India travel details
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India has a population of 1B with main currency as Indian Rupee. The languages spoken are English. India travel safety advice is Exercise a high degree of caution. Automatic teller machines are rare in India. Tipping is usually not expected in India. Internet speed in India is on average 2.8 Mbps.In India you drive on the left side.
India Travel Advice
⬤ Exercise a high degree of caution
We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution in India. Curfews and restrictions continue in parts of Manipur following violent demonstrations, resulting in casualties. Security agencies have increased their presence in the region. Mobile internet and transport services continue to be affected. Further restrictions may be imposed at short notice. If you're in Manipur, avoid demonstrations and large public gatherings, follow the advice of local authorities, take official warnings seriously and monitor local media for updates (see 'Safety').
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in India overall due to the threat of terrorism and crime and the risk of civil unrest.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Issue Date : Jun 7, 2024
India essential details
Plugs
India uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C, Type D and Type M.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are English
Money in India
Currencies
India uses the Indian rupee (symbol: ?), code INR.Banknotes come in denominations of 2000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 rupees. Rupee is subdivided into 100 paisas. Coins come in denominations of 10, 5, 2 and 1 rupees.
ATM
Automatic teller machines are rare in India. Your best bet is to look for them in large cities and community places.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Tipping
Not expected, but can leave extra tip Tipping is usually not expected in India. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip. Receipts usually include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.
Internet in India
Internet
Internet speed in India is on average 2.8 Mbps. WiFi coverage in India is very low. It's quite hard to find one.
Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about 281.24 INR, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 4 telecoms: Airtel, Idea, Jio or Vodafone. India uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in India upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Calling
To call India, dial +, then 91 (the country code for India), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within India, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 11 .
India travel details
Driving in India
Road rules
In India you drive on the left side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 50-70 km/h (31-43 mph) in all built-up areas, 80 km/h (49 mph) on undivided highways, 80-120 km/h (49-74 mph) on motorways and 80-120 km/h (49-74 mph) on expressways.
Emergecy
Police
112
Ambulance
140
Fire department
175
India visa advice
If you're considering exploring India beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on India transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to India, understanding India Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.