Planning your Christmas – New Year holiday? Here are 10 visa-free countries for Indian passport holders

With the holiday season in full swing, it’s time to travel and explore the world. Not to be restricted by visa requirements, we bring you a compiled list of countries for Indian passport holders for a visa-free travel experience during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Travelers with an Indian passport can explore a number of countries with a passport valid for at least six months from the date they intend to depart. Apart from your passport, other essential travel documents include your return or departure ticket, proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay and sufficient bank balance to cover your stay. To avoid any travel accident, travel or medical insurance can be requested.

1. Thailand

Renowned for its beautiful beaches, vibrant culture and delicious food, Thailand offers a 60-day visa-free stay, which can be extended by an additional 30 days by visiting local immigration office.

2. Bhutan

Known for its stunning forests and temples, it can stay in Bhutan for 14 days without a visa.

3. Nepal

Indian tourists do not need a visa to visit Nepal, which boasts of rich history and culture.

4. Mauritius

Famous for its reefs, beaches and lakes – Mauritius – the island country located in the Indian Ocean offers 90-day visa-free entry for Indian tourists.

5. Malaysia

Indian passport holders planning to visit Malaysia are eligible for visa-free entry and can stay up to 30 days in the country famous for its bustling cities and beautiful beaches.

6. Kenya

Known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills” and famous for its wildlife with over 50 national parks, Kenya offers 90 days of visa-free stay.

7. Iran

Iran, famous for its rich past and culture, offers visa-free entry for tourism purposes. According to the Islamic Republic of Iran, Indians do not need a visa for a stay of up to 15 days in the Middle Eastern nation.

8. Angola

This African country spans a variety of landscapes, from savannas to humid jungles. The Indian tourist can stay in Angola for a maximum of 30 days without a visa.

9. Barbados

Indian passport holders can stay on this Caribbean island for up to 90 days visa-free and enjoy fun events and beautiful beaches.

10. Dominica

Known for its hot springs and beautiful green forests, this Caribbean country offers visa-free travel to Indian passport holders. Indians can stay and relax in Dominica without a visa for a period of 180 days.