After a long duration of travel restrictions due to COVID, countries have reopened their borders for travelers. Ever since the travel ban has been removed, Indian travelers are expanding their horizons and planning international escapades.
According to Henley Passport Index, the Indian passport ranks 87th in a list of 199 countries in August 2022. The index is the global ranking for evaluating passport strengths of all countries according to the freedom of travel it provides to the holders of ordinary passports of the specific country.
In this article, we have enlisted over 60 countries that offer visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and e-visa facilities to Indian passport holders. So, before you get into the cumbersome visa processes of countries like the US and UK, why not check out some countries that offer visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and e-visa entries for Indian passport holders?
List of visa-free countries for Indian passport holders
Here are 27 visa-free countries for for Indian passport holders:
| Country | Length of stay | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| EUROPE | ||
| Albania | 90 days | must have return tickets |
| Serbia | 30 days | |
| ASIA | ||
| Bhutan | NA | Freedom of Movement |
| Indonesia | 30 days | |
| Macau | 30 days | |
| Maldives | 90 days | |
| Nepal | NA | Freedom of Movement |
| THE AMERICAS | ||
| Barbados | 90 days | |
| British Virgin Islands | 30 days | |
| Dominica | up to 6 months | |
| El Salvador | 90 days | |
| Grenada | 90 days | |
| Haiti | 90 days | |
| Jamaica | 30 days | |
| Montserrat | up to 6 months | |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | 90 days | |
| St. Vincent and the Grenadines | 30 days | |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 90 days | |
| OCEANIA | ||
| Cook Islands | 31 day | |
| Fiji | 120 days | |
| Micronesia | 30 days | |
| Vanuatu | 30 days | |
| AFRICA | ||
| Mauritius | 90 days | |
| Senegal | 90 days | |
| Seychelles | 30 days | |
| Tunisia | 90 days | |
| MIDDLE EAST | ||
| Qatar | 30 days | |
List of countries offering visa on arrival for Indian passport holders
Aside from visa-free travel, Indian passport holders are also eligible for visa on arrival, also known as VOA, for 19 countries around the world. This means that while a visa is required to enter the country, you are not required to apply in advance of travel (it will be granted upon arrival). Here is the list of the 19 countries offering visa on arrival for Indian passport holders:
| Country | Length of Stay | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| THE AMERICAS | ||
| Bolivia | 90 days | |
| Saint Lucia | 60 days | |
| ASIA | ||
| Armenia | 90 days | |
| Cambodia | 30 days | |
| Iran | 30 days | |
| Jordan | 30 days | |
| Laos | 30 days | |
| Myanmar | 28 days | |
| Thailand | 15 days | |
| Timor-Leste | 60 days | |
| OCEANIA | ||
| Marshall Islands | 90 days | |
| Palau | 60 days | |
| Samoa | 60 days | entry permit on arrival |
| Solomon Islands | 90 days | prior approval needed |
| AFRICA | ||
| Cape Verde | 30 days | |
| Gambia | 28 days | |
| Madagascar | 90 days | |
| Mauritania | 30 days | |
| Rwanda | 30 days | |
List of countries offering e-visa and ETA for Indian passport holders
Last but not the least, there are a few countries that offer Indian travelers a chance to obtain visas online. Here is a list of 21 countries that allows Indian passport holders to get a e-visa or ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization):
| Country | Duration | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| THE AMERICAS | ||
| Antigua and Barbuda | upto six months | maximum stay of 30 days in a single visit |
| ASIA | ||
| Bahrain | 30 days | |
| Sri Lanka | 30 days | Electronic Travel Authorization to be obtained online |
| AFRICA | ||
| Angola | 30 days | |
| Benin | 30 days | |
| Botswana | 90 days | |
| Comoros | 45 days | |
| Côte d'Ivoire | 90 days | |
| Djibouti | 31 days | |
| Ethiopia | 90 days | |
| Gabon | 30 days | |
| Guinea-Bissau | 90 days | |
| Kenya | 90 days | |
| Sierra Leone | 30 days | |
| Somalia | 30 days | |
| Tanzania | 90 days | |
| Togo | 7 days | |
| Uganda | 90 days | |
| Zimbabwe | 90 days | |
| AUSTRALIA | ||
| Australia | upto 1 year | maximum stay of 90 days within a single visit |
| OTHER COUNTRIES | ||
| Azerbaijan | 90 days | maximum stay of 30 days within a single visit |
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Let the adventures begin again
The pandemic have been difficult for everyone, but more so for the adventurers and nomads all around the world. However, with the ease of travel restrictions and countries reopening their borders, everyone can breathe a sigh of relief and start planning their next big escapade once again. And, now that you have this extensive list of countries where Indian passport holders can get in easily, whether it is because of no visa, visa on arrival, or e-visa, waste no time and start packing your bags already! Happy travels!
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