किसी भी अंतरराष्ट्रीय यात्रा की योजना बनाने से पहले उस देश के वीजा नियमों को जरूर जानना चाहिए । क्यों की हर देश का वीजा पॉलिसी अलग अलग है वीजा नियमों के का पालन करना हर यात्री का कर्तव्य है यात्रा करने चाहते हैं, ऐसे जाने है पूरी दुनियाँ में वीजा आवेदन और यात्रा के क्या नियम है जिससे यात्रा करने मे आपको किसी भी प्रकार की दिक्कत न हो और आप घंटों का समय ऑनलाइन मे बिना बिताए यात्रा कर सकें।
यहाँ जानते हैं कि किन देशों में भारतीयों को वीजा की जरूरत नहीं होती है और किन देशों में जहां पहुंचने पर वीजा का लाभ उठा सकते हैं?
| Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan-Kabul (Taliban-controlled government) |
- 30 Days Tourist Visa
- 30 Days Business Visa
- Tourist Visa
- Business Visa
- Employment Visa
- Student Visa you are passing through Afghanistan to another country.
- Diplomatic/Official Visa
- Travel to Afghanistan is not advised by the Government of India due to security risks.
Republic of Armenia (Yerevan)
- E-Visa 21 days short stay or 120 days long stay
- Sticker Visa For longer stays, study, work, or residency.
- Short stay (up to 21 days): ~USD 7
- Long stay (up to 120 days): ~USD 32
- Indian nationals require a visa to enter Armenia.
E-Visa Facility for Indians can apply for an Armenian online (valid for tourism, business, or short visits) - Embassy Visa: For longer stays (study, work, residence), Indians must apply through the Embassy of Armenia.
Republic of Azerbaijan (Baku)
- E-Visa (ASAN Visa) – Best & Easy
- Apply online via the ASAN Visa System.
- Valid for single entry, 30 days stay.
- Sticker Visa (Embassy/Consulate Visa)
- For study, work, or residence.
Must apply at the Embassy of Azerbaijan in India.
Yes. Indian nationals must have a visa before entering Azerbaijan. Valid for 30 days stay (single entry).
Standard e-Visa: ~ USD 20
Urgent e-Visa: ~ USD 50
Kingdom of Bahrain (Manama)
- E-Visa (Electronic Visa) Can be applied online via the Bahrain e-Visa Portal. Single or multiple entry available. Valid for 14 days, 30 days, or 90 days (depending on type)
- Visa on Arrival (VoA)
- Embassy / Consulate Visa For work, study, or residence permits.
Must apply through the Embassy of Bahrain in India. - Yes. Indian passport holders must obtain a visa before entering Bahrain.
- Indians can also get a visa at Bahrain International Airport.
Usually valid for up to 14 days.
Embassy Visa For work, study, or long-term stay. Apply at the Embassy of Bahrain in India. - ECR country if Indian have ECR passport and going for work than must have POE Registration
- Bahrain & Oman: Both allow Visa on Arrival for Indians (short stays)
| People’s Republic of Bangladesh Dhaka) |
- Indians need a sticker visa to visit/ Business Bangladesh.
- Tourist Visa – For tourism and personal visits.
Business Visa – For business meetings, trade, or professional work.
Student Visa – For education in Bangladesh institutions.
Employment Visa – For jobs or official work.
Transit Visa – For short stay while traveling via Bangladesh.
Application through the Bangladesh High Commission / Consulates in India (New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Agartala, Guwahati, Shillong).
Online application available: https://www.visa.gov.bd
Bhutan – Thimphu
- ✅ No Visa Required for Indian – Indians enter Bhutan with valid passport, Voter ID Card and Children below 12 years may also travel with a birth certificate + school ID card.
Entry Permit Issued free of cost at the entry points (Phuentsholing, Paro Airport, Gelephu, Samdrup Jongkhar).
Initially valid for up to 7 days (extendable in Thimphu or Phuentsholing).
For traveling beyond Thimphu and Paro, Indians need a Special Area Permit. - Advisory- From 2020, Bhutan introduced a Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of INR 1,200 per adult per night for Indian tourists. Children below 5 years are exempt, and those between 6–12 years pay 50%.
Nation of Brunei Darussalam- Bandar Seri Begawan
- Tourist Visa – For sightseeing, family visit, leisure travel.
- Business Visa – For trade, meetings, or conferences.
- Transit Visa – Short stay while passing through Brunei.
- Some categories allow e-Visa application via Brunei eVisa portal https://www.immigration.gov.bn
- Typically up to 30 days (depending on visa type and approval).
✅ Visa Required – Yes, Indian citizens need a visa to visit Brunei.
Kingdom of Cambodia- Phnom Penh
- Visa Options for travellers
Tourist Visa (T-class) – For tourism and leisure.
Business Visa (E-class) – For employment, work, or long-term stay.
Transit Visa – For short layovers.
How I Can Apply e-Visa
Apply online at the official site: https://www.evisa.gov.kh
Visa on Arrival (VoA) Available at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville airports, and some land borders.
Stay allowed: up to 30 days
Tourist Visa – Around fee US $30–36
Business Visa – Around US $35–40 (extensions possible)
✅ Visa Required – Yes, Visa on Arrival (VoA) Indians need a visa to enter Cambodia.
People’s Republic of China– Beijing
- Ordinary Passport → Visa required for all purposes.
- Diplomatic/Official Passport → 30 days visa-free.
- Transit (selected airports) → Possible short visa-free stay under 24–144 hours, if traveling onward to a third country.
- Tourist Visa (L Visa)
- Business Visa (M Visa)
- Work Visa (Z Visa)
- Student Visa (X Visa)
- Transit Visa (G Visa)
- Family/Private Visit Visa (Q/S Visa)
- ✅Ordinary Indian Passport holders → ❌ No visa-free entry.
Republic of Cyprus- Nicosia
- Short-Stay Visa (Category C)
For tourism, business, family visits.
Stay up to 90 days within 180 days.
With Single-entry or multiple-entry options.
Long-Stay Visa (Category D)
For work, study, or residence purposes.
Requires prior approval from Cyprus authorities.
Transit Visa (Category A) https://www.gov.cy/en/information/visas/
✅ Visa Requirement for Indian citizens need a visa to enter Cyprus.
Georgia – Tbilisi
- Short-Term Visa (C Visa) For tourism, business, private visits, conferences. Valid for 90 days within 180 days.
Long-Term Visa (D Visa) For study, work, residence, or family reunification. Requires additional approvals.
Indians can apply online for an e-Visa through the official portal. https://www.evisa.gov.ge Processing: usually 5–10 working days. Validity: up to 30 days or 90 days (depending on visa type). e-Visa: $20–$50 USD (paid online).
Yes, Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Georgia. However, there are some exemptions Exemptions (No Visa Required) Indians do not need a separate Georgian visa if they hold a valid residence permit or multi-entry visa (still valid for at least 3 months) of any of the following:
- Schengen Area countries
- USA
- UK
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
- South Korea
- UAE
- Israel
- Japan
Republic of India-New Delhi
- ✅ Do foreigners need a visa for India?
foreign nationals must have a valid visa before entering India. - Exceptions: Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan and Maldives can enter India visa-free (with some conditions)
- Visa on Arrival in India 3 countries citizens of Japan, South Korea, and the United Arab Emirates-UAE (second time) (with conditions) are eligible.
- India offers different visa categories depending on the purpose of travel in to India. India government gives e-visa, sticker visa, visa on arrival transit visa Full details of Indian visa check here https://garethi.com/indian-e-visas-online-apply/
- For most other nationalities, India offers an e-Visa system instead of Visa on Arrival.
- Indian e-Visa is available to citizens of 178 countries.
- Apply here: 🌐 https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/
Republic of Indonesia- Jakarta
- 👉 Yes, Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Indonesia.
But there are multiple options: Visa-Free, Visa on Arrival, e-Visa, Embassy Visa. visa-free for up to 30 days. Purpose of Tourism, social, cultural, government visit. - e-Visa (Electronic Visa) https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/
Apply online before travel via the Indonesia Immigration website.
Suitable for longer stays (work, study, business).
Processing: about 5–10 working days.
Embassy/Consulate Visa For long-term stays (employment, residence, research, family reunion).
Islamic Republic of Iran- Tehran
- Eligible Indian tourists can enjoy visa-free entry for a maximum of 15 days, valid only once every six months only to those arriving by air.
Most nationalities, except US, British, and Canadian passport holders, can apply for a Visa on Arrival (VOA) at Iranian airports.
To expedite the process, apply for an electronic visa application at least two days before arrival. IR-IRAN Electronic Visa website
You will need to collect a printed “Grant Notice” from the airport.
Types of Iran Visas
For tourism, visiting friends/family.
Valid for 30 days (extendable inside Iran).
Business Visa
Student Visa
Work Visa Needs a job offer & work permit approval.
Transit Visa
For passing through Iran to another destination.
Usually valid for 7 days. - Iran is a ECR countries from September 2025
- Therefore Indians need to POE clearance for traveling to Iran whether for employment, tourism, business, study, or medical purposes. check here ECR Countries https://garethi.com/ecr-passport-emigration-check-required-countries/
Republic of Iraq- Baghdad
- Visa-Free Entry (For Indian Citizens) Indian passport holders can enter Iran without a visa for a maximum stay of 15 days Valid Indian passport (min.6 months validity)
- Iraq is an ECR country for Indian workers. traveling to Iraq for employment, you need POE (Protector of Emigrants) clearance before departure.
- Tourist Visa: Rarely issued, usually only for religious/pilgrimage or official tourism groups. Requires an invitation/sponsorship letter from Iraq.
- Business Visa: For trade or corporate meetings. Needs an invitation from an Iraqi company approved by the Ministry of Interior.
- Work Visa / Employment Visa: For those with a job contract in Iraq.
Requires clearance from the Iraqi Ministry of Labour & Interior. - Religious / Pilgrimage Visa (Ziyarat): For visiting holy shrines in Najaf, Karbala, etc. Often coordinated via approved Iraqi tour operators.
- Transit Visa: If traveling through Iraq to another country.
State of Israel- Jerusalem
- Tourist Visa (B/2) – tourism, visiting friends/family, short stay.
- Business Visa (B/2) – for meetings, trade, conferences.
- Student Visa (A/2) – for higher studies in Israeli institutions.
- Work Visa (B/1) – for employment (requires approval from Israel Ministry of Interior).
- Clergy / Religious Visa – for religious workers.
- Immigrant Visa (Aliyah) – only for Jews under Israel’s Law of Return.
- Transit Visa – if passing through Israel en route to another country.
- Indian passport holders need a visa before traveling to Israel.
- Visa is applied through the Embassy of Israel in New Delhi or Consulate in Mumbai.
- No visa on arrival for Indians.
- Special latter for Indian worker for purpose of employment
Free Countries for Israel (90 Days Stay)
Europe (Schengen / EU / Others)
All European Union (EU) countries
Schengen States
United Kingdom
Switzerland
Norway
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
Japan
South Korea
Hong Kong (SAR)
Singapore
Australia
New Zealand
Georgia
South Africa (short stays)
Japan – Tokyo
- Tourist Visa – for travel, sightseeing, family visits.
Business Visa – for meetings, trade, or conferences.
Student Visa – for studying in a foreign institution.
Work / Employment Visa – for working or professional jobs.
Transit Visa – short stay while passing through a country.
Medical Visa – for medical treatment.
Diplomatic / Official Visa – for diplomats or government officials
Sticker Visa – a stamp or sticker placed in your passport.
E-Visa (Electronic Visa) – applied online and granted digitally.
Visa on Arrival (VOA) – issued at the airport upon arrival.
Japan has visa exemption agreements with 69+ countries and regions. Citizens of these places can visit Japan without a visa for short stays (usually 90 days, in some cases 15 or 30 days). United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Austria, Germany etc. - Indias need Japan visa E-Visa (online), Regular Visa (sticker in passport)
Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan- Amman
- Tourist Visa – For leisure, sightseeing, family visits.
- Business Visa – Meetings, trade, conferences.
- Transit Visa – For short stays while traveling to a third country.
- Student Visa – For higher education in Jordan.
- Work Visa / Residency Visa – Requires employer sponsorship & Ministry of Labor approval.
Visa on Arrival (VoA) - Available at Queen Alia International Airport (Amman) & some land border crossings. Stay allowed: up to 30 days.
Not available at King Hussein/Allenby Bridge (West Bank) – here you must have a visa in advance.
A special travel package for tourists. If you buy the Jordan Pass online:
Visa fee is waived (if staying at least 3 consecutive nights in Jordan).
Includes entry to 40+ tourist attractions, including Petra. For Indian Citizens 🇮🇳
Indians need a visa to enter Jordan. With 3 Options:
Visa on Arrival at Amman airport (30 days)
E-Visa online Jordan visa (or Visa on Arrival / Jordan Pass)
Embassy visa from Jordan Embassy in New Delhi or Consulate in Mumbai
POE (Emigration Clearance): Not required for Jordan
Apply in the e-services portal of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Ministry of Interior https://eservices.moi.gov.jo/MOI_EVISA/faces/Pages/Runnables/login.jsf and obtain an electronic visa. Guidelines may be seen at https://eservices.moi.gov.jo/MOI_EVISA/fa
Republic of Kazakhstan-Astana (Nur-Sultan)
- Visa Required: ✅ Yes Types of visa
- Tourist, Business, Work/Student, Transit
- Tourist Visa Validity: 30 days (single entry)
- E-Visa: Possible only with official invitation (LOI)
- Transit without visa only. No visa if staying <24 hrs inside airport
- Fees: USD 60–80 for single entry Documents: Passport (6+ months), photo, form, tickets, hotel booking, funds proof, invitation (if e-visa/business)
- Indians Visa Required (Visa on arrival OR e-visa with invitation)
- Indian citizens can enter Kazakhstan without a visa for stays of up to 14 days For stays longer than 14 days, Indians can apply for a visa,
- POE (Emigration Clearance): ❌ Not required
State of Kuwait- Kuwait City
- Tourist Visa: 30 days stay, valid 90 days
- E-Visa: Only if holding valid US/UK/Schengen/Canada/Japan/Australia visa/residency
- Work Visa: Needs Kuwaiti employer sponsorship
- Transit Visa: Required if stopover >24 hrs or leaving airport (valid 7 days) Fees: 3–5 KWD (~₹800–1,200)
- For certain types of visas, such as visit or family visas, a sponsor in Kuwait may be necessary
- Visa-Free Countries (short stay without visa) GCC countries (Gulf Cooperation Council)
Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates (UAE) - Visa on Arrival / e-Visa Eligible Countries
- Europe (Schengen area ke zyada tar countries)
- North America: United States, Canada
- Oceania: Australia, New Zealand
- Asia: Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei
Others: Turkey, Andorra, Monaco, Vatican, San Marino - POE (Emigration Clearance): ✅ Required for employment visa for Indians ❌ not for tourism
Kyrgyz Republic- Bishkek
- Visa Types:
- Tourist Visa – 30 days stay Website: www.evisa.e-gov.kg
Business Visa – short official/commercial visits
Student Visa – study ke liye long-term
Work Visa – employment ke liye (sponsor required)
Documents Needed: Passport (6+ months validity), photo, hotel booking/invitation, return ticket, visa fee receipt. - Fees: Approx USD 50–60 eVisa ~3–7 working days
- Indians ke liye Visa Policy Visa Required: ✅ Yes
- Visa-Free / On Arrival: ❌ Not available for Indians
- visa-free entry
CIS Countries → Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan.
Some Others → Turkey, Mongolia, Serbia, Ukraine, Georgia.
Citizens of the following countries can obtain a Visa on Arrival at Bishkek – Manas International Airport (valid for 30–60 days): - European Union countries (most of them)
North America: United States, Canada
Oceania: Australia, New Zealand
Asia-Pacific: Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei
Middle East: Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman
Lao People’s Democratic Republic- Vientiane
- Visa-Free: ASEAN + few (Japan, S. Korea, Russia, Mongolia, etc.) – 14–30 days.
Visa on Arrival (VOA): 30 days, USD 30–40, at airports & borders.
E-Visa: Online, 30 days, single entry, ~USD 50.
Embassy Visa: For work, study, long stay, multiple entry.
Where to get VOA: - International Airports → Vientiane (Wattay), Luang Prabang, Pakse, Savannakhet.
Land Borders → Friendship Bridge with Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, China, etc. - Embassy / Consular Visa
Required for work, study, business, or long stay.
Types: Tourist (T), Business (B), Student (S), Work (LA-B2). - Official portal: https://laoevisa.gov.la
- For Indians: Visa required.
VOA & E-Visa available (30 days, ~USD 40–50). Extendable inside Laos.
Lebanese Republic (Lebanon ) – Beirut
- Visa-Free Entry
Limited countries (GCC states – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman + Jordan, Turkey, Syria under conditions). - Stay allowed: up to 6 months (varies by nationality).
- Visa on Arrival (VOA) Available at Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport & some land borders.
Valid for 1 month, extendable up to 3 months. Conditions: onward/return ticket, hotelbooking/local address, sufficient funds. - Not available for restricted countries.
- Lebanon does not have a universal e-visa system.
- Some embassies allow online applications.
- Embassy / Consulate Visa
- Required for most nationalities not eligible for VOA or visa-free. Types: Tourist, Business, Work, Student, Residence.
- Processing: ~7–10 working days. Visa-Free/On-Arrival Over 80 countries’ nationals do not require a visa to enter Lebanon
- Types of Visas for Indians:
- Tourist Visa – For leisure, visiting family/friends.
- Business Visa – For meetings, trade, and professional work.
Transit Visa – If passing through Lebanon en route to another country (needed if leaving the airport). - Indian citizens must apply in advance at the Embassy of Lebanon in New Delhi or through an authorized visa center. Online/e-Visa is not available for Indians as of now.
- Official site: http://www.lebanonembassyindia.org
Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur
- Visa-Free Entry (only for certain countries – ASEAN, EU, UK, US, etc.).
- eVisa – Online visa, valid for 30 days stay.
- eNTRI – Special for India & China nationals, allows 15 days stay.
- Visa on Arrival (VOA) – For Indians/Chinese only, if arriving from Thailand, Singapore, or Indonesia with valid visa → Stay 15 days max.
- ourist Visa (Sticker) – Embassy issued, for tourism/short visit, up to 30 days.
- Business Visa (Short-Term) – For meetings, trade, etc.
- Long-Term & Work/Study Visas
Employment Pass (EP) – For foreign professionals working in Malaysia.
Professional Visit Pass (PVP) – For short-term assignments (training, consultancy).
Student Visa – For international students enrolled in Malaysian institutions.
Dependent Pass – For family members of EP/Student Visa holders.
Residence Pass – Talent (RP-T) – For highly skilled foreign talent, valid up to 10 years.
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) – Long-term (10 years), for retirees and investors.
C. Transit Visas
Transit Visa – Required if leaving airport during layover (not needed for airside transfer). - Visa-free → ASEAN + some other countries.
eVisa / eNTRI → Indians & Chinese (most used).
VOA → Indians/Chinese from neighboring countries only. - Long-term passes → For work, study, dependents, residency.
Visa free Policy for Indians - Indian citizens can visit Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days.
Valid for tourism purposes only.
This facility is available until 31 December 2026.
Requirements for Indians under Visa-Free Entry - Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
- Must be filled online within 3 days before arrival.
Portal: https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main - Passport Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
Return / Onward Ticket Purpose Strictly for tourism (not work or study).
https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my
Maldives – Male
- Tourist / Visit Visas For leisure, sightseeing, family/friends visit. Usually short-term (15–90 days). Visa free for Indian’s
- Visa on Arrival for All Countries
Maldives grants a 30-day free tourist visa on arrival to citizens of all nationalities (except Indian Ocean island states’ agreements which may allow longer stays)
Business Visa: For meetings/investments, up to 90 days, needs pre-approval.
Work Visa: For foreign employees, 1 year (renewable), employer must apply in advance.
Resident/Dependent Visa: For family of Maldivians or foreign workers, linked to sponsor’s visa.
Marriage Visa: For foreigners married to Maldivian citizens, renewable annually.
Student Visa: For foreign students, valid as per course duration.
Investor/Special Visa: For foreign investors and dependents, linked to investment approval.
Transit Visa: Up to 24 hours, for passengers transiting to a third country.
Important note : Tourist visa is free for everyone on arrival, but all other visas need approval from Maldives Immigration.
State of Mongolia- Ulaanbaatar
- Tourist Visa – For sightseeing and leisure; usually valid for 30 days and extendable.
- Business Visa – For attending meetings, trade fairs, or exploring investment opportunities; valid up to 90 days.
- Work Visa – For foreigners with jobs in Mongolia; requires a work permit and is tied to the employment contract.
- Student Visa – For international students enrolled in Mongolian universities or schools; valid for the duration of study.
- Resident/Family Visa – For spouses and children of Mongolian citizens or foreign residents.
- Diplomatic & Official Visas – For diplomats, government officials, or special delegations.
Transit Visa – For travelers passing through Mongolia en route to another country; valid up to 10 days. - Investor Visa – For foreign investors; long-term stay permitted based on the scale of investment.
Important note : Tourists get short-term visas, students and workers get longer ones, and special categories exist for business, officials, family, and investors. - Indians NEED a visa to enter Mongolia.
Republic of the Union of Myanmar (Burma)- Naypyidaw
- Visa-Free Entry https://evisa.moip.gov.mm
- Citizens of some ASEAN countries (e.g., Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Philippines) can enter visa-free for short stays (14–30 days, depending on the country).
eVisa (Electronic Visa) - Most nationalities (including India, USA, UK, EU, Australia, etc.) can apply online for a Myanmar eVisa. Validity: 28 days (Tourist), 70 days (Business).
Entry Points: Yangon, Mandalay, Naypyidaw airports + some land borders.
Visa on Arrival (VOA) - Limited availability at Yangon, Mandalay, Naypyidaw airports for Business, Transit, and some Tourist travelers (not available to all).
- Indians NEED a visa to enter Myanmar.
Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal- Kathmandu
- Tourist Visa on Arrival – 15, 30, or 90 days. https://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np
Requirements: Passport (6+ months validity), return/onward ticket, proof of funds, visa fee (USD 30–125 depending on duration).
Available at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) and major land border points.
Business / Work Visa – Requires employer sponsorship or business registration; usually 1 year, renewable.
Student Visa – For foreign students; valid for course duration, requires admission letter.
Transit Visa – Up to 24 hours, confirmed onward ticket required.
Diplomatic / Official Visa – For diplomats and government officials; issued by Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
For Indians no visa or passport
No visa, no fee.
Nepal enter by air, road, or rail (via India).
Proof of identity (passport or voter ID) check here all details https://garethi.com/no-visa-no-passport-for-traveling-to-nepal/
Democratic People’s Republic of Korea- Pyongyang
- Tourist Visa
- Required for all nationalities (including Indians). Validity: Usually 30 days (single entry).
- Requirements: Passport (6+ months validity), travel itinerary, approved tour package, visa fee.
Business / Official Visa - For business delegations, government officials, or diplomatic missions.
- Required even if just transiting through North Korea.
- Usually issued through official channels via authorized travel agencies.
Special Categories - Diplomatic and official visas for foreign diplomats and UN personnel.
- Work visas for foreigners employed in North Korea (rare, usually via state sponsorship).
Key Points - No visa-free entry or VOA for any nationality, including Indians.
- All travelers must book through authorized tour operators; independent travel is generally prohibited.
- Safety and Conduct
- Strict rules on photography, interaction with locals, and behaviour.
- Avoid political discussions or actions that could be considered disrespectful.
- Follow guides’ instructions at all times.
Sultanate of Oman – Muscat
- Tourist / Short-Term Visa
Visa free or Visa on Arrival: Available for select nationalities (including Indians). Duration: 10 days (sometimes extendable to 30 days). Requirements: Passport (6+ months validity), return/onward ticket. - GCC Countries (Gulf Cooperation Council): Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE can enter Oman visa-free for short stays.
- Visa on Arrival / eVisa Nationals of many countries (including India, USA, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore)
- eVisa: https://evisa.rop.gov.om Most nationalities can apply online. Duration: 10–30 days, single or multiple entry.
- Business / Work Visa
For foreign nationals employed or doing business in Oman. Requires sponsorship from an Omani company and pre-approval. Duration: As per employment contract or business assignment. - Resident / Family Visa
For spouses, children, or dependents of Omani citizens or residents. Duration: Linked to sponsor’s visa.
Requires proof of relationship and sponsor approval. - Student Visa For foreign students enrolled in Omani institutions. Requires admission letter and pre-approval.
- Transit Visa For travelers stopping in Oman en route to another country. Duration: 6–72 hours. Requires confirmed onward ticket.
- Diplomatic / Official Visa For government officials and diplomats. Issued via Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Oman.
Islamic Republic of Pakistan- Islamabad
- Tourist Visa
Purpose: Leisure travel, sightseeing, visiting friends/relatives. Duration: Usually 30–90 days, multiple entry options available. Requirements: Passport (6+ months validity), photo, return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, visa fee. - Business Visa
Purpose: Meetings, trade, investments, conferences. Duration: 1–6 months.
Requirements: Invitation letter from Pakistani company, passport, online application or consulate submission. - Work / Employment Visa
Purpose: For foreigners employed in Pakistan. Valid as per employment contract (usually 1 year, renewable). - Student Visa
Purpose: Study at Pakistani universities/schools. Duration: As per course duration. Requirements: Admission letter, passport, proof of funds, sponsor approval. - Transit Visa
Purpose: Short stopover while traveling through Pakistan.
Duration: Usually up to 7 days. - Diplomatic / Official Visa
Purpose: For government officials, diplomats, and UN personnel.
Duration: As per assignment. Requirements: Issued via Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan. - Investor / Special Visa
Purpose: For foreign investors in Pakistan. Duration: Long-term, renewable.
Requirements: Proof of investment, pre-approval from authorities. - Family / Dependent Visa
Purpose: Spouse or children of Pakistani citizens or residents. Duration: Linked to sponsor’s visa. Proof of relationship, sponsor approval, passport. - For Indian’s click here
- Palestine – Ramallah / East Jerusalem
- Philippines – Manila
- Qatar – Doha
- Saudi Arabia – Riyadh
- Singapore – Singapore
- South Korea – Seoul
- Sri Lanka – Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (official), Colombo (commercial)
- Syria – Damascus
- Tajikistan – Dushanbe
- Thailand – Bangkok
- Turkey – Ankara
- Turkmenistan – Ashgabat
- United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi
- Uzbekistan – Tashkent
- Vietnam – Hanoi
- Yemen – Sana’a
