• India climbs to 77th rank on the Henley Passport Index 2025, reflecting improved global mobility and stronger diplomatic ties.

• Indian citizens can now visit nearly 60 countries without needing a traditional visa.

• 59 visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations now await Indian travellers.

There are three main types of simplified entry available to Indian travellers:

✅ 1. Visa-Free Entry

Just arrive with your Indian passport and walk in — no visa, no paperwork.

🛬 2. Visa-on-Arrival (VOA)

You’ll get a visa at the airport or port of entry, usually for a small fee and minimal documentation.

🌐 3. Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)

Apply online before your trip. It’s quicker and simpler than traditional visa applications.

Asia & Southeast Asia

• Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar

Africa & Indian Ocean

• Kenya, Mauritius, Seychelles, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Madagascar

Caribbean & Americas

• Barbados, Jamaica, St. Lucia, Dominica, Trinidad and Tobago, Bolivia, El Salvador

Middle East & Central Asia

• Qatar, Iran, Kazakhstan, Macao (SAR China)

Oceania

• Fiji, Vanuatu, Cook Islands, Micronesia, Tuvalu, Samoa