Countries With Visa on Arrival for Indian Citizens
Visa on Arrival: What Does It Mean?
A Visa on Arrival (VOA) means you do not need to apply for a visa before your trip. Instead, you obtain it directly at the immigration counter of your destination airport. For Indian passport holders, this is a valuable option — Indian passports grant VOA access to a growing list of countries across Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean.
Thailand
Thailand is one of the most popular VOA destinations for Indians. The visa on arrival is valid for 15 days and costs 2,000 Thai Baht (~USD 55). You must carry a passport valid for at least 30 days, a confirmed return ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds (10,000 THB per person). Note: Thailand also offers an e-Visa option which is recommended to avoid long queues.
Maldives
Indian citizens receive a free 30-day visa on arrival to the Maldives — no fee, no pre-application needed. You only need a valid passport, a confirmed return ticket, and proof of hotel or resort booking. The Maldives is an especially popular honeymoon and luxury travel destination for Indians.
Cambodia
Cambodia grants Indian passport holders a 30-day tourist VOA at major entry points including Phnom Penh and Siem Reap airports. The cost is USD 30 and you'll need one passport photo, your passport (valid for at least 6 months), and proof of sufficient funds. An e-Visa for USD 36 is also available and avoids queues.
Indonesia
Indonesia offers a Visa on Arrival for 30 days, extendable by another 30 days. The fee is IDR 500,000 (~USD 32). Entry via major international airports such as Bali (Ngurah Rai), Jakarta (Soekarno-Hatta), and Surabaya is straightforward. Carry cash in USD or IDR for the VOA fee payment on arrival.
Seychelles
The Seychelles grants a Visitor's Permit on Arrival — essentially a free VOA — to all nationalities including Indians. The permit is valid for 30 days (extendable up to 3 months total). You need a return ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds. No fees apply.
Other Notable Countries With VOA for Indians
- Nepal: 15/30/90-day VOA | USD 25/40/100
- Bhutan: Permit issued on arrival | USD 200/day (all-inclusive fee)
- Sri Lanka: ETA required online, processed within minutes | USD 20
- Qatar: 30-day free VOA for Indian nationals
- Jordan: VOA available at most entry points | JOD 40 (~USD 56)
- Kenya: e-Visa or VOA | USD 50
- Mauritius: Free 60-day VOA for all nationalities
- Timor-Leste: 30-day VOA | USD 30
Important Tips for Visa on Arrival
Always carry cash in USD or local currency as many VOA counters do not accept cards. Arrive with a printed copy of your hotel booking and return flight. Immigration queues for VOA can be long — budget extra time. Some countries offer an e-Visa alternative which lets you skip the arrival queue entirely. Always confirm the latest VOA policies before travel as rules can change with short notice.