New permit rule
Apply at least 15 days before your travel date
The Lakshadweep entry permit must now be applied for at least 15 days before your travel date. Book early and share your documents with us in time, so your permit is ready before you fly.
Public announcement
New e-Permit portal from 15 October 2026
The old Lakshadweep e-Permit portal was available only until 15 October 2026. From 15 October 2026 onwards, all e-Permit services are on the new portal.
lak.e-permit.utl.gov.in
Who needs one
All non-residents, Indian and foreign, need an entry permit to visit Lakshadweep. It is issued for specific islands and specific travel dates, so it cannot be arranged after you arrive. The approved permit is sent to you by email.
Permit fees
| Fee | Who pays | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | Each applicant | ₹50 |
| Heritage fee | Children aged 12 to 18 | ₹100 |
| Heritage fee | Anyone above 18 | ₹200 |
Fees depend on the purpose of visit and some purposes are free. The exact amount is shown on the payment page before you pay. Our Lakshadweep packages already include the permit and heritage fees.
Documents required
| Traveller | Documents |
|---|---|
| Indian national | Passport-size photo and ID proof (such as Aadhaar) for every traveller, plus any documents the purpose of visit asks for |
| Foreign national | Passport-size photo, passport and stamped Indian visa |
Each upload can be PDF, JPG or PNG, up to 2 MB. Documents must be clear and readable, or the application may be rejected.
How to apply on the new portal
- Create an account. Click Register and enter your name, mobile number, email, nationality, date of birth and a password (at least 8 characters, letters and numbers). Enter the 6-digit code sent to your email. It is valid for 15 minutes.
- Sign in. Use your email or mobile number and password, then the 6-digit code sent to your email (valid for 10 minutes). A code is needed every time you sign in.
- Start a New Permit. Choose your nationality (Indian or Foreign National).
- Purpose & travel. Choose the purpose (for holidays, Tourist/Tourism), the islands you will visit and your from and to dates, then upload the documents asked for.
- Applicants. Enter the main applicant's details, address in the island and an emergency contact, with a passport-size photo and ID proof.
- Family members. Add everyone travelling with you, each with a photo and ID proof. One application can include up to 6 people.
- Review. Check every detail, tick the declaration and continue.
- Pay & submit. Pay online by card, net banking, UPI or wallet. You get a permit ID and can follow the status under My Permits.
Track or verify a permit
- Track Permit: enter your application ID to see its current stage. No login needed.
- Verify Permit: enter a Permit ID to check that it is valid. Ports, airport security and hosts use this too.
What the status means
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Draft | Started but not paid or submitted yet. |
| Submitted / Review | Paid and waiting for an official to check it. |
| Returned – Action Required | Sent back with remarks. Correct it and resubmit. |
| Approved | Permit issued. Download it or get it by email. |
| Rejected | Not approved. The reason is sent by email. |
Rules to know
- The permit must be applied for at least 15 days before your travel date.
- You cannot apply for a second permit for dates already covered by an existing permit.
- One application covers up to 6 people, and the family step cannot be skipped.
- An approved permit can be extended. The extension is checked again before approval.
- Required documents and approval steps differ by purpose of visit.
How long it takes
The permit must be applied for at least 15 days before your travel date. Each application is then checked online by officials, level by level. We suggest sending us your documents three to four weeks before departure, and earlier in peak months and around holidays, so there is time if anything is returned for correction.
Prefer us to do it?
- We check your documents before submission so nothing comes back.
- We apply for the islands on your itinerary, matched to your travel dates.
- We follow up and send you the permit once it is issued.
- Permit and heritage fees are included in all our Lakshadweep packages.
Permit questions
How early must I apply for the Lakshadweep entry permit?
Under the new permit rule, the Lakshadweep entry permit must be applied for at least 15 days before your travel date. We suggest sending your documents three to four weeks ahead, so there is time if an application is returned for corrections.
Where do I apply for a Lakshadweep entry permit now?
From 15 October 2026 all Lakshadweep e-Permit services are on the new portal, https://lak.e-permit.utl.gov.in/. The old e-Permit portal was available only until 15 October 2026.
How much is the Lakshadweep entry permit fee?
The standard fees are an application fee of ₹50 per applicant, and a heritage fee of ₹100 for children aged 12 to 18 or ₹200 for anyone above 18. Fees depend on the purpose of visit, some purposes are free, and the exact amount is shown on the payment page before you pay.
How many people can be on one permit application?
A single application can include up to 6 people: the main applicant and family members together.
Which documents are needed?
Each traveller uploads a passport-size photo and an ID proof. Other documents depend on the purpose of visit, and foreign nationals also need their passport and stamped Indian visa. Uploads can be PDF, JPG or PNG, up to 2 MB each, and must be clear and readable.
Can I check my permit status without logging in?
Yes. Track Permit on the portal shows the status from the application ID, and Verify Permit checks whether a permit is valid using the Permit ID. Neither needs a login.