Question 1

Which countries offer Visa on Arrival to Indians in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Indian passport holders can obtain a visa at the border in destinations such as Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Jordan, Rwanda, Tanzania, Madagascar, Zimbabwe, Bolivia, Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, Kiribati, Marshall Islands and Tuvalu, while Maldives issues a free visa on arrival. Some destinations, including Qatar, Iran, Somalia, Tunisia and Cameroon, grant arrival entry only when specific conditions are met first. Always confirm the current rules before booking, because policies change without notice.

Question 2

Which countries can Indians visit without applying for a visa in advance?

Accepted Answer

Visa-free destinations for Indian passport holders include Thailand (30 days), Nepal (no visa at all), Fiji, Vanuatu, Cook Islands, Niue, Senegal, Angola, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Saint Lucia. Mauritius, Samoa and Seychelles issue an entry permit on arrival instead of a visa, and Seychelles additionally requires an approved Travel Authorisation before departure.

Question 3

Is Maldives Visa on Arrival for Indians?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Maldives issues a free tourist visa on arrival of up to 30 days to all nationalities, including Indian passport holders. You need a machine-readable passport with at least one month's validity, a confirmed onward ticket, a prepaid booking at a registered hotel, resort or guesthouse or sufficient funds, and a Traveller Declaration submitted free of charge on the IMUGA portal within 96 hours before arrival.

Question 4

Is Indonesia Visa on Arrival for Indians?

Accepted Answer

Yes. India is on Indonesia's Visa on Arrival list. The fee is IDR 500,000 for a 30-day stay, extendable once by another 30 days. You can pay at the arrival counter at a designated airport, or apply for the electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VOA) online before you fly. Indonesia is not visa-free for Indians — visa-free entry there applies only to ASEAN nationals.

Question 5

Is Thailand Visa on Arrival or visa-free for Indians?

Accepted Answer

Thailand is visa-free for Indian passport holders, not a Visa on Arrival destination. From 15 September 2026 the visa-exemption stay was reduced from 60 days to 30 days per entry, visa-free entries by land border are capped at two per calendar year, and Thailand's Visa on Arrival scheme was narrowed to just three nationalities, which do not include India. Longer stays need a Thai e-Visa applied for in advance.

Question 6

Do Indians need a visa for Qatar?

Accepted Answer

Indian passport holders can receive free entry for up to 30 days on arrival in Qatar, but the Ministry of Interior currently requires travellers on Indian passports to hold a hotel booking made through the Discover Qatar platform before travelling — bookings from other websites are not accepted. You also need a passport valid for at least six months and a confirmed return ticket. Applying for a Hayya A2 e-visa in advance is the alternative route.

Question 7

What documents are required for Visa on Arrival?

Accepted Answer

Typically your original passport with the required validity, a confirmed return or onward ticket, accommodation confirmation, proof of sufficient funds, and the visa fee in the accepted currency. Some destinations add a passport-size photograph, travel insurance, a completed arrival or declaration form, or a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Check the country page on this guide for the exact list.

Question 8

Can Visa on Arrival be rejected at the airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A visa on arrival is a facility, not a guarantee. The immigration officer can refuse entry if documents are incomplete, the purpose of travel is unclear, funds appear insufficient, or the traveller does not meet the published conditions. Carrying a complete, well-organised document set is the best protection.

Question 9

How much does Visa on Arrival cost?

Accepted Answer

It varies widely. Maldives, Qatar and Tuvalu issue arrival entry free of charge; Cambodia is about US$30, Laos about US$40, Tanzania and Rwanda about US$50, Jordan JOD 40 (waived with a qualifying Jordan Pass), and Indonesia IDR 500,000. Fees are set by each government and can change without notice.

Question 10

Do I need a return ticket for Visa on Arrival?

Accepted Answer

In almost every case, yes. A confirmed return or onward ticket is one of the standard conditions for arrival entry, and airlines often check it before boarding. Travelling on a one-way ticket is a common reason for refusal.

Question 11

Is travel insurance mandatory for Visa on Arrival?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the destination. Iran requires insurance accepted by its authorities, and Seychelles expects cover for the trip. Many other destinations do not make it compulsory, but it is strongly recommended — medical costs abroad can be significant, and insurance strengthens your case at immigration.

Country	Entry Type	Stay Duration	Visa Fee	Key Requirement	Details
Maldives	Free Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days	FreeNo visa fee — the 30-day tourist visa is issued free on arrival	IMUGA Traveller Declaration within 96 hours before travel	View
Indonesia	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days (extendable once)	ApplicableIDR 500,000 per person	Passport valid 6+ months and an outbound ticket	View
Thailand	Visa-Free	Up to 30 days per entry	FreeNo visa fee under the visa-exemption scheme	Visa-free entry — Visa on Arrival no longer applies to Indian passports	View
Qatar	Conditional VoA	Up to 30 days	FreeFree entry for Indian passport holders meeting the conditions	Confirmed hotel booking made through Discover Qatar	View
Cambodia	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days	ApplicableUS$30 tourist visa on arrival	Cambodia e-Arrival card plus fee in cash	View
Laos	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days	ApplicableApproximately US$40 on arrival (varies by checkpoint)	Photograph and fee in cash at the arrival counter	View
Seychelles	Entry Permit	Visitor's permit up to 30 days, extendable	ApplicableNo visa fee; the compulsory Travel Authorisation carries a processing fee	Approved Seychelles Travel Authorisation before departure	View
Mauritius	Entry Permit	Up to 90 days per year	FreeNo visa fee for Indian passport holders	Accommodation, return ticket and funds shown on arrival	View
Tanzania	Visa on Arrival	Up to 90 days	ApplicableUS$50 ordinary visa	Yellow fever certificate if arriving from a risk country	View
Madagascar	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days (short-stay visa)	ApplicableAround EUR 35–45 depending on the length of stay	Fee payable on arrival; e-visa pre-application recommended	View
Angola	Visa-Free	Up to 30 days (90 days per year)	FreeNo visa fee for short tourist stays	Return ticket, accommodation and yellow fever certificate	View
Bolivia	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days per visit (90 days per year)	ApplicableAround US$50–100 depending on category	Yellow fever certificate and full supporting document set	View
Cabo Verde	Conditional VoA	Up to 30 days	ApplicableAirport security tax payable; visa fee where a visa is required	Pre-registration on the EASE platform before travel	View
Cameroon	Conditional VoA	Up to 30 days	ApplicableFee payable on arrival where pre-approval is granted	Pre-approval arranged before departure	View
Cook Islands	Visa-Free	Up to 31 days	FreeNo visa fee	Onward ticket and confirmed accommodation	View
Djibouti	eVisa / ETA	Up to 30 days	Applicablee-Visa fee payable online	Approved e-Visa before boarding	View
Ethiopia	eVisa / ETA	Up to 30 or 90 days by category	Applicablee-Visa fee from about US$82 for 30 days	Approved e-Visa before departure	View
Fiji	Visa-Free	Up to 4 months	FreeNo visa fee for visitor entry	Onward ticket and accommodation on arrival	View
Guinea-Bissau	Visa on Arrival	Up to 90 days	ApplicableFee payable on arrival, commonly in euros	Yellow fever certificate and fee in cash	View
Iran	Conditional VoA	Up to 15 days	ApplicableVisa fee plus compulsory Iranian travel insurance	Compulsory Iranian travel insurance and eligible airport	View
Jamaica	Visa-Free	Up to 30 days	FreeNo visa fee for short tourist visits	Immigration/Customs C5 declaration and accommodation proof	View
Jordan	Visa on Arrival	Up to 1 month	ApplicableJOD 40 single entry — waived with a qualifying Jordan Pass	Jordan Pass or fee at the counter	View
Kenya	eVisa / ETA	Up to 90 days per entry	ApplicableeTA fee of about US$30–34	Approved eTA before boarding — no arrival option	View
Kiribati	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days	VariesFee depends on the permit issued at arrival	Onward ticket, accommodation and sufficient funds	View
Mauritania	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days	ApplicableAround EUR 55, payable in cash on arrival	Fee in euros cash at an eligible entry point	View
Marshall Islands	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days	ApplicableVisitor permit fee payable on arrival	Onward ticket and accommodation booking	View
Mongolia	eVisa / ETA	Up to 30 days	Applicablee-Visa fee payable online	Approved e-Visa before travel	View
Myanmar	eVisa / ETA	Up to 28 days (tourist e-Visa)	ApplicableTourist e-Visa about US$50	Approved e-Visa before departure	View
Niue	Visa-Free	Up to 30 days	FreeNo visa fee	Confirmed accommodation and onward ticket	View
Réunion Island	Visa Required	As granted by the visa issued	ApplicableFrench visa fee applies	French DOM visa obtained before departure	View
Rwanda	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days	ApplicableAbout US$50 single entry	Fee on arrival; online pre-application recommended	View
Saint Kitts & Nevis	Visa-Free	Up to 3 months	FreeNo visa fee for short visits	Onward ticket and accommodation details	View
Saint Lucia	Visa-Free	Up to 6 weeks	FreeNo visa fee for short visits	Onward ticket and accommodation details	View
Samoa	Entry Permit	Up to 60 days	FreeEntry permit issued free on arrival	Onward ticket and accommodation on arrival	View
Senegal	Visa-Free	Up to 90 days	FreeNo visa fee for short tourist visits	Yellow fever certificate and return ticket	View
Somalia	Conditional VoA	Up to 30 days	ApplicableAround US$60 on arrival where granted	Invitation or sponsor letter arranged in advance	View
Sri Lanka	eVisa / ETA	30 days, double entry	FreeETA issued free of charge for Indian nationals	Approved ETA obtained online before arrival	View
Suriname	Conditional VoA	Up to 90 days	ApplicableTourist card or e-Visa fee applies	Tourist card or e-Visa obtained before travel	View
Tajikistan	eVisa / ETA	Up to 45 or 60 days by category	Applicablee-Visa fee from about US$50	Approved e-Visa; GBAO permit for the Pamir region	View
Tunisia	Conditional VoA	Up to 90 days	FreeNo visa fee where arrival entry is granted	Organised tour or confirmed hotel booking is commonly required	View
Tuvalu	Free Visa on Arrival	Up to 1 month	FreeVisitor visa issued free on arrival	Onward ticket and accommodation confirmation	View
Vanuatu	Visa-Free	Up to 30 days	FreeNo visa fee for short tourist visits	Onward ticket and accommodation details	View
Vietnam	eVisa / ETA	Up to 90 days, single or multiple entry	ApplicableUS$25 single entry / US$50 multiple entry	Approved e-Visa before departure — no VoA for Indian passports	View
Zimbabwe	Visa on Arrival	Up to 30 days	ApplicableAbout US$30 single entry / US$45 double entry	Fee in US dollars cash at the counter	View
Nepal	Visa-Free	No visa required for Indian citizens	FreeNo visa and no visa fee for Indian citizens	Accepted photo identity document for Indian citizens	View

Visa on Arrival Countries for Indians – 2026

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45 destinations matching your filter

Maldives

Indonesia

Thailand

Qatar

Cambodia

Laos

Seychelles

Mauritius

Tanzania

Madagascar

Angola

Bolivia

Cabo Verde

Cameroon

Cook Islands

Djibouti

Ethiopia

Fiji

Guinea-Bissau

Iran

Jamaica

Jordan

Kenya

Kiribati

Mauritania

Marshall Islands

Mongolia

Myanmar

Niue

Réunion Island

Rwanda

Saint Kitts & Nevis

Saint Lucia

Samoa

Senegal

Somalia

Sri Lanka

Suriname

Tajikistan

Tunisia

Tuvalu

Vanuatu

Vietnam

Zimbabwe

Nepal

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