Travelling to India: Everything you need to know about rupees and visas

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Most cities, such as Agra, home of the Taj Mahal, accept plastic (AFP)

Q My husband and I are travelling to India this November. I know that, as British citizens, we’re entitled to an eVisa – but even this seems fraught with complications. There are horror stories online of situations where the visa has been refused because of some tiny error, causing people to have to pay again, or problems with payment not going through properly.

I have seen a company called ivisa.com recommended by various travellers and bloggers. Apparently they charge a fee, but they check the application and if it is refused for any reason, they re-submit the application at their expense. But I’m concerned about using a third party. Can you recommend ivisa.com? Or have you any other advice to offer? Obviously November isn’t all that far away, so I’m eager to get this sorted out soon.

Kim S