Visa‑on‑Arrival Countries for Indian Citizens

Asia

Thailand – Tourist VoA valid ~15–Fridays; fee ₹2,500); sometimes visa‑free pilot programs also in place  .

Maldives – Free VoA for 30 days; proof of hotel booking and return ticket required  .

Indonesia – VoA for 30 days (extendable once); fee ~USD 30–35 (~IDR 500,000)  .

Cambodia – VoA up to 30 days; fee ~USD 20–30; passport photo, return ticket, proof of stay needed  .

Laos – 30‑day VoA (sometimes extendable), fee ~USD 40  .

Myanmar – VoA available at Yangon, Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw airports; $50, max 30 days (valid until Aug 2025)  .

Sri Lanka – Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) required pre‑arrival; issued on arrival for 30 days; small fee applies (~USD 20–25)  .

Jordan – VoA for 30 days; fee ~USD 40‑56 depending on sources; eligible with proof of accommodation  .

Timor‑Leste – VoA for 30 days (fee ~USD 30, extendable)  .

Vietnam – VoA with prior online pre‑approval letter required; fee ~USD 25  .

Armenia – VoA if holding valid visa/residence from EU/USA/UK/Canada etc.; 21‑day stay; fee ~USD 7  .

Middle East

United Arab Emirates (UAE) – From Feb 13, 2025, Indian passport holders with valid visas or residence permits from the US, UK, Schengen, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea or Singapore can get a 14‑day (or 60-day non-extendable) VoA for ~AED 100 (USD 27)  .

Africa

Seychelles – Visitor’s permit VoA up to 90 days; free, but need proof of accommodation & funds (~USD 150/day)  .

Madagascar – VoA for 30 days; fee ~USD 37  .

Mauritius – VoA or visa‑free for 60 days; generally free, conditions apply  .

Rwanda – VoA free for 30 days; may also use East Africa Tourist Visa for Kenya/Uganda entry  .

Zambia, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique, Comoros, Burundi, Guinea‑Bissau, Senegal, Togo – various VoA durations (30–90 days), fees vary (USD 30–85)  .

Oceania / Americas

Fiji – Visa‑exempt or VoA; up to 120 days; no cost but may require arrival fees  .

Kiribati, Micronesia, Marshall Islands, Palau, Cook Islands, Samoa, Saint Lucia – VoA or visitor permits ranging from 30–90 days; small fees apply (~USD 50)  .

Bolivia – VoA at select airports (La Paz, Santa Cruz) up to 90 days; fee ~USD 60  .

Saint Vincent & Grenadines – VoA up to 90 days  .

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✅ Visa‑Free Destinations (No Visa or VoA Required)

In addition to VoA countries, there are several destinations where Indian passport holders can enter completely visa‑free, with either passport or voter ID:

Nepal and Bhutan – No visa needed; entry with passport or voter ID; in Bhutan, travel beyond border towns requires permit on arrival  .

Recent additions include Malaysia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Iran, Kazakhstan, Oman, Hong Kong (SAR), several Caribbean, African and Pacific nations: in total, 59 countries permit either visa‑free entry or VoA as of mid‑2025  .

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ℹ️ Before You Travel: Quick Tips

1. Check validity: Passports must have at least 6 months’ validity beyond your entry date.

2. Required documents: Most VoA countries require return/onward tickets, hotel confirmation, and sufficient funds.

3. Advance authorisations: Countries like Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and UAE often require e‑visas or ETAs before departure.

4. Policy changes: Visa rules can change quickly—verify on official embassy or Ministry of External Affairs websites before booking travel  .

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📋 Summary Table (Select Highlights)

Region Destination Duration Approx. Fee

Asia Thailand 15–30 days THB 2,000 (~₹2,500)

Maldives 30 days Free

Indonesia 30 days (extendable) USD 30–35

Cambodia / Laos 30 days USD 20–40

Sri Lanka 30 days (ETA needed) USD 20–25

Middle East UAE 14 or 60 days AED 100 (~USD 27)

Africa Seychelles Up to 90 days Free (funds proof)

Tanzania, Rwanda, Zambia, etc. 30–90 days USD 30–85

Americas / Oceania Fiji, Samoa, Palau, Saint Lucia 30–120 days ~$50–60