| Visa |
A valid Tourist Visa is required to visit India and its tourist destinations. Visa is issued from the Indian Embassy. Make copies of your important documents like visa, passport, etc. Keep them separate from the originals. You should carry the originals with you at all times while traveling. |
| Money |
In India, there is no limit set for foreign currency that tourists can bring while travelling in India. |
| Food |
There are a number of restaurant in Rajasthan. Always prefer to choose standard restaurants. You will find a variety of exotic cuisines including Indian, Continental, Chinese and typical Rajasthan cuisines. |
| Water |
You should not drink water here and there. You should not drink water from streams, lakes and dams. You should always take mineral water. Mineral water is available in sealed bottles at all locations of Rajasthan. Water sealed in plastic bottles is safe to drink. Bisleri, Aquafina and Kinley are some brand names of drinking water. |
| Sun |
The climate of Rajasthan is hot & dry. The sun can be very harsh during summers. So it advisable that you should carry sun block creams or lotions during summers. You should not forget to carry sunscreen creams, goggles, hat and scarf. |
| Credit Cards |
Rajasthan hotels, shops, car rentals, travel agencies, etc accept all international credit cards such Master Card, Visa Card, Diners, American Express, etc. |
| Currency |
The Indian currency is Indian Rupee (INR). |
| Shopping |
Always go for shopping only in reputed shops or bazaars. |
| Car Rentals |
Always hire a car for travelling from a reputed car rental agency |
| Hotels |
Always book room for your accommodation at reputed hotel. |
| Time |
India's standard time is GMT + 5 ½ Hours |
| Communications |
Cyber cafes and Telephone booths are found in all over India which facilitate you to communicate with family and friends. |
| Drugs |
Don’t carry any abusive drugs. Indian Law prohibits carrying any types of drugs. Offenders can get heavy punishments, imprisonments or fine are there for offenders. |
| Emergency Numbers |
Police Control Room - 100, Fire Station - 101, Ambulance - 101 |
| Currency Exchange |
Exchange your currency only from authorized money exchangers and don't forget to take a receipt. |
| Temple Codes |
You should properly maintain temple codes while visiting temples or religious shines of Rajasthan. Footwear inside the temple is not allowed in all temples and religious shines of India. Rajasthan tourism offers excellent arrangement for keeping your footwear in safe custodies while visiting temples, religious shrines and monuments. |
