Here’s the best news for Indian travellers dreaming of the Himalayas: Indian citizens do not need a visa to visit Nepal. Thanks to the long-standing friendship treaty between the two countries, Indians enjoy visa-free, almost passport-free travel to Nepal, with freedom to live, work and stay without time limits. This guide explains exactly what you…
The Maldives is one of the easiest international trips for Indian travellers — there’s no advance visa to arrange, and entry is free on arrival. This guide explains exactly what Indian passport holders need to know about Maldives entry in 2026: the free visa on arrival, the conditions, the mandatory online travel declaration (Imuga/Traveller Declaration),…
Bahrain — a compact Gulf island kingdom of modern Manama, ancient forts, pearling heritage and the Formula 1 circuit — is an easy, often-overlooked short break for Indian travellers, with a convenient e-visa. This guide explains what Indian passport holders need to know about the Bahrain visa in 2026: the e-visa and visa-on-arrival options, durations,…
Oman — with its dramatic mountains, wadis, deserts and forts, plus a beautiful capital in Muscat — is one of the Gulf’s most scenic and authentic destinations, and Indians can visit easily via an e-visa. This guide explains what Indian passport holders need to know about the Oman visa in 2026: the e-visa, visa-free transit/eligibility,…
Qatar — with its futuristic Doha skyline, world-class museums, desert dunes and the legacy of a World Cup — is an increasingly popular short break and stopover for Indian travellers, and entry is wonderfully easy. This guide explains exactly what Indian passport holders need to know about Qatar entry in 2026: the visa-waiver and visa-on-arrival…
Georgia (the country) — Tbilisi, Kazbegi, and Black Sea coast — is a scenic, affordable Caucasus trip. Indians apply for a straightforward online e-Visa. New for 2026: travel insurance is mandatory at the border. Do Indians need a Georgia visa? Yes. Indian passport holders apply for the Georgia e-Visa online for tourism. (Holders of valid…
Azerbaijan — Baku’s flame towers and Caucasus landscapes — is quick and cheap for Indians thanks to the online ASAN e-Visa, processed in days (or hours, urgently). Do Indians need an Azerbaijan visa? Yes. Indian passport holders apply for the ASAN e-Visa online — a single-entry visa for tourism, business, or family visits. Fee &…
Egypt — the Pyramids, the Nile, the Red Sea — is a bucket-list trip made easy by a low-cost online e-Visa. Note that visa-on-arrival is generally not available to Indian passport holders at the airport, so arrange the e-Visa before you fly. Do Indians need an Egypt visa? Yes. Indians should apply for the Egypt…
South Korea — K-pop, palaces, and Jeju’s beaches — is a rising favourite for Indian travelers. One key point: India is not on Korea’s K-ETA visa-waiver list, so Indians must apply for a short-term visit (tourist) visa through the Korean consulate. Do Indians need a South Korea visa? Yes. The K-ETA exemption (extended through 2026)…
China — from the Great Wall to Shanghai’s skyline — requires Indians to obtain an L (tourist) visa before travel, applied for via the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre (CVASC). It’s a sticker visa with biometrics, so plan ahead. Do Indians need a China visa? Yes. Indian passport holders need an L Visa for tourism,…
Saudi Arabia has opened up fast for tourism, and for Indians the tourist e-Visa is quick and online — issued in as little as 24–48 hours, valid a full year with multiple entries, and it even covers Umrah. Do Indians need a Saudi visa? Yes. The tourist e-Visa is the easiest route for Indians and…
New Zealand — land of fjords, glaciers, and Middle-earth landscapes — requires Indians to apply for a Visitor Visa online before travel. It’s a straightforward but document-heavy application lodged through Immigration New Zealand. Do Indians need a New Zealand visa? Yes. Indian passport holders need a Visitor Visa for tourism or visiting family. India is…