India's New e-Arrival Card: Mandatory for Foreigners from April 1, 2026

• India introduces mandatory e-Arrival Card for foreign visitors and OCI cardholders starting April 1, 2026.
• The digital card replaces paper forms, allowing travelers to fill details online within 72 hours of arrival.
• Required information includes passport details, flight information, contact details, purpose of visit, and accommodation in India.
• Submission can be done via boi.gov.in, indianvisaonline.gov.in, or the Su-Swagatam app.
• Forgetting to fill the card won't result in bans or fines, but may lead to longer wait times and extra scrutiny at immigration.