Delhi

Most visitors need an e-Visa obtained online before travel (available for 169 nationalities) or a traditional visa from an Indian embassy. E-Visa allows 60-day stays. Apply at least 4 days before travel at indianvisaonline.gov.in.

By Air: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is one of Asia's busiest hubs, located 16km southwest of central Delhi.

By Train: Delhi has multiple railway stations connecting to all major Indian cities. New Delhi Railway Station is the main hub.

Hindi and English are official languages. English is widely spoken in hotels, restaurants, and by educated populations. However, signage and locals in markets and residential areas may only speak Hindi. Many also speak Punjabi and Urdu.

Indian Rupee (INR). Exchange rate roughly 82-83 INR per USD. Cards accepted at hotels, malls, and upscale restaurants, but cash is essential for markets, street food, auto-rickshaws, and many small businesses. ATMs widely available - withdraw large amounts to minimize fees.

Metro: Extensive, clean, efficient network covering most of Delhi. Very affordable (10-60 INR). Get a stored-value card or tourist card. Separate cars for women during rush hours.

Uber/Ola: Widely used and affordable (50-200 INR for most trips). Much more reliable and safer than negotiating with auto-rickshaws.

Auto-rickshaws: Three-wheeled taxis. Always negotiate price before getting in or insist on meter.

Buses: Cheap but crowded and confusing for tourists.

Walking: Possible in specific areas like Connaught Place, Hauz Khas Village, or Lodhi Gardens, but pollution can be intense.

Metro: Airport Express Line to New Delhi Station (20 min, 60 INR). Clean, fast, air-conditioned.

Uber/Ola: 400-600 INR to central Delhi (45-90 min depending on traffic).

Prepaid Taxi: Available at airport (500-800 INR). Use official counters only.

Airport Bus: Cheapest option to various areas (50-100 INR, 60-90 min).