🌄 Why You Need Permits
Bordering China, Bhutan & Myanmar, Arunachal Pradesh requires ILP or PAP to protect tribal communities and national security.
🧍♂️ Who Needs What?
- Indian citizens: ILP (Inner Line Permit)
- Foreigners: PAP (Protected Area Permit)
📌 ILP Guide (Indian Tourists)
What is ILP?
An official document required to enter Arunachal.
How & Where to Apply
Documents & Fees
- Valid government ID (Aadhaar, license, passport)
- Passport-size photo
- Travel itinerary (optional)
- Fees: ₹100–200 for ~15 days’ validity
- Processing: 1–2 days (online) or instant offline
Entry Points
- Bhalukpong (Dirang, Bomdila, Tawang)
- Likabali (Ziro, Aalo)
- Roing (Mayodia, Anini)
- Ruksin (Pasighat, Mechuka)
- Namdapha (Miao, Jairampur, Namdapha NP)
🌍 PAP Guide (Foreign Tourists)
What is PAP?
A mandatory permit for foreign nationals to visit Arunachal.
How & Where to Apply
- Through registered Indian tour operators
- Indian embassies or MHA Delhi
Rules & Fees
- Group travel (min. 2 foreigners)
- Validity: 10 days, extendable by 7
- Must be escorted by a licensed agency
- Some areas restricted
- Documents: Passport, visa, photo, itinerary, hotel confirmations
- Fees: ₹3,500–7,500 per group (agency-dependent)
⏳ When to Apply
- ILP: 1 week before travel (earlier in peak season)
- PAP: 2–3 weeks before trip
❗ Permit Etiquette
- Carry physical or digital copy of your permit
- Do not enter restricted border zones
- Do not overstay
- Respect tribal customs and local culture
📌 Common FAQs
- Can ILP be extended? – Yes, via Deputy Commissioner.
- Do children need ILP? – Yes, if above 5 years.
- Even flights need ILP? – Yes, even to Itanagar or Pasighat airports.
🎯 Final Thoughts
Secure your ILP or PAP before traveling to Arunachal—a region of hidden valleys, rich cultures, and untouched beauty awaits you. Respect the process and the people, and your journey will be unforgettable.