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Tired of visa forms that feel like job applications? Of embassy queues longer than your actual holiday? We get it. Traveling with an Indian passport often means navigating a maze of paperwork, interviews, and uncertainty—just to see the world.
That’s why this section is all about Visa Hacks and helpful URLs that might just make your life a little easier. I’m happy to support—so your passport collects memories, not migraines.
But, but, but... visa rules change faster than flight prices, so please treat the info below as guidance only. Always double-check with official sources before you pack your bags. Let’s make your travel smooooth then?

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Indians must obtain a Visa from the Afghanistan Embassy, for Tourism.

Indians can get an eVisa for Bahrain BUT if one holds an UK/USA/Schengen Visa; is allowed a more easier option - Visa on Arrival.


Indians can visit Bhutan for Tourism, with a simple entry permit.
https://www.mfa.gov.bt/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Entry-permit-form.pdf

Indians must obtain a Visa from the nearest Brunei Darussalam Embassy, for Tourism.


Indians must obtain a Visa from the nearest Chinese Visa Application Center, for Tourism.

Indians can visit Indonesia for Tourism, with an eVisa.
https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/front/faq/dd5c2220-28a7-4024-9a10-82f30a09e0d2

Indians can visit Iran VISA-FREE for Tourism—just stay under 15 days and you're good to go.

Indians must obtain a Visa from the nearest Iraq Embassy, for Tourism.


Indians can visit Japan for Tourism, with an eVisa

Indians can visit Jordan for Tourism, with a Visa on Arrival, provided they hold a valid UK/USA/Schengen Visa

Indians can visit Kuwait for Tourism with an eVisa, provided they hold a valid UK/USA/Schengen visa.

Indians get 7-day VISA-FREE entry to Kyrgyzstan. Re-entry allowed after 21 days with valid US/UK/Schengen visas.


Indians must obtain a Visa from the nearest Lebanon Visa Application Center (via VFS), for Tourism.

Indians can visit Malaysia for Tourism, VISA-FREE.
https://www.kln.gov.my/web/ind_new-delhi/requirement_foreigner

Indians are granted Tourist Visa-on-Arrival to the Maldives.




This is tricky :) Indians must obtain a visa to visit North Korea. Travel here is highly restricted and must be arranged through authorized / licensed tour operators.

Indians can get VISA-FREE until 14 days for Tourism in Oman (Also VISA-FREE if they have a valid USA/UK/Canada/Schengen visa).
https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ar/loginportal or https://www.fm.gov.om/visitors/entry-visas/

Indians can visit Pakistan via the Kartarpur Corridor using an eTA, despite current political tensions.

Indians can get a Visa FREE entry, not exceeding14 days, in Philippines IF one holds an UK/USA/Schengen Visa.

Indians can visit Qatar for Tourism, VISA-FREE.
https://visitqatar.com/intl-en/plan-your-trip/visas/visa-details

Indians usually need a consulate visa for Saudi Arabia Tourism, but those with used USA, UK, or Schengen visa can get a Visa on Arrival.

Indians require a Visa to visit Singapore for Tourism, but no Embassy visits needed, can apply via trusted 3rd party like MMT.
https://www.mfa.gov.sg/Overseas-Mission/New-Delhi/Consular-Services/Visa-Information

Indians must obtain a Visa from the nearest South Korea Visa Application Center, for Tourism


This is tricky too :) Indians must obtain a visa to visit Syria. Travel here is highly restricted and must be arranged through authorized / licensed tour operators.


Indians can visit Thailand for Tourism, VISA-FREE.

Indians can get Visa-on-Arrival for Tourism in Timor-Leste

Indian citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan, which requires a Letter of Invitation from a licensed travel agency.
https://india.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/consular-services/viza-application-of-turkmenistan

Indians can visit United Arab Emirates for Tourism, with a Visa on Arrival.
https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi/media-hub/embassy-news/19-2-2025-new-delhi



Indians need a Yemen visa via Embassy; Govs. are advising against travel due to conflict
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