Originally Posted by
chinatraderjmr
The only reason I still use my regular visa is its still valid but when I was in India 6 weeks ago I was told that within a year, the ONLY option for Americans will be the electronic visa (same as they have done for years with Australia) Personally, I have a problem with that as I trust Australian computers, immigration, etc a lot more then I do India to get it right.
The e-visa will not be the only option for all Americans visiting India -- at least not for many years. But not using an evisa won't protect you much better -- if at all any better -- than if seeking a non-evisa visa or visa substitute from the Indian government.