Nearest 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.

16 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.

1

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 guide
3

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 guide
4

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 guide
5

Kathmandu, Nepal

Visa Free
Unlimited (no visa required)

Pro Tip: Easiest international destination for Indians - literally no visa needed

Read full Kathmandu visa guide
7

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 guide
8

Thimphu, Bhutan

Visa Free
Unlimited (no visa required for Indians)

Pro Tip: Easiest Himalayan destination - no visa hassles

Read full Thimphu visa guide
9

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 guide
10

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 guide
11

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 guide
12

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 guide
13

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 guide
14

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 guide
15

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

eVisa
Up to 30 days
$20 single entry; $35 double entry; $50 multiple entry
Apply online before travel

Pro Tip: Use only the official eVisa portal linked by Uzbekistan's government

Read full Tashkent visa guide

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