Yes, you need a passport and tourist visa for entry into India before your flight. Depending on your country of origin, passports can take up to 16 weeks to process, so apply early if you need a passport. It’s wise to apply for your visa early. A visa can usually be had within a week’s time from your nearest India High Commission/Embassy/consulate. When you apply for your Indian Visa Your passport should have two empty pages for Visa and Emigration Stamping and is Mandatory or else your application will be rejected. Now India offers on arrival Visa for foreign nationals from 180 countries.