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# 8 South Asian Countries With the Fastest E-Visa Processing Times — and How to Apply
- URL: https://www.techloy.com/8-south-asian-countries-with-the-fastest-e-visa-processing-times-and-how-to-apply/
- Published: 2026-02-03T12:14:43.000Z
- Updated: 2026-02-03T12:14:43.000Z
- Description: These eight countries offer the shortest e‑visa wait times, making last‑minute trips easier than ever.
- Author: David Adubiina
- Tags: / Career Guide, Global Talent Visa

[Visa](https://www.techloy.com/tag/visa-application/) renewals can be a hassle in many countries. Sometimes delays can be the difference between missing a potential investor and job opportunities. To reduce delays, immigration services have introduced e-visas, allowing travelers to apply online and cut down the wait. 

In South Asia, some countries have made the process quick and straightforward, letting you get your travel documents in a fraction of the time. 

Here are eight countries in the region with the shortest e-visa processing times. 

## /1\. Sri Lanka 

![the flag of sri is flying high in the sky](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1673886966210-a9cd9923048c?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDJ8fFNyaSUyMExhbmthJTIwZnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3NzAxMTg0NzF8MA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=2000)

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**Application Fee:** The standard, non-resident Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) fee is $20 to $55, depending on the nature of the trip. 

**Processing Timeline:** Usually within 24–48 hours, but can take up to 4 days if additional verification is needed. 

**Applicable Visa:** This applies to tourists, digital nomads, business, and transit visas. 

**Visa Validity:** Valid for 30 days from the date of arrival, which can be extended for up to six months. 

**Application Method:** Fully online via the official [Sri Lanka eTA Portal](https://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/visainfo/center.jsp?locale=en%5FUS) 

**Proof of Fund:** At least $1,000–$2,000 to cover expenses for the short stay. 

**Family Inclusion:** While applying for an E Visa, families can be included, but each person needs a separate application, often managed within a group application process. 

## /2\. Malaysia 

![raised Malaysia flag during daytime](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1565695296784-4c1927215fe5?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDl8fE1hbGF5c2lhJUMyJUEwJUMyJUEwZmxhZ3xlbnwwfHx8fDE3NzAxMTg1MjF8MA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=2000)

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**Application Fee:** RM 105 ($ 25). 

**Processing Timeline:** Typically, 48 hours on working days. 

**Applicable Visa:** Applicable for short-term tourism, business, or social visits. 

**Visa Validity:** Valid for 3 months, allowing a maximum stay of 30 days. 

**Application Method:** Fully online via [Malaysia Visa portal](https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/). 

**Proof of Fund:** Around $2,000 to cover expenses for the period of stay. 

**Family Inclusion:** Allows dependents, but each person needs a separate application, often managed within a group application process. 

## /3\. Singapore 

![white and red flag](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1562300735-b1f7f50e774b?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDF8fFNpbmdhcG9yZSVDMiVBMGZsYWd8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzcwMTE4NTgwfDA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=2000)

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**Application Fee:** Fee is around SGD 30 ($25). 

**Processing Timeline:** Can take 3 to 5 working days, though some may take longer.

**Applicable Visa:** Applicable to tourist, remote workers, social visit, and short-term business visas for citizens of Assessment Level I and II countries 

**Visa Validity:** Valid for 9 weeks to 1 year, depending on the issuance, and allows for multiple entries. 

**Application Method:** Fully online via the [Submission of Application for Visa Electronically](https://www.ica.gov.sg/news-and-publications/newsroom/media-release/637) (SAVE) 

**Proof of Fund:** At least SGD 100–150 ($80 to $118) per day to cover expenses for the period of stay. 

**Family Inclusion:** Allows dependents, but each person needs a separate application, often managed within a group application process. 

## /4\. Thailand 

![a red, white and blue flag flying in the wind](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1707059157836-7e9869c23ebb?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDF8fFRoYWlsYW5kJUMyJUEwJTIwZmxhZ3xlbnwwfHx8fDE3NzAxMTg2MjJ8MA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=2000)

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**Application Fee:** $169 to $299, depending on entries. 

**Processing Timeline:** Takes 5–10 working days. 

**Applicable Visa:** Applicable to short-term tourism, business, digital nomads or social visits. 

**Visa Validity:** Valid for 180 days, allowing a maximum stay of 60 days. 

**Application Method:** Fully online via [Thailand eVisa portal](https://thaievisa.go.th/). 

**Proof of Fund:** Minimum of 20,000 THB ($700) for the period of stay. 

**Family Inclusion:** Allows dependents, but under the Non-Immigrant O (Family) category or by adding dependents to a primary applicant's account. 

## /5\. Vietnam 

![A red and yellow flag on a white pole](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1727096665427-020d43e77ade?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDEwfHxWaWV0bmFtJUMyJUEwJUMyJUEwZnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3NzAxMTg2NTV8MA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=2000)

Photo by [Hưng Phạm](https://unsplash.com/@seoling) / [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm%5Fsource=ghost&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=api-credit)

**Application Fee:** $25 for a single-entry visa and $50 for a multiple-entry visa. 

**Processing Timeline:** Processing takes 3-5 working days. 

**Applicable Visa:** Applicable to short-term tourism, business, or social visits. 

**Visa Validity:** Valid for a maximum of 90 days, allowing single or multiple entries. 

**Application Method:** Fully online via [Vietnam E-Visa portal](https://evisa.gov.vn/). 

**Proof of Fund:** Around $1,000 to $2,000 to cover expenses for the period of stay. 

**Family Inclusion:** Every traveler visiting Vietnam, including children of any age, must have their own individual Vietnam e-visa and separate passport. 

## /6\. Indonesia 

![a red white and black flag flying in the air](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1710996655126-965234821bc9?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDJ8fEluZG9uZXNpYSVDMiVBMCVDMiVBMGZsfGVufDB8fHx8MTc3MDExODY5MXww&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=2000)

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**Application Fee:** IDR 500,000 ($30). 

**Processing Timeline:** Ranges from 2 to 7 working days 

**Applicable Visa:** Applicable to tourism, work, business, or social visits. 

**Visa Validity:** Valid for a maximum of 90 days, with a stay duration of 30 or 60 days, depending on the type. 

**Application Method:** Fully online via [Indonesia E-Visa portal](https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/). 

**Proof of Fund:** Minimum of $2,000 to cover expenses for the period of stay. 

**Family Inclusion:** It allows you to manage applications for your spouse and children within a single session. 

## /7\. India 

![flag hanging on pole](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1532375810709-75b1da00537c?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDN8fEluZGlhJUMyJUEwfGVufDB8fHx8MTc3MDExODcyMXww&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=2000)

Photo by [Naveed Ahmed](https://unsplash.com/@naveedahmed) / [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm%5Fsource=ghost&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=api-credit)

**Application Fee:** $10 to $80, depending on visa type and duration. 

**Processing Timeline:** Processing takes 3-4 working days. 

**Applicable Visa:** Applicable to tourism, work, business, and social visits, among others. 

**Visa Validity:** Ranges from 30 days to 5 years, with stays permitted for 30, 90, or 180 days depending on visa type. 

**Application Method:** Fully online via [Indian E-Visa portal](https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html). 

**Proof of Fund:** Around $1,000 to $2,000 to cover expenses for the period of stay. 

**Family Inclusion:** Does not allow family inclusion, as each family member, including minor children and infants, must submit a separate Indian e-Visa application 

## /8\. Maldives 

![a red and green flag](https://storage.ghost.io/c/c1/a6/c1a6d111-d951-41ad-a392-c1e841210b93/content/images/2026/02/photo-1663429314456-157a535c3b18.jpeg)

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**Application Fee:** Free for an initial 30 days, after which 750 MVR ($50) applies. 

**Processing Timeline:** Within 48 hours of submission 

**Applicable Visa:** Applicable to tourism, expatriate workers, business, or social visits. 

**Visa Validity:** Standard tourist visa is valid for 30 days, while business and work visas can be valid for up to 90 days in a 12-month period. 

**Application Method:** Fully online via [Maldives E-Visa portal](https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/). 

**Proof of Fund:** Minimum of $100 plus $50 per day to cover expenses for the period of stay. 

**Family Inclusion:** Allows family inclusion for expatriates working in the country through a dedicated Dependent Visa for spouses and children under 18\. 

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