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Inner Line Permit

Nagaland ILP — Complete Application Guide for Kohima, Hornbill Festival & Beyond

Everything you need to know about applying for the Nagaland Inner Line Permit — online process, state office locations, documents, and validity.

Online Application15 Days DefaultAll Districts

Nagaland ILP — Full Application Details

The Nagaland Inner Line Permit is required for all Indian nationals (except Nagaland state residents) who wish to enter Nagaland. This includes visits to Kohima, Dimapur, the Hornbill Festival venue at Kisama, Dzukou Valley and all other destinations in the state.

The ILP is issued for 15 days by default and can be extended for up to 30 days at the Deputy Commissioner's office in Dimapur or Kohima. For longer stays, an extension is straightforward — present your original ILP and ID at the DC office.

Application Options

1
Online (Recommended) — nagaland.gov.in/ilp

Create account → upload photo and ID → specify districts (select all that apply) and travel dates → pay ₹100 fee online → e-ILP emailed within 24–72 hours.

2
Nagaland House, New Delhi

11, Prithviraj Road, New Delhi. In person 10 AM–5 PM weekdays. Bring 2 photos + ID. ILP in 3 working days. Call ahead: 011-23013431.

3
Guwahati Liaison Office

Near Adabari, Guwahati. Fastest option if travelling from Assam — same-day or next-day ILP possible. Carry 2 photos + ID.

Documents Required

  • Government photo ID — Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport
  • Two recent passport-size photographs
  • Online fee payment receipt (for online application)
  • Address proof (if ID doesn't carry address)

Permit Cost & Validity

ItemDetails
ILP Fee~₹100 (Indian nationals)
Default validity15 days
ExtensionUp to 30 days at DC office
Foreign nationalsPAP required — ~₹2,000–5,000 through agent

Entry Points

📍 Dimapur Railway/Airport checkpoint📍 Kohima road checkpoint📍 Zubza border (Assam–Nagaland)

Frequently Asked Questions