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India
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Time Zone (GMT):+05:30
Population:1,210,193,444
Capital City:New Delhi
Largest City:Mumbai
Currency:Indian Rupee = 100 paise
Currency Code:INR
Banknote Denominations:1 / 5 / 10 / 20 / 50 / 100 / 500 / 1000
Exchangeable Currencies:All major

GOV.UK Travel Advice

India
Thursday 9 July 2026 2:54pm
New information about Electronic Overseas Citizen of India Card (e-OCI) and additional information about Ebola health screening and a mandatory Self-Declaration Form for all international passengers arriving in India ('Entry requirements' page). 

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