Countries You Can Visit with a UK Visa on Indian Passport
A UK Standard Visitor Visa does more than just get you into Britain. It unlocks 21 additional countries across Europe, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Available in durations from 6 months to 10 years, the longer-term visas offer incredible value for frequent travelers. Ireland even lets UK visa holders enter without a separate Irish visa (subject to conditions).
Europe(6)
Ireland
Must first enter UK on your UK visa. Irish stay limited to UK grant period (whichever is shorter).
Albania
Valid multiple-entry UK visa used at least once, or UK residence permit.
Moldova
Valid UK visa (C or D type) or residence permit.
Montenegro
Valid UK visa or residence permit.
North Macedonia
Valid multiple-entry UK visa. Proof of onward travel required.
Serbia
Valid UK visa or residence permit.
North America(1)
Mexico
Valid UK visa or permanent residence.
Europe/Asia(2)
Georgia
Valid UK visa or residence permit.
Turkey
Single-entry eVisa online with valid UK visa or residence permit.
Central America(1)
Panama
Valid UK multiple-entry visa, used at least once, with 1+ year validity.
South America(2)
Peru
Valid UK visa with 6+ months validity.
Uruguay
Valid UK visa with 6+ months validity remaining.
Asia(1)
Philippines
Visa-free with valid UK visa or residence permit.
Caribbean(2)
Antigua and Barbuda
Visa on arrival ($100) with valid UK visa.
Bahamas
Visa on arrival with valid UK visa.
Middle East(4)
Bahrain
Visa on arrival with valid UK visa.
Oman
14-day visa on arrival with valid UK visa.
Saudi Arabia
Visa on arrival with valid UK visa (must be used once). Arrive via Saudia, Flynas, or Flyadeal.
United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
Visa on arrival (AED 120) with valid UK visa with 6+ months validity. Extendable.
Africa(1)
Egypt
Visa on arrival at designated airports with valid UK visa.
Central Asia(1)
Kyrgyzstan
Visa-free 7 days via Manas Airport with UK visa + $500 voucher + return ticket.
Important Things to Know Before You Travel
- Your UK visa must be valid at the time of entry. Most countries require at least 6 months remaining validity.
- A multiple-entry UK visa is preferred by most countries. Single-entry visas may not qualify.
- For Ireland: You must first enter the UK on your UK visa before you can enter Ireland visa-free. Your Irish stay is limited to 90 days or your UK grant period, whichever is shorter.
- Some countries require the UK visa to have been used at least once (entered the UK) before it qualifies you.
- Carry your return ticket, hotel bookings, and proof of funds as immigration may verify these.
- The 10-year UK visa costs £963 (~₹1,05,000) but is the best value for frequent travelers — it unlocks these 21 countries for a decade.
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