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Thailand, Thailand
Visa Free
60 days
Pro Tip: Download the TDAC QR code after submission - you'll need to show it at immigration
Read full Thailand visa guideNearest Visa-Free Countries from India
You don't need a long-haul flight or a visa to have an international adventure. These visa-free countries are just a short flight away from India — many within 3-5 hours — and you can go without any advance visa planning.
18 destinations
Updated February 2026
How We Selected This List
Visa-free countries reachable from major Indian cities (Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore) within approximately 5 hours flight time.
Geography is your friend. India's location in South Asia means you're within striking distance of dozens of incredible destinations without a visa. Make the most of every long weekend.
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Bangkok, Thailand
Visa Free
60 days
Pro Tip: Fly into Don Mueang (DMK) for cheaper AirAsia flights from India
Read full Bangkok visa guide3
Maldives, Maldives
Visa Free
30 days (extendable up to 90 days)
Pro Tip: Keep hotel booking confirmation handy - immigration may ask
Read full Maldives visa guide4
Colombo, Sri Lanka
eVisa
30 days (extendable)
$50 (~₹4,200) for tourist ETA
Immediate to 24 hours
Pro Tip: Apply for ETA at least 2-3 days before travel (though instant approval is common)
Read full Colombo visa guide5
Kathmandu, Nepal
Visa Free
Unlimited (no visa required)
Pro Tip: Easiest international destination for Indians - literally no visa needed
Read full Kathmandu visa guide6
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Visa Free
30 days
Pro Tip: Complete MDAC at least 3 days before travel - don't wait till last minute
Read full Kuala Lumpur visa guide7
Port Louis, Mauritius
Visa Free
60 days (90 days possible with extension)
Pro Tip: One of the most beautiful and Indian-friendly destinations
Read full Port Louis visa guide8
Thimphu, Bhutan
Visa Free
Unlimited (no visa required for Indians)
Pro Tip: Easiest Himalayan destination - no visa hassles
Read full Thimphu visa guide9
Hanoi, Vietnam
eVisa
30 days (single or multiple entry) or 90 days (multiple entry)
$25 for 30-day single entry, $50 for 90-day multiple entry
3 working days
Pro Tip: Apply at least 1 week before travel (though usually approved in 3 days)
Read full Hanoi visa guide10
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
eVisa
30 days
$36 (includes $30 visa + $6 processing fee)
3 business days
Pro Tip: E-visa saves time at airport compared to visa on arrival
Read full Phnom Penh visa guide11
Tbilisi, Georgia
eVisa
30 days (can extend to 90 days)
$20 for tourist e-visa
3-5 working days
Pro Tip: Georgia is becoming very popular with Indian travelers
Read full Tbilisi visa guide12
Baku, Azerbaijan
eVisa
30 days (single entry)
$25 (~₹2,100) standard, $60 (~₹5,000) urgent (both include $5 service fee)
3 working days (standard) or 3 hours (urgent)
Pro Tip: Standard e-visa ($25) is good value - apply 1 week before travel
Read full Baku visa guide13
Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan
Visa Free
14 days visa-free
FREE for 14-day visa-free entry
No visa needed for 14 days
Pro Tip: 14 days visa-free makes Kazakhstan incredibly easy!
Read full Kazakhstan visa guide14
Oman, Oman
Visa Free
14 days visa-free
FREE for 14-day visa-free entry
No visa needed for 14 days
Pro Tip: 14-day visa-free makes Oman incredibly easy to visit!
Read full Oman visa guide15
Manila, Philippines
Visa Free
30 days (extendable up to 59 days)
FREE
No visa needed
Pro Tip: 30 days visa-free is generous for island hopping
Read full Manila visa guide16
Yerevan, Armenia
Visa Free
180 days per year
FREE
No visa needed
Pro Tip: 180 days is one of the longest visa-free stays for Indians anywhere
Read full Yerevan visa guide17
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Visa Free
30 days per visit
FREE
No visa needed
Pro Tip: Samarkand and Bukhara are stunning Silk Road cities
Read full Tashkent visa guide18
Marrakech, Morocco
Visa Free
90 days
FREE
No visa needed
Pro Tip: Morocco is visa-free and incredibly affordable
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