Planning a trip overseas! But stuck in
arranging a visa for yourself? Well, its time you start packing your bags
because here we enlist the countries you can visit with an Indian passport
without visa. With some of these countries requiring no visa for Indians while
some offering visa on arrival to Indians, you can apply for visa after you make
the touch down at your holiday destination.
1. Bhutan
The land of thunder
dragon or the last Shangri La, has ensured that tourism doesn’t affect the
tradition, culture and the most pristine Himalayan land that exists in the
world. However the good news for Indians is that they don’t have to pay the
hefty $250 per day tourism fee as other nationals. There are monasteries to
visit, rare wildlife to spot and most of all the cultural immersion and the
simple way of life of Bhutanese people will simply left you awestruck.
Visa qualification: Not
required
Duration: 30 Day
2. Thailand
Among the
island nations that reside in the Indian Ocean, Thailand radiates with a
certain hue. Its golden glittering temples, exotic beaches, melting pots of
culture and the ever-comforting Thai smile; resplendent to its maximum.
Visa qualification: Visa fee of 1000
Thai Baht, visa on arrival should be collected at first point Entry or Landing
and not final destination.
Duration: 15 days
3. Maldives
Maldives
enjoy its reputation as an island group, rather than a country spoiled by the
fragments of civilization trying to settle in. This island nation in the Indian
Ocean has an unbelievable range of coral reefs or one can say atolls, dispersed all around its mainland.
Such an abundance of them make for the best underwater activities like
snorkeling and scuba diving, one can ever have in his lifetime.
Visa qualification: With the exception
of the capital Malé, tourists are generally prohibited from visiting non-resort
islands without the express permission of the Government of Maldives.
Duration: 15 Days
4. Mauritius
No doubt why this
island nation is visited by millions every year. The island has a lot more than the
beaches too. Holiday in this tropical paradise is an amalgamation, where one
can mingle deep into the culture and civilization, without compromising on the
selfish relentless fun that sprouts from its locales.
Visa qualification: No visa
Duration: 14 days
5.
Madagascar
Madagascar is unlike any place you would have ever visited.
This mysterious island has desert and rainforests and comes packed with 12,000
species of plants, over 300 species of frogs and is home to half of the world’s
population of chameleons
Visa qualification: No
Visa
Duration: 90 days
6. Cambodia
The countryside of Cambodia is still largely unexplored and
sleeps in the bed of enchanting landscapes, which are constantly in guard of
the forested highlands and Cardamom Mountains. Footsteps of these mountains are
washed down by the perennial Mekong River. On the contrary, down south coasts
of Cambodia never stays so calm. Idyllic beaches with electrifying parties are
their prime traits.
Visa qualification: Visa
on arrival $30 to be paid in USD
Duration: 30 Days
7. Indonesia
Indonesia in the South east of Asia is an archipelago of
islands, the numbers of which are marked in thousands. Usually Bali manages to
snatch away all the headlines; not to blame it as the mountain scenery and
beaches of it are just spectacular.
Visa qualification: No Visa
Duration: 30 days
8. Kenya
Kenya is more of an animal kingdom, where you can get
unbelievably close to wild animals. Being one of the favourite destinations for
National Geographic and Animal Planet, Kenya never feels shy to flaunt its
wildlife as its major treasure. Travel to Maasai Mara where in the name of
wildlife safari you will get to witness migration of more than a million
Wildebeest.
Visa qualification: Visa
on arrival
Duration: 3 months
9. Macau
One can call it a city of duality. Macau in the west of Hong
Kong has a plethora of churches and fortresses that represent a foreign
cultural heritage; being the repercussions of the colonial rule of the
Portuguese. Macau can also be considered like the same of Las Vegas, as
gambling is perfectly legal here.
Visa qualification: Visa
not required
Duration: 30 days
10. Nepal
Land of the mighty snow peaks, Sherpas and the mystique Yeti,
Nepal is the closest one can travel to the Himalayas. Being awarded with the
highest mountain in the world (Mt. Everest), one can easily guess the country’s
inclination towards high altitude adventures that bring gutsy travelers from
all corners of the world.
Visa qualification: Visa
not required
Duration: n/a
11. Seychelles
Countless paradises of white sand in contrast with topaz blue
ocean front, lush green hills on the other side as you take a stroll through
its shores. Seychelles is every beach lover’s dream. The island boundaries of
Seychelles are dotted with numerous picture perfect, unspoiled beaches that are
actually pristine hideaways. And if that can’t keep you busy, this tropical
paradise has jungle walks, boat excursions and under water affairs in the name
of snorkeling.
Visa qualification: Visa
on arrival
Duration: 1 month
12.
Fiji
A collection of volcanic islands spanning across 1000 miles
in the South Pacific, Fiji is renowned for its sun kissed beaches, swaying
palms and turquoise lagoons. There are plenty of adventure activities to
undertake in Fiji. In fact Fiji is so versatile in offering diverse experiences
that it is as favored with luxury honeymoon seeker as it is with backpackers or
families.
Visa qualification: No
Visa
Duration: 6 months
13.
St. Kitts and Nevis
A dual island nation combining some of
the most pristine beaches and lush mountains, St Kitts and Nevis are your
perfect getaway to tropical warm weather land. There are lot of adventures to
have had along with colonial legacy to explore at many plantations.
Visa qualification: No Visa
Duration: n/a
14.
Jordan
