Indian Citizens : No visa required. The Andaman Islands are part of India, and Indian travellers can enter with a valid government-issued ID.
International travellers: Yes. A tourist visa for India is required. Many nationalities are eligible for the e-Tourist Visa (ETA), which must be applied for online at least 4 days before arrival. (note: Recommended to apply as early as possible. i.e. as soon as your trip is confirmed)
Fly to Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IXZ) via Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru or New Delhi,. Flight time is about 2-3 hours from mainland India.
Popular domestic carriers include Air India, Indigo and SpiceJet. Air India offers higher baggage allowances, useful for anglers bringing fishing gear.
Yes, ships run from Chennai and Kolkata, but the journey takes over 2 days. Flying is faster, easier, and recommended for fishing trips.
Apply at least 3-4 weeks before travel if not eligible for the ETA. Use only official Indian Embassy or government websites to avoid delays and extra fees.
For Indian citizens: No visa is required. The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are part of India, and domestic travellers can fly to Port Blair using a valid government-issued ID (passport, driving licence, Aadhaar card, or voter ID).
For international travellers: Yes, a tourist visa for India is mandatory. Many countries (including the USA, Australia, and much of Europe) are eligible for the e-Tourist Visa (ETA). The process is simple: apply online, upload your passport and photo, pay the fee, and receive an Electronic Travel Authorization.
Key points:
Check eligibility at the official site: indianvisaonline.gov.in.
If your country is not eligible, apply through your nearest Indian Embassy or High Commission. Most applications are online, but biometric submission or passport drop-off may be required. Only use official visa centres to avoid scams. Processing usually takes 1–3 weeks.
Our operations are based in Port Blair (now called Sri Vijaya Puram), the capital of the Andamans. The gateway is Vir Savarkar International Airport (IXZ).
Airline tip: Choose Air India if you’re carrying heavy fishing tackle — they have the most generous baggage allowance. Other airlines include Indigo and SpiceJet.
Yes, passenger ships sail from Chennai and Kolkata. However, the journey takes over 2 days and is not recommended. Flying is faster, more comfortable, and ensures more time fishing.
