From Indonesia and Mauritius to Fiji and Zimbabwe, Indian passport holders have access to a wide range of tourist-friendly destinations without the hassle of a visa.
May 5, 2025 | Traveling abroad just got easier for Indian passport holders! According to the Henley Passport Index 2025, Indian citizens can now travel to 58 countries without needing a visa—a welcome update for globetrotters tired of paperwork and long visa queues.
While India’s passport rank has dropped slightly to 81 (from 80 in 2024), the number of visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations remains strong. From scenic beaches to exotic wildlife safaris, the list includes popular getaways like Indonesia, Mauritius, Maldives, and Fiji, as well as hidden gems like Laos, Palau, and Guinea-Bissau.
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Whether you’re chasing wildlife in Kenya, diving into the blue waters of Micronesia, or hiking in Bhutan, these destinations offer rich experiences without the red tape.
✈️ Visa-Free Countries for Indian Passport Holders in 2025:
- Africa: Angola, Burundi, Cape Verde Islands, Comoro Islands, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe
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- Asia: Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Iran, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand
- Oceania: Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Niue, Palau Islands, Samoa, Timor-Leste, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
- Caribbean & Americas: Barbados, Bolivia, Dominica, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago
- Other Territories: British Virgin Islands, Cook Islands, Macao (SAR of China), Qatar
🧳 Quick Take:
- No visa hassles for spontaneous travel
- Ideal for vacationers, honeymooners, and nature lovers
- Visa-free access determined by passport strength and bilateral relations
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