Visa-free countries with a passport of India

The Indian passport ranks 66th in the world travel freedom rankings, tied with the Ghanaian ID card. Holders of the document have privileged access to 28 countries. The Indian passport provides its holders with a moderate level of freedom of movement around the world, ranking in the middle of global mobility rankings.

Map of Visa Free Countries for Indian Citizens in 2025

An Indian passport opens the door to 28 countries around the world without the need for a visa. The interactive map of Global Relocate shows the length of stay and entry features. In this material you will find up-to-date information on destinations with comments from a visa expert.

Where Indian citizens can apply for eTA

An eTA is not a visa but a travel authorization that is linked to the traveler’s passport. The eTA process usually takes only a few minutes and once approved, the document is linked to your passport. 42 countries allow Indians to enter with an eTA for a stay of up to 90 days.

List of countries with eTA

1. Albania

2. Antigua & Barbuda

3. Armenia

4. Australia

5. Azerbaijan

6. Bahamas

7. Bahrain

8. Benin

9. Botswana

10. Burkina Faso

11. Cameroon

12. Colombia

13. Congo - Kinshasa

14. Côte d’Ivoire

15. Djibouti

16. Ecuador

17. Egypt

18. Equatorial Guinea

19. Georgia

20. Guinea

21. Hong Kong SAR China

22. Kenya

23. Kyrgyzstan

24. Lesotho

25. Malawi

26. Moldova

27. Mozambique

28. Nigeria

29. Oman

30. Papua New Guinea

31. Russia

32. Singapore

33. South Africa

34. South Korea

35. South Sudan

36. Suriname

37. São Tomé & Príncipe

38. Tajikistan

39. Uganda

40. Uzbekistan

41. Vietnam

42. Zambia

What you need to know before leaving

Indian citizens face various requirements when crossing international borders. Some of the popular destinations include:

• Under EU regulations, Indians have been eligible for a 2-year multiple-entry Schengen visa since April 2023. Citizens with a good visa history can obtain multiple-entry visas for up to 5 years.
• A visa is required to enter the United States through an interview. It is necessary to prove that the trip is temporary and the entrant has sufficient funds to cover its costs.
  
• From spring 2025, Indians can enter Russia with an e-Visa for up to 16 days or participate in visa-free group tours.
  
• Since February 2025, Australia has had an electronic visa (ETA) available for short-term trips, which can be processed online in 48 hours.
  
• A standard visa program is in effect with China.
  

Visa Free Countries Map Guide

The map shows visa requirements for passport holders and travelers. The color coding will help you quickly navigate the entry rules of different countries:

How to use the map:

1. Select the country you are interested in.
2. Pay attention to the color indicating the visa requirements.
3.  Follow the instructions provided to obtain a visa or entry permit.

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