Don’t we all sometimes wish that we could decide on an impromptu trip abroad, book an air ticket online, pack our bags and leave without the bother of getting a visa to that place? Post pandemic, you may also have mentally blocked out international travel over uncertainties on visa issuance & approvals.
Well, to make things a little easy for you, here is a list of ten beautiful Countries offering visas on arrival for Indians in 2022. These places are culturally so inviting & vibrant; that you will be spoilt for choice!
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Thailand
Even though Thailand is located in southeast Asia, it is a beautiful country as well as rich in history and culture. Therefore, an ideal holiday destination for all age groups, from luxury hotels to cheap hostels that offers mouth-watering exotic cuisines. Thailand is famous for its Elephant tourism, Spa, beaches, shopping, parties, ancient Buddhist and Hindu temples, and backpack trips.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Thailand is From November to April as the weather is cool & dry. It has a lot of rainfall therefore between May to October, so avoid this period for a trip as it can ruin your travel plans.
On arrival Visa: Thailand offers an on arrival Visa for Indian visitors. The duration of the Visa is approximately 15 days. The Visa costs around INR 46,000 (2,000 Baht) per person.
Mauritius
Mauritius is a famous travel destination of the Indian Ocean, especially for the best and most luxurious hotels. It’s also famous for underwater activities such as scuba diving, Underwater Sea Walk excursions, Snorkeling, Underwater Photography, and Submarine Underwater Trip.
Best time to visit: The Best time to explore Mauritius is from April to June and September to December. It is prone to cyclones and heavy rains in other months; therefore, it is not safe to visit during this period.
Visa on arrival: For Indian passport holders, Mauritius offers a Free Arrival Visa which is valid for 90 days.
Indonesia
Indonesia is home to the world-famous tourist site Bali. Moreover, It is rich in culture, heritage, ancient architecture, landscapes, wildlife, and food. Furthermore, it is famous for its beaches, Borobudur (UNESCO World Heritage site), Orangutans of Borneo, Gili Islands, Komodo National Park, volcanos, and many more exciting sites.
Best time to visit: You can visit Indonesia any time of the year but the best time is from May to September.
Visa on arrival: Indian tourists don’t require a Visa to visit Indonesia for 30 days. Yay!!
Nepal
Nepal is India’s neighbouring country and shares a long boundary with India. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas. It’s a popular trek destination. Along with that, it is also rich in culture and heritage with ancient Hindu & Buddhist temples and architecture. Travellers from all over the world visit Nepal to experience the ambient environment.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Nepal is from October to December.
Visa on arrival: For Indian passport holders, Nepal offers Free Visa on Arrival for up to 150 days.
Maldives
The Maldives is a beautiful island and a world-famous holiday destination located in the Indian Ocean. Additionally, it is famous for its splendid and clean beaches as well as it is an ideal honeymoon destination. It is famous for destinations such as Male, Addu City, Lhaviyani, Kaafu, and underwater activities such as Scuba diving, Snorkelling, Water Skiing, Wind Surfing, etc.
Best time to visit: You can visit the Maldives all year round, but the best time to visit is from November to April as the island experiences monsoon and rainfalls from May to October.
On arrival Visa: The Maldives offers a Free arrival Visa to Indian passport holders for up to 30 days.
Bhutan
Bhutan is a small neighbouring country to India. It is rich, with mountains and valleys famous for adventure tourism. The famous places to visit in Bhutan are Thimpu, Paro, Phuntsholing, Jakar, Wangdue, and Phodrang, with famous adventure activities such as Whitewater Rafting, Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Trekking, Hot Springs, archery, and many more.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Bhutan is from December to February as well as from June to August.
On arrival Visa: Bhutan is a Visa-free Country for Indian citizens for up to 180 days (6 months). Cool!
Malaysia
Malaysia is a popular holiday destination rich in heritage, culture, and architecture. It’s home to one of the most famous sites, such as Petronas Twin Towers, Batu Caves, Kek Lok Si Temple, Langkawi SkyCab, and many more. Malaysia is also famous for its exotic cuisines.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Malaysia is from March to May and September to November
On arrival Visa: For Indian passport holders, Malaysia offers an e-visa, Which is valid for up to 30 days and costs approximately INR 850 (50 RM) per person.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a very popular travel destination among Indian travellers. Located beside India, it’s a small island nation with a rich heritage, culture, history, and exotic cuisines. The main attraction sites in Sri Lanka are the Gangaramaya Buddhist temple, Galle fort, Marissa Beach, and many more.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Sri Lanka is from December to March and May to September.
On Arrival Visa: Sri Lanka offers an e-Visa to Indian passport holders for up to 30 days which costs around INR 1,450 per person.
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is famous for luxurious shopping sites, delicious food (availability of top-notch and Michelin starred restaurants to cheap but delicious street food), thrilling nightlife, rich heritage and culture perfectly balanced with modernity.
There are a lot of tourist attractions in Hong Kong which include the Star ferry, Victoria peak, street markets, ocean park, Lantau Island, Hong Kong Disneyland, Dragon’s Back, and many more exciting sites.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Hong Kong is from March to May and September to November.
On Arrival Visa: Hong Kong offers an arrival Visa to Indian tourists, valid for up to 14 days and costs approximately INR Rs. 1,750 per person.
Vietnam
Vietnam is a small country rich in adventure and environment. Some of the most popular activities for tourists in Vietnam are Light a lantern in Hoi An, Hike through Cat Ba Island, and Cruising the Mekong Delta. At the same time, Vietnam is famous for its traditional cuisine called “Pho.”
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Vietnam is from February to April and August to October.
On Arrival Visa: For Indian tourists, Vietnam offers an e-Visa and an on arrival visa valid for up to 30 days. It costs around INR 2,630 per person (service fee INR 850 + stamp fee INR 1780).
Note: Covid 19 related protocols & regulations are subject to change frequently and differ country wise. Hence, please refer to the Government/Tourism Website of the country you are travelling to for the latest updates regarding visas and other protocols before booking.
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