E-Visa Market Size and Outlook 2030

Report Description

Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size (2024)	USD 2.31 Billion
CAGR (2025-2030)	10.92%
Fastest Growing Segment	Students/Educational Visa
Largest Market	Asia Pacific
Market Size (2030)	USD 4.30 Billion

Market Overview

The Global E-Visa Market, valued at USD 2.31 Billion in 2024, is projected to experience a CAGR of 10.92% to reach USD 4.30 Billion by 2030. The global E-Visa market encompasses electronic authorizations for international travel, enabling individuals to secure entry into a country through an entirely online application process, thereby superseding conventional physical visa requirements. This market's growth is fundamentally driven by governmental digitalization initiatives aimed at enhancing border security and streamlining immigration procedures, coupled with a rising demand for efficient and contactless travel experiences. According to the International Air Transport Association, global passenger traffic in 2024 increased by 10.4% compared to 2023, reflecting a robust recovery and expansion in international mobility.

A significant challenge impeding the sustained expansion of this market is the escalating concern surrounding cybersecurity threats and data privacy. Given that e-Visa systems manage sensitive personal and biometric information, they present attractive targets for cyberattacks and potential data breaches, which can compromise system integrity and erode user confidence.

Key Market Drivers

Government digitalization initiatives and policy support are critical for the Global E-Visa Market. Governments globally are investing in robust digital infrastructures to modernize public services, including immigration and border control. This commitment facilitates the development and implementation of electronic visa systems, replacing paper-based procedures with efficient online platforms. The shift enhances national security, improves operational efficiency, and offers accessible services for international travelers. According to GOV. UK, in January 2025, 'State of digital government review', the public sector in the UK spent £26 billion on technology in 2023, highlighting significant financial dedication to digitalizing government operations, which directly supports e-visa deployment. These initiatives streamline applications, reduce administrative burdens, and standardize procedures across entry points.

Advancements in digital technologies and biometrics integration form another key driver. Innovations in facial recognition, fingerprint scanning, and iris recognition provide secure identity verification methods crucial for modern e-visa systems. These technologies enable expedited visa application processing and border crossings, ensuring a seamless traveler experience while strengthening national security. According to the International Air Transport Association, in November 2024, 'Biometric Adoption Soars Among Travelers, IATA Survey Finds', 46% of travelers have already used biometric identification for airport processes, with the highest usage at immigration checkpoints. This adoption rate confirms public acceptance and the operational benefits of biometrics in travel. The e-visa market benefits from increasing international mobility, with an estimated 1.4 billion tourists travelling internationally in 2024, according to UN Tourism, in January 2025, 'International tourism recovers pre-pandemic levels in 2024'.

Download Free Sample Report

Key Market Challenges

The escalating concern surrounding cybersecurity threats and data privacy presents a significant impediment to the sustained expansion of the global E-Visa market. E-Visa systems necessitate the collection and management of sensitive personal and biometric information from international travelers. This makes them attractive targets for malicious actors seeking to exploit vulnerabilities for financial gain, identity theft, or disruption. Consequently, the potential for cyberattacks and data breaches directly undermines the integrity of these systems and erodes user confidence, which is crucial for widespread adoption.

The direct impact on market growth is evident through the increasing frequency of cyber incidents within sectors reliant on digital identity and travel. According to the Aviation ISAC Cyber Risk Survey, cyber-attacks rose by 131% between 2022 and 2023 across the aviation industry. Such pervasive threats raise traveler apprehension regarding the security of their personal data, leading to reluctance in utilizing online visa application processes. This directly delays or deters the transition from conventional physical visa requirements to digital solutions, thereby slowing the expansion of the E-Visa market.

Key Market Trends

Artificial intelligence and blockchain technology are significantly reshaping the global e-visa landscape by introducing advanced capabilities for processing and security. AI systems enhance fraud detection, streamline risk assessment, and automate significant portions of the visa application review process, enabling faster decision-making and improved operational efficiency. The Department of Homeland Security's 2024 inventory, released on April 30, 2025, showed 105 active AI applications deployed by major immigration agencies, with Customs and Border Protection leading with 59 use cases, highlighting a substantial integration of AI in border and immigration functions. Concurrently, blockchain technology provides an immutable and transparent ledger for storing applicant data and credentials, strengthening data integrity and facilitating secure, seamless information exchange among border control agencies.

The growing global trend of remote work has catalyzed the emergence of specialized digital nomad and remote work visas, creating a distinct new segment within the e-visa market. This trend addresses the evolving needs of location-independent professionals seeking longer-term residency options beyond traditional tourist or business visas. Governments are increasingly developing tailored e-visa programs to attract this demographic, recognizing their potential to contribute to local economies without impacting local job markets. According to a World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) report published in November 2023, 54 destinations globally were offering digital nomad visas, with 76% of these programs featuring online applications, indicating a significant governmental response to this lifestyle shift. This expansion of visa categories diversifies revenue streams for e-visa platforms and broadens market reach by catering to a previously underserved traveler segment.

Segmental Insights

The Students/Educational Visa segment is emerging as the fastest-growing category within the Global E-Visa Market. This rapid expansion is primarily driven by the increasing worldwide trend of international student mobility, as a growing number of individuals pursue high-quality education abroad. Governments are actively implementing streamlined electronic visa systems and supportive policies, such as the reintroduction of post-study work opportunities, to attract foreign students and enhance their educational sectors. The inherent convenience, efficiency, and reduced processing times offered by e-visa platforms significantly simplify the application journey for prospective students, further fueling this substantial growth.

Regional Insights

Asia Pacific holds the leading position in the Global E-Visa Market, driven by robust government initiatives aimed at modernizing immigration procedures and actively promoting inbound tourism. The region's significant economic growth, coupled with a rising middle class, fuels substantial increases in both domestic and international travel, encompassing leisure, business, and medical tourism. Furthermore, extensive investments in digital infrastructure and widespread digitalization across various nations have cultivated a strong preference for efficient online services, facilitating the broad adoption of secure e-visa platforms. These combined factors create a highly favorable landscape for the continued expansion and dominance of the e-visa market in Asia Pacific.

Recent Developments

In October 2025, Standard Chartered integrated the Visa Direct digital payment network to enhance its SC PrismFX and low-value global disbursements offerings. This strategic collaboration aimed to provide greater speed, transparency, and cost efficiency for cross-border payments, which are integral to the e-visa ecosystem for fee processing. The integration enables Standard Chartered to directly route payments to beneficiary bank accounts through various domestic and instant payment rails, supporting multiple currencies. This initiative builds upon a prior partnership in April 2024 where Standard Chartered joined the Visa B2B Connect network to facilitate cross-border business-to-business payments for its corporate clients.

In October 2025, Atlys continued to redefine visa services through its tech-enabled, end-to-end visa solution, addressing traditional complexities such as uncertainty about procedures and inconsistent processing times. The company has processed nearly two million visas within four years by providing comprehensive, up-to-date information across over 150 countries. Atlys leverages technology to create a seamless experience, managing intricate processes including physical passport pickups for consulate verification through trusted logistics partners, and handling biometric submissions for certain nations. This innovative approach ensures efficiency and certainty for travelers, simplifying a traditionally challenging aspect of international travel within the Global E-Visa Market.

In August 2024, Visa introduced an array of innovative payment products and solutions during the Global Fintech Fest in India, developed in collaboration with various partners. These advancements aimed to accelerate digital payment adoption across the country, thereby supporting the Global E-Visa Market by enhancing the underlying digital payment infrastructure. Collaborations with companies like Pine Labs resulted in the Pine Labs Mini Device, a soundbox-enabled solution for QR, NFC, and card payments, targeting increased digital acceptance in smaller cities. Another partnership with Paytm led to the launch of the Paytm NFC Card Soundbox, India's first two-in-one device combining mobile QR payments with an affordable card machine for offline merchants.

In May 2024, Visa unveiled new products and services at its annual Payments Forum, marking advancements in digital-native payment card experiences. Among these innovations was the introduction of the Visa Payment Passkey Service, designed to enhance online payment security and streamline the checkout process. This development aims to simplify authentication without interrupting transactions, addressing the growing need for robust digital identity verification. The product’s integration into platforms like Click to Pay and future plans for biometric authentication highlight its significance for secure and convenient online interactions, which are increasingly relevant for efficient e-visa application processes and related digital government services.

Key Market Players

Accenture Plc
Amadeus IT Group SA
Capgemini SE
CGI Inc
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
Deloitte Tohmatsu Group
DXC Technology
IBM Corporation
Swiss Authentis S.A.
Thales Group

By Component	By Platform	By Application	By Region
Software Services	Desktop Smartphone Tablets	Traveling Students/Educational Visa Government/Foreign Affairs Others	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global E-Visa Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

E-Visa Market, By Component:

o Software

o Services

E-Visa Market, By Platform:

o Desktop

o Smartphone

o Tablets

E-Visa Market, By Application:

o Traveling

o Students/Educational Visa

o Government/Foreign Affairs

o Others

E-Visa Market, By Region:

o North America

§ United States

§ Canada

§ Mexico

o Europe

§ France

§ United Kingdom

§ Italy

§ Germany

§ Spain

o Asia Pacific

§ China

§ India

§ Japan

§ Australia

§ South Korea

o South America

§ Brazil

§ Argentina

§ Colombia

o Middle East & Africa

§ South Africa

§ Saudi Arabia

§ UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the Global E-Visa Market.

Available Customizations:

Global E-Visa Market report with the given market data, TechSci Research offers customizations according to a company's specific needs. The following customization options are available for the report:

Company Information

Detailed analysis and profiling of additional market players (up to five).

Global E-Visa Market is an upcoming report to be released soon. If you wish an early delivery of this report or want to confirm the date of release, please contact us at [email protected]

Table of content

1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition

1.2. Scope of the Market

1.2.1. Markets Covered

1.2.2. Years Considered for Study

1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study

2.2. Baseline Methodology

2.3. Key Industry Partners

2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources

2.5. Forecasting Methodology

2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation

2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market

3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations

3.3. Overview of Key Market Players

3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries

3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global E-Visa Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast

5.1.1. By Value

5.2. Market Share & Forecast

5.2.1. By Component (Software, Services)

5.2.2. By Platform (Desktop, Smartphone, Tablets)

5.2.3. By Application (Traveling, Students/Educational Visa, Government/Foreign Affairs, Others)

5.2.4. By Region

5.2.5. By Company (2024)

5.3. Market Map

6. North America E-Visa Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.1.1. By Value

6.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.2.1. By Component

6.2.2. By Platform

6.2.3. By Application

6.2.4. By Country

6.3. North America: Country Analysis

6.3.1. United States E-Visa Market Outlook

6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.1.1.1. By Value

6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.1.2.1. By Component

6.3.1.2.2. By Platform

6.3.1.2.3. By Application

6.3.2. Canada E-Visa Market Outlook

6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.2.1.1. By Value

6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.2.2.1. By Component

6.3.2.2.2. By Platform

6.3.2.2.3. By Application

6.3.3. Mexico E-Visa Market Outlook

6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.3.1.1. By Value

6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.3.2.1. By Component

6.3.3.2.2. By Platform

6.3.3.2.3. By Application

7. Europe E-Visa Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1. By Value

7.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1. By Component

7.2.2. By Platform

7.2.3. By Application

7.2.4. By Country

7.3. Europe: Country Analysis

7.3.1. Germany E-Visa Market Outlook

7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.1.1.1. By Value

7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.1.2.1. By Component

7.3.1.2.2. By Platform

7.3.1.2.3. By Application

7.3.2. France E-Visa Market Outlook

7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.2.1.1. By Value

7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.2.2.1. By Component

7.3.2.2.2. By Platform

7.3.2.2.3. By Application

7.3.3. United Kingdom E-Visa Market Outlook

7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.3.1.1. By Value

7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.3.2.1. By Component

7.3.3.2.2. By Platform

7.3.3.2.3. By Application

7.3.4. Italy E-Visa Market Outlook

7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.4.1.1. By Value

7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.4.2.1. By Component

7.3.4.2.2. By Platform

7.3.4.2.3. By Application

7.3.5. Spain E-Visa Market Outlook

7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.5.1.1. By Value

7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.5.2.1. By Component

7.3.5.2.2. By Platform

7.3.5.2.3. By Application

8. Asia Pacific E-Visa Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1. By Value

8.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1. By Component

8.2.2. By Platform

8.2.3. By Application

8.2.4. By Country

8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis

8.3.1. China E-Visa Market Outlook

8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1. By Value

8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1. By Component

8.3.1.2.2. By Platform

8.3.1.2.3. By Application

8.3.2. India E-Visa Market Outlook

8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1. By Value

8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1. By Component

8.3.2.2.2. By Platform

8.3.2.2.3. By Application

8.3.3. Japan E-Visa Market Outlook

8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1. By Value

8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1. By Component

8.3.3.2.2. By Platform

8.3.3.2.3. By Application

8.3.4. South Korea E-Visa Market Outlook

8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.4.1.1. By Value

8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.4.2.1. By Component

8.3.4.2.2. By Platform

8.3.4.2.3. By Application

8.3.5. Australia E-Visa Market Outlook

8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.5.1.1. By Value

8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.5.2.1. By Component

8.3.5.2.2. By Platform

8.3.5.2.3. By Application

9. Middle East & Africa E-Visa Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1. By Value

9.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1. By Component

9.2.2. By Platform

9.2.3. By Application

9.2.4. By Country

9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

9.3.1. Saudi Arabia E-Visa Market Outlook

9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1. By Value

9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1. By Component

9.3.1.2.2. By Platform

9.3.1.2.3. By Application

9.3.2. UAE E-Visa Market Outlook

9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1. By Value

9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1. By Component

9.3.2.2.2. By Platform

9.3.2.2.3. By Application

9.3.3. South Africa E-Visa Market Outlook

9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1. By Value

9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1. By Component

9.3.3.2.2. By Platform

9.3.3.2.3. By Application

10. South America E-Visa Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1. By Value

10.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1. By Component

10.2.2. By Platform

10.2.3. By Application

10.2.4. By Country

10.3. South America: Country Analysis

10.3.1. Brazil E-Visa Market Outlook

10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1. By Value

10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1. By Component

10.3.1.2.2. By Platform

10.3.1.2.3. By Application

10.3.2. Colombia E-Visa Market Outlook

10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1. By Value

10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1. By Component

10.3.2.2.2. By Platform

10.3.2.2.3. By Application

10.3.3. Argentina E-Visa Market Outlook

10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1. By Value

10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1. By Component

10.3.3.2.2. By Platform

10.3.3.2.3. By Application

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers

11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)

12.2. Product Launches (If Any)

12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global E-Visa Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry

14.2. Potential of New Entrants

14.3. Power of Suppliers

14.4. Power of Customers

14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Accenture Plc

15.1.1. Business Overview

15.1.2. Products & Services

15.1.3. Recent Developments

15.1.4. Key Personnel

15.1.5. SWOT Analysis

15.2. Amadeus IT Group SA

15.3. Capgemini SE

15.4. CGI Inc

15.5. Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation

15.6. Deloitte Tohmatsu Group

15.7. DXC Technology

15.8. IBM Corporation

15.9. Swiss Authentis S.A.

15.10. Thales Group

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer

Report Description

Table of content

Figures and Tables

Frequently asked questions

What was the market size of the Global E-Visa Market in 2024?

Which is the dominating region in the Global E-Visa Market?

Which is the fastest growing segment in the Global E-Visa Market?

What is the expected growth rate of the Global E-Visa Market?