Published on August 05, 2025 at 07:41 AM | Category: Visa Services
Indian Passport Now Grants Access to 59 Countries Without Prior Visa
Indian passport holders can now travel to 59 countries without a prior visa, as per the Henley Passport Index July 2025, boosting India’s rank to 77th globally.
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August 05, 2025
New Delhi — July 2025: Indian passport holders can now visit 59 countries without applying for a visa in advance, according to the latest Henley Passport Index (July 2025). This development has boosted India’s ranking from 85th to 77th globally.
The updated list covers destinations offering visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival (VoA), and Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), making international travel more convenient for Indian citizens by cutting down on processing time and paperwork.
However, travelers are advised to check individual country entry rules before booking trips, as permitted stay durations and documentation requirements may vary. It is recommended that passengers consult official government or embassy websites to confirm the latest visa policies prior to departure.
Visa Access for Indian Passport Holders (2025)
| Access Type | Countries / Territories (59 Total) |
|---|---|
| Visa-Free (30 countries) | Angola, Barbados, Bhutan, British Virgin Islands, Cook Islands, Dominica, Fiji, Grenada, Haiti, Iran, Jamaica, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Macao, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mauritius, Micronesia, Montserrat, Nepal, Niue, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, Vanuatu |
| Visa-On-Arrival (28 countries) | Bolivia, Burundi, Cambodia, Cape Verde Islands, Comoro Islands, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Guinea-Bissau, Indonesia, Jordan, Laos, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Palau Islands, Qatar, Samoa, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, St. Lucia, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Tuvalu, Zimbabwe |
| Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA, 1 country) | Seychelles |
By John B Pattassery
Marketing Coordinator, MWT Consultancy
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