How Indian passport holders get a visa for Tajikistan: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — apply online via evisa.tj
- Government fee: USD 30 (~₹2,500) single-entry tourist eVisa. USD 50 multiple-entry. Optional GBAO permit add-on for Pamir Highway / Murghab region.
- Processing time: 3–5 business days. Apply 7–30 days before entry (not earlier than 30 days).
- Maximum stay: Visa valid 90 days from issue; maximum stay 60 days per entry.
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 78/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-style photo (white background)
- Confirmed return / onward ticket
- Hotel booking or invitation letter
- Email + card for online payment
- If Pamirs: tick the GBAO permit box during application
How & where to apply
Apply on the official Tajikistan e-Visa portal — evisa.tj. Entirely online. If visiting the Pamirs / GBAO region, request the GBAO permit during the same application (it's a free add-on). Tajikistan e-Visa (official, evisa.tj)
Transit & connections
No transit visa needed for an airside connection through Dushanbe (DYU).
How Tajikistan compares in Central Asia & the CIS
With an ease score of 78/100 this is one of the smoother applications for Indians. Tajikistan uses an online e-visa for Indian passport holders — no embassy visit is needed at application time.
| Country | Visa type | Government fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇹🇯 Tajikistan | eVisa — apply online via evisa.tj | USD 30 (~₹2,500) single-entry tourist eVisa. USD 50 multiple-entry. Optional GBAO permit add-on for Pamir Highway / Murghab region. | 3–5 business days. Apply 7–30 days before entry (not earlier than 30 days). |
| 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan | Visa-free — 14 days | No government visa fee | Stamped on arrival at immigration |
| 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan | eVisa — apply online before travel | US$20 single-entry / US$35 double-entry / US$50 multiple-entry (approx ₹1,700 / ₹2,950 / ₹4,200) | Usually 2–3 working days; apply at least 3 working days before travel |
| 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan | ASAN eVisa — apply online before travel | US$25 standard (₹2,100) / US$60 urgent (₹5,000) — both include US$5 service fee | 3 working days standard; 3 hours urgent |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | Unified eVisa — apply online before travel | US$52 (approx ₹4,400), non-refundable if refused | Within 4 calendar days from submission |
| 🇬🇪 Georgia | Sticker visa — or visa-free if you hold US/UK/Schengen visa | Approx US$25–US$80 depending on entries/duration; long-stay categories higher | Around 10 working days from a complete submission |
| 🇦🇲 Armenia | eVisa — apply online (or visa-free for Indians with US/EU/Schengen/GCC residence permit, until 1 July 2026) | 21-day eVisa USD 8 (~₹670). 120-day eVisa USD 38 (~₹3,200). Visa-free entry under the residence-permit concession is free. | 3 business days from the next business day after submission. |
Fees and processing times are indicative and change with exchange rates and season — always confirm on each country's official source before applying.
Good to know
Only apply on evisa.tj — many lookalike sites charge inflated fees. The free GBAO add-on is essential for the iconic Pamir Highway road trip. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://www.evisa.tj/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Tajikistan?
eVisa — apply online via evisa.tj. Only apply on evisa.tj — many lookalike sites charge inflated fees. The free GBAO add-on is essential for the iconic Pamir Highway road trip. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Tajikistan visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 2 blank pages; Recent passport-style photo (white background); Confirmed return / onward ticket; Hotel booking or invitation letter; Email + card for online payment; If Pamirs: tick the GBAO permit box during application
How long does a Tajikistan visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: 3–5 business days. Apply 7–30 days before entry (not earlier than 30 days).. Government fee: USD 30 (~₹2,500) single-entry tourist eVisa. USD 50 multiple-entry. Optional GBAO permit add-on for Pamir Highway / Murghab region.. Maximum stay: Visa valid 90 days from issue; maximum stay 60 days per entry..
How do Indians apply for a Tajikistan visa?
Apply on the official Tajikistan e-Visa portal — evisa.tj. Entirely online. If visiting the Pamirs / GBAO region, request the GBAO permit during the same application (it's a free add-on). Official source: https://www.evisa.tj/
Is a Tajikistan visa hard to get for Indian citizens?
With an ease score of 78/100 this is one of the smoother applications for Indians. No interview is normally required.
Can Indians get a Tajikistan visa online or on arrival?
Tajikistan uses an online e-visa for Indian passport holders — no embassy visit is needed at application time.
More visas nearby
← All visa guides for Indian travellers · Get expert help with your Tajikistan visa