The Online Indian Visa or Indian e-Visa is an official document that permits entry into and travel within India. The Indian Visa for German citizens has been available as online application form since 2014 from the Indian Government. This visa to India allows travellers from Germany and other countries to visit India for short term stays. These short term stays range between 30, 90 and 180 days per visit depending on the purpose of visit. There are 5 major categories of electronic India Visa (India eVisa) available to citizens of Germany.