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India uses Type C / Type D / Type M power outlets at 230V, 50Hz. The general emergency number is 112. Tap water is not safe to drink — stick to bottled water.
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India runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
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Tap water is not recommended for drinking. Use bottled or filtered water.
Tipping is common in India for restaurants, hotel staff, drivers and guides. In restaurants, 5-10% is typical if a service charge is not already included. Keep small notes for porters, housekeeping and short rides.
October to March is the easiest season for much of north and central India, with cooler, drier weather. The Himalayas, deserts, beaches and monsoon regions have different best windows, so match timing to the specific route.
Most foreign visitors need a visa before travel, and many nationalities use India’s e-Visa system for tourism or business. Rules depend on passport, purpose and entry point, so confirm through the official Indian visa portal.
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No. Tap water in India is not recommended for drinking. Use bottled or filtered water.
India uses Type C, Type D, Type M plugs running at 230V, 50Hz. India runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
Dial 112 for general emergencies in India. Police: 112 / 100. Ambulance: 112 / 108.
October to March is the easiest season for much of north and central India, with cooler, drier weather. The Himalayas, deserts, beaches and monsoon regions have different best windows, so match timing to the specific route.
In India, traffic drives on the left side of the road, so the steering wheel is on the right. Visitors from right-hand-drive countries should take extra care.
The international dialing code for India is +91. Dial this prefix after your exit code (e.g. 00 or +) to call a India number from abroad.
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