Air Suvidha Form Returns for India: What Australian Travellers Need to Know in 2026

Last Updated on Jul 2nd, 2026 by Neha Sharma, Leave a Comment

Are you taking a trip from Australia to India? If so, before you start throwing items into your suitcase, be aware of one key requirement for travel.

India has brought back the Air Suvidha Self-Declaration Form from the 25th of June 2026 for all international arrivals to India through its new Air Suvidha 2.0 system. This online form submission is now a requirement and must be completed prior to leaving Australia to go to India.

Regardless of whether you are flying from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide or any other city in Australia, submitting this self-declaration form prior to flying means you will have a much smoother and more efficient arrival experience when you enter India.

What Is Air Suvidha 2.0?

The Air Suvidha 2.0 online health declaration system provides travellers coming into India with an alternative to filling out paper forms upon arrival; international passengers now have to fill out their information before arriving via the Internet.

The online Air Suvidha digital platform will improve the health monitoring process at international ports of entry and also allow for easier and swifter arrivals at India’s international airports.

Why Has Air Suvidha Been Reintroduced?

The Indian Government has reinstated Air Suvidha due to the public health fears arising out of the Bundibugyo virus disease, which is a strain of Ebola virus disease, in certain regions of Central Africa.

Although there is no connection between the disease and Australia, the obligation is on all foreign travellers.

Is the Air Suvidha Form Mandatory?

Effective June 25, 2026, all international travellers must complete an Air Suvidha Self-Declaration Form before entering India. It is highly suggested that travellers complete this form before they board their flight so that, upon arrival in India, they may expedite any processes associated with their airport arrival. 

Who Needs to Complete the Form?

All international arrivals must complete the above-mentioned rule. Specifically:

Travellers who are citizens of Australia entering India

• Travellers who are citizens of India and are returning home from Australia
• OCI travelling into India
• NRIs arriving into India
• Foreigners arriving into India

All travellers will be required to fill out this incoming travel declaration.

When Should You Submit Air Suvidha?

The Self-Declaration Form can be filled out until 24 hours before entering India.

It is advised that one fill out the form prior to check-in or departure from home, as it gives enough time to go through the details.

Information You’ll Need

Prior to completing the form, the below-mentioned points must be considered:

• Passport
• Flight Details
• Date of Arrival
• First point of entry in India
• Address in India
• Email ID and mobile number
• Recent Travel History (within last 21 days)
• Transit Information, if any
• Health Declaration

The individual will also have to validate the contact details through OTP.

How to Complete the Air Suvidha Form

Proceed to the Air Suvidha portal and start filling out the Self Declaration Form. Add your passport information, details about the flight, contact information and address within India. Then proceed to fill the health declaration form.

Make sure that you double-check everything before submitting the form. You will receive an acknowledgement or a registration number upon the successful submission of the form. It is advisable to keep a soft copy, as authorities may ask for it at the airport when you arrive in India.

In the following paragraphs, I will discuss the post-submission procedure, travel tips for Australians, common errors and answer the frequently asked questions about Air Suvidha 2.0.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Air Suvidha compulsory for passengers travelling from Australia?

A: Yes, starting on 25 June 2026, all international travellers entering India, including those travelling from Australia, will be required to fill in the ‘Air Suvidha Self Declaration Form’.

Q: How early can I submit the Air Suvidha form?

A: This form can be filled out up to 24 hours before the traveller arrives in India. It is advisable to fill it out before the journey.

Q: What documents should I have ready?

A: You will need your passport, travel details, contact details, Indian address, travel history, & any other information requested on the declaration form.

Q: Do I need to carry a printed copy?

A: While it can be uploaded digitally, it is better to carry a hard copy just in case the airport authority demands it.

Q: What happens if I don’t complete the form?

A: Passengers who have not submitted the Air Suvidha declaration may experience delays during arrival procedures or may need to complete additional checks, depending on the instructions issued by the authorities.

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