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India passport holders: Single entry for Tajikistan. Fee: USD 20–50 (~USD 20–50). Processing: 5-7 working days (eVisa). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available for Indians. Tourist eVisa: USD 50 (~INR 4,750) for 60-day single. GBAO (Gorno-Badakhshan) Permit needed separately (USD 20). Tajikistan attracts Indian MBBS students.
Visa types: eVisa (Tourist 60 days, single entry); Tourist Visa (embassy multi-entry); Business Visa; Work Visa; Student Visa (MBBS — university quality varies, NMC recognition issues); Family; Transit; Diplomatic. GBAO Permit separate for Pamir region.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 60 days.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Online eVisa application; Digital photo; Return ticket; Hotel booking or invitation; Bank statement (USD 50/day); Aadhaar + PAN; For GBAO/Pamir: separate permit application (USD 20); For Student (MBBS): university admission letter + apostilled academics + medical clearance + HIV test; Travel insurance recommended.
Visa types (1)
eVisa available for Indians. Tourist eVisa: USD 50 (~INR 4,750) for 60-day single. GBAO (Gorno-Badakhshan) Permit needed separately (USD 20). Tajikistan attracts Indian MBBS students.
Common rejection reasons
Common IN rejections: (1) MBBS university scrutiny — many Tajik universities not WHO/IMED-recognized; (2) NMC/FMGE recognition concerns affect student visa value; (3) GBAO permit confusion; (4) Insufficient funds; (5) Onward Afghanistan/Iran travel concerns (geographic position); (6) HIV test failure; (7) Apostille issues from India MEA; (8) Russian/Tajik language documentation.
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