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India passport · 2026

Where can India passport holders travel without a visa?

India passport holders can visit 50 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, 60 with an online ETA or e-Visa, and need a visa issued in advance for 88.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Trip and tours / MERN SolutionsLast updated Open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17) + verified entries

Visa-free (26)

No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.

Visa on arrival (24)

You get the visa at the border. Bring cash/card for the fee, a photo and your onward ticket.

eTA / ETA required (5)

A quick electronic travel authorization must be approved before you fly.

e-Visa required (55)

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport.

Embassy visa required (88)

A visa must be issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center.

FAQ

How many countries can India passport holders visit without a visa?

26 destinations are visa-free and 24 offer a visa on arrival — 50 in total — according to the open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17). Another 5 require an online ETA and 55 an e-Visa.

Which countries need an embassy visa for India citizens?

88 destinations require a visa issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center — for example Afghanistan, Algeria, Andorra, Argentina, Austria.

Can Trip and tours apply for my visa?

Yes — for destinations that need an online e-Visa or ETA, we prepare and check your application and submit it, for one all-in price per traveler. Embassy visas, visa on arrival and visa-free trips need no online application, so for those we show the requirements only. Trip and tours is a private service, not a government site.

Important — private service

Trip and tours is a private visa-assistance service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government or embassy. Prices are all-in totals that include government fees where applicable and our service fee. Approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.

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