18 days ago
-
What to do if Indian e-visa is rejected or stuck in document upload loop?
General · Visas & Documents · 18 days ago
-
India visa application keeps getting rejected online — should I apply at the embassy instead?
General · Visas & Documents · 19 days ago
-
Where can foreign travelers buy and activate a SIM card in Margao, Goa?
General · SIM & Internet · 20 days ago
-
Do I need an Indian transit visa to connect through Delhi airport on a different flight (without through-checked baggage)?
General · Visas & Documents · 20 days ago
-
How long does an Indian SIM card last for tourists and can you extend it beyond 90 days?
General · SIM & Internet · 22 days ago
-
How to use trains in India: buying tickets, taking the airport metro and transporting a rental motorcycle
General · Transport · 25 days ago
-
How do I get a prepaid taxi from Goa airport to my hotel, and what does it cost?
General · Transport · 27 days ago
-
How to travel from Mumbai to Aurangabad by overnight bus and book tickets
Mumbai · Transport · 27 days ago
-
Where can I buy train tickets in India, and can tickets be waitlisted?
General · Transport · 28 days ago
-
Do I need proof of onward travel when arriving in Delhi, India, and what ticket options work if my plans are flexible?
Delhi · Visas & Documents · 29 days ago
-
How to choose affordable travel medical insurance for India and get help finding an emergency clinic?
General · Medical · 29 days ago
-
How to trade in old gold jewellery for new pieces in India, and how are gemstones valued?
General · Shopping · 29 days ago
-
Dengue vaccination and what to do if you develop symptoms while travelling in India
General · Medical · 30 days ago
-
Are mosquitoes in Goa dangerous, and how can travelers prevent dengue or malaria?
Goa · Medical · 30 days ago
-
Can international travelers buy antibiotics from pharmacies in India without a prescription or using a foreign prescription in English?
General · Medical · 32 days ago
-
When should you apply for an India e-Visa and complete the Arrival Card and Air Suvidha before your flight?
General · Visas & Documents · 33 days ago
-
Can you fly to India on an Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) ticket if your first and last names are reversed?
General · Transport · 34 days ago
-
Do international travelers need an Indian visa for an airside transit in Delhi when flying onward to Kathmandu?
Delhi · Visas & Documents · 36 days ago
-
Do I need an onward ticket for an Indian visa, and must my visa cover my entire stay?
General · Visas & Documents · 36 days ago
-
Do you need a return ticket or proof of accommodation to enter India?
General · Visas & Documents · 36 days ago