01 · What the permit is
Official permission to enter the state
Arunachal Pradesh falls under a restricted area, so official permission is required to enter the state. Visitors other than natives of Arunachal Pradesh must obtain an Inner Line Permit (ILP). The permit is granted as a routine for tourists. It should not deter anyone from visiting Arunachal Pradesh.
- Issued by
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- Secretary (Political), Government of Arunachal Pradesh
- The respective Deputy Commissioner of the district
- The Additional Deputy Commissioner of the district
- Also available from
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- Resident Commissioner’s office
- Deputy Resident Commissioner and Liaison Offices of Arunachal Pradesh
- Visiting on business
- Investors and business delegations follow the same ILP process. For help with entry formalities, contact the helpdesk on +91 94352 78774.
02 · How to get one
Three steps before you travel
- 01
Apply on the eILP portalFill in the online form at eilp.arunachal.gov.in. Details and procedures are on the portal.
- 02
Carry a photo IDTake a government-issued photo ID with you. You need it when applying and while travelling in the state.
- 03
Show the permit at entryKeep the permit with you. Check posts ask for it when you enter the state.
