Travel Visa-Free To These Countries With Your Indian Passport
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There was a time when international vacations were nothing but a distant dream to most of the Indians, especially the ones that belonged to the middle-class crate of the Indian society. But now, the whole concept of budget traveling which has become a trend is helping or rather allowing every naïve traveler to fulfill his/her dream of wandering in other countries.
What is it that one annoying thing when it comes to international travel? Everything should apparently be extremely exciting and enthralling, right? However, there is this one thing — the visa procedures which become quite a hassle for most of us Indians. The long procedures almost kill all the excitement of the trip that we are planning. What do we do then? We need to consider traveling smart! By this we mean, this 2019, why don’t we consider visiting countries where you don’t have to struggle to get a visa? Here, we’re presenting to you a list of some beautiful countries where we, Indians, can travel without a visa. Read on and start planning your international vacay.
1. Indonesia
Type Of Visa: No visa
Visa Details: If you’re an Indian passport holder, you are exempted from a tourist visa for your stay in Indonesia. However, the exemption is valid only for up to 30 days.
Why Visit: You’ve got pristine beaches, you’ve also got amazing ancient temples whose architecture is bound to leave you spellbound. It’s one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. The cost of living here is also very cheap. Indulge in Bali villas which are famous for their fresh vegan floating breakfasts and paddy fields, or enjoy shopping in the bustling capital city of Indonesia, Jakarta. If you’re a beach bum, this place is a must go.
2. Bhutan
Type Of Visa: No visa
Visa Details: Indian passport holders can have a visa-free stay in Bhutan for up to 30 days. All you’ll need is valid travel documents like your Indian passport and a voter identity card which is issued by the Election Commission of India.
Why Visit: Known fondly as the world’s happiest country, Bhutan is a country that will offer you some jaw-dropping sites. The Tiger’s Nest is a prominent Himalayan Buddhist sacred site which is located on the cliffside of the Paro valley. The splendid and enormous Tashichho Dzong which is a fortified monastery and a government place whose uniqueness is its gold-leafed roofs is also one of the most iconic structures of this tiny landlocked country. If you’ve always wanted to explore Buddhism, this country is the land to be.
3. Maldives
Type Of Visa: No visa
Visa Details: Visa-free stay valid for up to 90 days
Why Visit: A very popular honeymoon destination among Indians, Maldives is definitely nothing short of a slice of heaven situated on the Indian Ocean. The island is made up of 26 ring-shaped atolls. The pristine white sand beaches and the beautiful sky above will never stop surprising you with breathtaking views. Also, every ocean lover can indulge in canoeing, snorkeling, sea bobbing, rollerblading, etc.
4. Seychelles
Type Of Visa: Visa on arrival
Visa Details: The validity of visa on arrival lasts for up to 30 days
Why Visit: Found just off the coast of East Africa, one can find Seychelles. It is an archipelago of a whopping 115 islands on the Indian Ocean. It is very popular for its pink sand beaches and breathtaking views of coral reefs. It is also home to rare animals like the Aldabra tortoises. And its beaches look like they were right out of some paradise.
5. Cambodia
Type Of Visa: Visa on arrival
Visa Details: The validity of visa on arrival lasts for up to 30 days
Why Visit: If you love engrossing in learning ancient heritage, then Cambodia is a must-visit country for you. This country is truly a blessed beauty! Its massive historic sites and ancient temples will transport you to a time of absolute charm.
6. Fiji
Type Of Visa: No visa
Visa Details: Indian passport holders can stay here visa-free for up to four months
Why Visit: Fiji’s archipelago consists of 300 islands. Suva, its capital is home to some stunning colonial architecture from the British times. Fiji is famous for its lagoons which are crystal clear and also palm-lined beaches.
Did You Know?
- The Indian passport ranks 66th as of in 2018. Whereas it’s the Singapore passport that ranks 1st.
- 25 countries in the world offer Indian citizens visa-free travel.
- And 41 countries in the world offer Indian citizens visas on arrival.
- Indians need to obtain a visa for nearly 132 countries to travel.
Has this article pushed you to resume your traveling this 2019? Which country will you be visiting from the above-mentioned list? Let us know in the comments section below.
