India

Are credit cards accepted in India?

MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted in India, especially in the country's major cities and touristy destinations. You can use these credit cards, and sometimes even American Express and Discover card in most hotels, restauarants and shops but be sure to have cash on you when going to less touristy destinations and to to local markets.

What is the standard voltage and plug type in India?

The standard voltage in India is 230V. There are three plug types in India: Types C, D and M.

What vaccinations do I need before visiting India?

It's recommended to have gotten the following vaccinations before visiting India: Measles, Polio, measles-mumps-rubella, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, Chickenpox, and your yearly flu shot. Additional vaccinations you should get are Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Cholera, Hepatitis B, Japenese Encephalitis, Malaria, Rabies and Yellow Fever. There are some rules regarding Yellow Fever vaccinations before a trip to India, so we recommend double checking with the CDC or your doctor for more information.

Which holidays are celebrated in India?

These are the holidays celebrated in India:

• Ambedkar Jayanti
• Dussehra
• Eid al-Adha
• Eid al-Fitr
• Gandhi Jayanti
• Good Friday
• Indian Independence Day
• Mawlid
• Republic Day