Tourist Visas for Indians: Top 30 Destinations, Costs, and Stay Durations [2024 Guide] 

Visa Guide for Indian Travelers

Traveling abroad from India has become increasingly accessible, with numerous destinations offering visa-on-arrival or e-visa facilities. For Indian tourists, understanding visa requirements, costs, and stay durations is crucial for smooth travel planning. This guide provides comprehensive information on tourist visas for the top 30 countries visited by Indians, including visa-free countries. Whether you’re planning a trip to the pristine beaches of Thailand, the bustling cities of the United States, or the scenic landscapes of Switzerland, this guide has got you covered.

Visa-Free Countries for Indian Citizens

Indian passport holders enjoy visa-free access to several countries. Here are the key visa-free destinations:

  • Nepal: Indian citizens can enter and stay without a visa.
  • Mauritius: Up to 60 days without a visa.
  • Hong Kong: Free for visits up to 14 days.
  • Maldives: Free visa on arrival for 30 days.
  • Bhutan: Visa-free entry for Indian citizens.

CountryVisa TypesCostDuration of StaySource
United Arab Emirates (UAE)Single-entry tourist visa, Multiple-entry 5-year visaAED 200 for 30 days, AED 300 for 60 days30 or 60 days; up to 90 days per visit for 5-year visaUAE Government Portal
ThailandSingle-entry tourist visa, Visa on arrivalTHB 2,000 for visa on arrival, approx. INR 2,500 for single-entry15 days (Visa on arrival), 60 days (single-entry tourist visa)Thai Embassy
United StatesB1/B2 Tourist VisaUSD 160Up to 6 months per visitU.S. Embassy in India
SingaporeTourist visaSGD 30 (application fee)Up to 30 days per visitSingapore ICA
MalaysiaSingle-entry tourist visa, eVisaApprox. MYR 45 for eVisaUp to 30 daysMalaysian Immigration
United KingdomStandard Visitor visaGBP 100Up to 6 months per visitUK Government
AustraliaVisitor visa (subclass 600)AUD 145Up to 12 months, depending on individual case assessmentAustralian Government
MaldivesTourist visa (on arrival)Free30 days, extendable up to 90 daysMaldives Immigration
NepalTourist visaUSD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, USD 125 for 90 days15, 30, or 90 days, with extensions available up to 150 daysNepal Immigration
MauritiusTourist visa (visa on arrival)FreeUp to 60 daysMauritius Immigration
Sri LankaElectronic Travel Authorization (ETA)USD 35Up to 30 days, extendable up to 6 monthsSri Lanka ETA
Indonesia (Bali)Visa on arrival, Tourist visaUSD 35 for visa on arrival30 days, extendable by another 30 daysIndonesia Immigration
Hong KongTourist visaFree for visits up to 14 days, HKD 190 for longer stays14 days without a visa, up to 90 days with a visaHong Kong Immigration
CanadaVisitor visaCAD 100Up to 6 months per visitGovernment of Canada
Saudi ArabiaTourist eVisaSAR 300 (plus insurance)Up to 90 days per visit, valid for one year with multiple entriesSaudi Tourism
FranceSchengen Tourist VisaEUR 80Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodFrance-Visas
GermanySchengen Tourist VisaEUR 80Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodGermany Visa
ItalySchengen Tourist VisaEUR 80Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodItaly Visa
SwitzerlandSchengen Tourist VisaEUR 80Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodSwitzerland Visa
New ZealandVisitor visaNZD 211Up to 9 monthsNew Zealand Immigration
ChinaTourist (L) visaCNY 65030 days per visitChinese Visa Application Service
TurkeyeVisaUSD 60Up to 30 daysTurkish eVisa
JapanTourist visaJPY 3,000Up to 90 daysJapan Visa
South AfricaTourist visaZAR 1,480Up to 90 daysSouth African Visa
QatarTourist visaQAR 100Up to 30 daysQatar eVisa
OmanTourist visaOMR 5 for 10-day visa, OMR 20 for 30-day visa10 days or 30 daysOman E-Visa

The information provided in this guide is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the content up-to-date and accurate, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in this guide. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.

We advise you to check with the official government websites or embassies of the respective countries for the most current visa requirements, costs, and duration of stay, as these can change without notice. We are not responsible for any errors or omissions or for the results obtained from the use of this information.

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