Permits & Routes

An Inner Line Permit (ILP) is required for Indian visitors to Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur, while parts of Sikkim such as Nathula, Tsomgo Lake and Gurudongmar need a Protected Area Permit. This section explains who needs which permit, how to apply online, fees, documents and validity. It also covers the routes that trip plans depend on: Guwahati to Shillong, Tawang and Kaziranga, Bagdogra to Gangtok, and more, with distances, travel times and transport options. Always confirm current rules on the official state portal before you travel.