While every one of us yearns for a dreamy getaway amidst turquoise blue waters or snow-capped mountains, the thought of filling up tons of paperwork for a visa can pull us back from making our dreams a reality. But what if I told you that you could simply waltz into some countries with your Indian passports with no visa required? That’s right! Few countries don’t require Indians to apply for a visa. Here is the list of top 10 visa free countries for Indian citizens.
1. Seychelles
This off-beat archipelago in the Indian Ocean is an absolute paradise for honeymooners. Its white-sand beaches and lapping blue waters along with the lush green backdrop offers a picture-perfect getaway for anyone looking for a tropical paradise vacation.
The abundant marine life can be explored at leisure through snorkelling and beach diving. Most of the islands are real-life lost worlds with next to no human inhabitants here.
Visa requirements – Seychelles is a visa-free access country where you will only need a valid passport, proof of accommodation, return ticket details and necessary funds for your duration of stay to get your entry issued.
2. Bhutan
The neighbouring country of Bhutan holds within its snow-capped mountains and lush green forests, the immortal secret of happiness. The monasteries and dzongs in this kingdom are well worth an explore. The dramatic landscape here has a vast forest coverage making it one of the last Shangri Las in the world.
Visa requirements – Indian passport holders only need to have an entry permit along with your passport while visiting Bhutan.
3. Nepal
Nepal is a stone’s throw away for Indian travellers. It is the base location for many treks to the Himalayan ranges and the Everest. These high adrenaline spots pave the way for spiritual tourism too. Nepal has temples of various faiths with some cinching the spots in the UNESCO World Heritage.
Indian travellers only need either their passport or their election card while travelling to Nepal.
4. Thailand
The first name that comes to every Indian passport holder’s name when they think about an exotic getaway, Thailand has always rolled out a warm red-carpet to lure in more Indian travellers.
You can either head south to sift through the soothing beach sands, or to the north for exploring the jungle towns. You will be spoilt for choice at the exotic options offered by Bangkok, Pattaya, Krabi islands etc.
Thailand has waived off visa fees for Indians till April 2020 for a single entry visa for 15 days stay duration.
5. Indonesia
Indonesia would always be among the topmost favourite spots for Indians to travel to. Be it the cultural magnificence of Ubud, the calming beaches of Bali, or the slumbering Mount Bromo, Indonesia has something for every type of traveller.
Indonesia only requires you to have a valid passport, and you will be granted visa-free entry for 30 days stay duration.
6. Mauritius
Mauritius will make you feel like a slice of heaven broke off and fell into the earth. Its sapphire-blue waters kissing the fine-grained white sands are complemented with mountain ranges where you can get lost hiking. You can also take trips to the quiet fishing villages nearby and immerse in the culinary delights of this island.
Mauritius offers a free visa on arrival for 60 days if you hold a valid passport and submit the proof of accommodation, return ticket details and sufficient fund details.
7. Hong Kong
With towering building lining the skyline as far as the eye can see, Hong Kong is a bustling financial hub. But once the hub-bub of the city dissipates off, you can find quaint fishing villages, Taoist temples and vintage walking trails. The city’s cheap transportation and futuristic systems make this a great place to explore within budget.
For Indian visitors, you have to fill up an online pre-registration form before landing in Hong Kong for visa-free entry for the 14-day duration of stay.
8. Macau
If you can’t make it to the Las Vegas in the U.S.A, take a trip to the Las Vegas of Asia – Macau. Macau fuses the ancient Chinese culture with remnants of its Portuguese colonial days and the modern-day gambling casinos. All the three cultural influences co-exist in this city to create a melting pot of culture, food and entertainment.
Macau offers visa-free entry for Indians for a duration of the 30-day stay. All you need is a valid passport.
9. Serbia
If you happen to be touring Europe or you simply want to visit someplace off-beat, Serbia can be an unusually good choice. Its troubled history of being fought over by Romans, Ottomans, Hapsburgs have given this place a rich cultural blend. It imposing fortresses and ancient monasteries juxtaposes the eastern culture with that of the western.
For a stay of up to 30 days, Indian’s are exempted from needing a visa to visit Serbia.
10. Fiji
If Tom Hank’s castaway and Blue Lagoon don’t allure you into the calm seas and the flourishing marine life of the islands of Fiji, its glowing sapphire waters and lush interiors will. The warmth of the Fijian hospitality is world-renowned, and you can dive deeper into the culture here through their numerous homestays.
Indian passport holders only need a valid passport and do not need a visa for visiting Fiji.
Things to carry when you are travelling abroad
Make a checklist of the below-mentioned items and make sure you never, ever forget these:
- Mandatory essentials: Your passport, ID proofs, ticket details and visa details.
- Safety essentials: International travel insurance to safeguard you against medical emergencies, flight delays, loss of passport, delay or loss of baggage.
- Clothing essentials: Opt for warm breezy clothes for warmer places and sweaters, scarves and jeans for colder places.
- Transaction essentials: Credit card, debit cards and loose cash.
- Connectivity essentials: Cell phone, phone charger, International adapter, power bank and headphones.
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