Asia > India: Covid-19 and Travel

Present Situation
Total cases: 44.7 millions
Active cases: 5 738
Recovered: 44.1 millions
Deaths: 530 73
Vaccination count: 1 B
Current trend: Declining
Data updated on 2023-01-22
Summary of the situation
Not required
Masks are recommended
Provisions for travellers
Entry to the territory: Allowed
India’s borders are now open to tourists.
Travelers are advised to carry a copy of their vaccination certificates.
Effective February 13, 2023, India will no longer require all incoming airline passengers from China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Thailand to undergo mandatory RTPCR tests before their departure for India.
Two percent of all international passengers are selected for random RTPCR testing upon their arrival to India.
Tests: Not required
Quarantine: Depends
Quarantine is required for some travelers.
Information updated on 2023-03-15.
Action taken in the country
Lockdown: Partial
The wearing of facial/cloth masks is compulsory in all public places. There are limitations on large gatherings. You may be penalised if you violate restrictions.
COVID-19 cases are currently low and falling across the country. Indian States are relaxing restrictions, including night and weekend curfews, and slowly reopening educational institutions. There still might be the requirement to present COVID-19 negative tests to enter some states, random testing in public areas including at airports, stations, malls and restaurants. You should monitor local media and follow any procedures put in place by local authorities. Before undertaking inter-state travel in India you should check the latest entry requirements and other testing/quarantine restrictions. Strict restrictions are in place in containment zones.
Mask use
Masks are recommended
Gatherings: Partially Allowed
COVID-19 negative tests is required to attend the Events & gatherings.
Restaurants and bars: Open with restrictions
Shops: Open
Tourist attractions: Open