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Indian passport holders get visa-free access to 25 destinations, 40 on arrival
Indian passport holders get visa-free access to 25 destinations, 40 on arrival
Indian passport holders can now travel visa-free to 25 countries and obtain visa-on-arrival at 40 others, with stays ranging from 14 to 180 days, according to an update from Gulf News. The…
Indian passport holders can now travel visa-free to 25 countries and obtain visa-on-arrival at 40 others, with stays ranging from 14 to 180 days, according to an update from Gulf News. The visa-free list includes European nations such as France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland, as well as microstates like Andorra, Monaco, and Vatican City. Several countries allow stays up to 90 days for tourism or business without prior approval.
Among visa-on-arrival destinations, popular options include Thailand, Indonesia, Maldives, and Mauritius, while some nations in Africa and the Caribbean also feature. Travellers must ensure their passport has at least six months of validity beyond the travel date. The list does not include the United States, Canada, Australia, or most Gulf countries, where Indian passport holders still need a visa before departure.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The Henley Passport Index ranks the Indian passport 84th globally, a position that has slipped in recent years as other nations expanded visa-waiver access. The list includes many European Schengen states, which permit 90-day stays within their zone, but does not grant blanket work rights. Independent travellers must still carry return tickets, proof of funds, and hotel bookings for border checks. For those planning longer stays, many of these destinations require registration with local police within days of arrival. The practical ease of travel also depends on direct flight connectivity from Indian metros and exchange-rate costs that vary sharply between Schengen and non-Schengen countries. The next quarterly ranking update from Henley & Partners is expected in January.
Source: gulfnews.com
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