Planning your first international trip? Visa is the most confusing part for inexperienced travellers – 195 countries, each with different rules for each nationality, paper visa vs eVisa vs Visa on Arrival vs visa-free, different costs, documents and processing times. This guide simplifies it. Globally there are 4 forms of visa – Visa-Free (no visa), Visa on Arrival (VOA), eVisa (online), and Sticker/Paper Visa (embassy/VFS). Your requirement depends on 3 things – your passport nationality, destination country, and purpose (tourist, business, transit). Indian passport – visa-free 62 countries (as of 2026), eVisa 50+ countries, VOA 30+, but needs paper visa for Schengen, USA, UK, Canada, Australia. US/UK/EU passports – visa-free 180+ countries including Schengen 90 days, but need eVisa for India, Vietnam, Australia ETA, etc. Always check official government site – rules change overnight – never trust agent alone.
Located everywhere – from VFS Global centers in 150+ countries for Schengen/UK/USA to online portals like evisa.gov.tr, eta.canada.ca, esta.cbp.dhs.gov, this guide covers where to apply, how to apply, form of visa, cost 2026, documents checklist, processing time, validity and official links for 60+ most visited countries by every major nationality – Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Filipino, Nigerian, US, UK, Canadian, Australian, EU Schengen nationals. Why must read? No other guide tells you paper vs eVisa, exact VFS link, cost in USD + EUR + INR, documents for inexperienced traveller, and rejection-proof tips in one collapsible searchable list.
Expect grand list of 60+ countries – Schengen 29 countries, USA, UK, UAE, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, China, South Korea, Cambodia, Qatar, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Georgia, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Nepal, Azerbaijan, Kenya, Russia, India, Ireland, Morocco, Jordan, Oman, Brazil, Mexico etc – each with step-by-step how to apply, form of visa, where to apply, cost, documents required, official application links, processing time and pro tips. What makes it unique is its duality – general guidelines for all passports + specific costs and documents for Indian, US, UK, EU, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino travellers – plus master checklist for first-timers, common rejection reasons, passport validity rules, bank statement, insurance, photo specs, and emergency links. Perfect for first-time travellers, backpackers, families, business travellers and anyone who wants to avoid agent fraud and apply visa themselves with confidence.
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1. Australia – Visitor Subclass 600 + ETA/eVisitor
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino, Chinese – NEED Subclass 600 eVisa online. US, Canada – ETA AUD 20 1 year multiple 90 days. EU, UK – eVisitor 651 free
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF ImmiAccount + ETA app
📍 Where to Apply: ImmiAccount immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visitor-600 + VFS Australia vfsglobal.com/australia/india + ETA via AustralianETA app
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Create ImmiAccount 2) Fill 600 Tourist 3) Upload docs 4) Pay AUD 190 5) Biometrics if requested 6) Wait 15-30 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 15-35 days India – ETA minutes to 2 days – Validity 1 year multiple – Stay 3 months
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Subclass 600 AUD 190 (~$125 / ₹10,400) – ETA AUD 20 (~$13) – eVisitor free
🎫 Official Links: Home Affairs Australia Official | ETA 601 Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months, Photo 35×45, Bank 6 months AUD 5000 min, ITR 3 years, Salary slips, NOC, Hotel + Flight, Previous visas – GTE cover letter must
2. Azerbaijan – ASAN eVisa
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eVisa 30 days Very easy
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.gov.az + VOA for GCC/US/UK/Schengen holders Baku Airport $30
📍 Where to Apply: ASAN eVisa Azerbaijan Official evisa.gov.az/en – Direct 3 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go evisa.gov.az 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel 3) Pay $26 4) PDF 3 days Print – VOA eligible $30 cash
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 3 working days – Express 3 hours $55 – Validity 90 days Stay 30 days single
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $26 (~₹2,165) – Express $55 – VOA $30
🎫 Official Links: ASAN eVisa Azerbaijan Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45, Flight return, Hotel first night, No bank – Registration within 15 days hotel does free
3. Bahrain – eVisa / VOA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa if have US/UK/Schengen/GCC – Otherwise via agency. Pakistani, Bangladeshi – eVisa via agency. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eVisa 14 days BD 9 ~$24 VOA BD 12
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.gov.bh + VOA GCC + US/UK/Schengen holders
📍 Where to Apply: Bahrain eVisa Official evisa.gov.bh – Direct 3-5 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go evisa.gov.bh 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel+bank 3) Pay BD 9 (~$24) 4) PDF 3-5 days Print
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3-5 working days – VOA instant – Validity 30 days single Stay 14 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa BD 9 (~$24 / ₹2,000) – VOA BD 12 (~$32) – Service extra $10
🎫 Official Links: Bahrain eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45, Flight return, Hotel, Bank 3 months $500 balance
4. Bhutan – eVisa + SDF + Permit for Indians
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All foreign except Indian – eVisa + SDF $100 per day + Visa $40 – Must via tour operator. Indian – Free entry but SDF INR 1,200 per day + permit via immigration
Form of Visa: eVisa clearance letter + SDF receipt + Indian permit
📍 Where to Apply: Department of Immigration Bhutan bhutan.gov.bt + Tour operator + Indian permit at Phuentsholing border online
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: Foreign – 1) Book tour operator 2) Pay SDF $100/day + Visa $40 3) Receive clearance 5 days Print – Indian – Apply permit at border or online SDF INR 1,200/day + guide Nu 1,500/day
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 5 days clearance – Validity 90 days Stay as per itinerary
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Foreign SDF $100/day (~₹8,330) + Visa $40 + operator fee – Indian SDF INR 1,200/day (~$14) + guide – 5 days ~$600 + flight
🎫 Official Links: Bhutan Immigration Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months, Photo 35×45, Tour operator booking, SDF receipt, Guide – Indian – Voter ID or passport + photo + hotel – SDF INR 1,200/day
5. Brazil – eVisa / Visa-Free
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, US, Canada, Australia – eVisa via VFS Brazil $80 90 days. UK, EU – visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF VFS Brazil + Visa-free stamp
📍 Where to Apply: VFS Global Brazil vfsglobal.com/brazil – Direct 10-15 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go VFS Brazil 2) Fill + passport+photo+bank+flight+hotel+insurance 3) Pay $80 4) PDF 10-15 days Print
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 10-15 working days – Validity 90 days Stay 90 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $80 (~₹6,660) – Insurance $30k mandatory $20-30
🎫 Official Links: VFS Brazil Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45, Bank 6 months $1000 balance, ITR, Salary slips, NOC, Hotel + Flight, Insurance $30k mandatory
6. Cambodia – eVisa / VOA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, Pakistani, US, UK, EU – eVisa OR VOA 30 days Very easy
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.gov.kh + VOA stamp Phnom Penh Siem Reap $30
📍 Where to Apply: eVisa.gov.kh Official Government – Direct 3-5 days before – Or VOA at airports
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go evisa.gov.kh 2) Fill 3) Upload passport+photo 4x6cm 4) Pay $36 5) PDF 3 days – VOA Arrive + $30 cash USD exact + photo + hotel – Instant 30 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 3 working days – VOA instant – Validity 90 days Stay 30 days single – Extendable 30 days $45
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $36 (~₹3,000) – VOA $30 (~₹2,500) cash USD exact
🎫 Official Links: eVisa Cambodia Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 4×6 white, Flight return, Hotel first night, No bank – 99% approval
7. Canada – Visitor TRV + eTA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED TRV sticker 10 years multiple. US visa-free 6 months eTA if flying. UK, EU, Australia, NZ – eTA $7 CAD visa-free 6 months
Form of Visa: Sticker via VFS + eTA online
📍 Where to Apply: IRCC Portal canada.ca/visit-canada + VFS Canada vfsglobal.ca/canada
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) GCKey IRCC 2) Fill IMM5257 + Family Info IMM5645 3) Upload docs 4) Pay CAD 100 + Biometrics CAD 85 5) Book VFS biometrics 6) PPR passport submit after approval
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: India 30-60 days – eTA minutes to 72h – Validity 10 years or passport validity – Stay 6 months
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Visitor CAD 100 (~$74 / ₹6,200) + Biometrics CAD 85 (~$63) total CAD 185 (~₹11,400) – eTA CAD 7 (~₹430)
🎫 Official Links: Canada eTA Official | VFS Canada India
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months, IMM5257, Family Info, Cover letter, Bank 6 months CAD 2000-3000 min + ITR, Salary slips 6 months, Employer NOC, Property, Previous visas, Invitation if family + inviter PR/citizenship + bank, Hotel + Flight reservation
8. China – Tourist L Visa Sticker via CVASC
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino, US, UK, Canada, Australia – NEED sticker L tourist 30 days – No eVisa yet – 144h visa-free transit some cities. EU few countries 15 days visa-free trial till Dec 2026
Form of Visa: Sticker Paper via CVASC visaforchina.cn – No VFS
📍 Where to Apply: CVASC centers Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata – visaforchina.cn – COVA form cova.cs.mfa.gov.cn – Book appointment
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Fill COVA 2) Book CVASC 3) Upload docs 4) Visit biometrics first time 5) Pay 6) Collect 4-5 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 4-5 working days standard – Express 2-3 days extra – Validity 3 months single 30 days, 6 months double 30 days each, 1 year multiple 30 days, 10 years multiple US/Canada
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Indians Single ₹3,900 (~$47), Double ₹5,850, 6 months multiple ₹7,800, 1 year multiple ₹11,700 + CVASC ₹3,000 – US $140 – UK £85
🎫 Official Links: CVASC China Official | COVA Form Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 2 blank, Form COVA, Photo 48×33 white China spec 48×33 not 35×45 80% face no jewelry, Cover letter, Bank 6 months, ITR, Salary slips, NOC, Flight + Hotel full day-wise itinerary mandatory, Previous China visas, Invitation if friends
9. Egypt – eVisa / VOA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi – eVisa OR VOA if have US/UK/Schengen valid + used – Otherwise sticker. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eVisa OR VOA 30 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF visa2egypt.gov.eg + VOA stamp Cairo Airport $25 cash
📍 Where to Apply: Visa2Egypt Official visa2egypt.gov.eg – 7 days before – VOA at Cairo/Hurghada/Sharm
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Register 2) Fill 3) Upload passport+photo+flight+hotel 4) Pay $25 single / $60 multiple 5) PDF 3-7 days Print – VOA – Arrive + $25 cash USD exact + photo + hotel – Instant
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 3-7 days – VOA instant – Validity Single 90 days Stay 30 days – Multiple 180 days stay 30 days per entry
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Single $25 (~₹2,080), Multiple $60 (~₹5,000) – VOA same $25 cash USD exact – No ATM at VOA counter Bring USD cash exact
🎫 Official Links: Visa2Egypt Official Government
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo white, Flight return, Hotel, Bank not mandatory but carry, For Indian VOA eligibility Valid US/UK/Schengen visa + entry stamp
10. Ethiopia – eVisa
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, US, UK, EU – eVisa 30/90 days – Very easy – Yellow fever recommended
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.gov.et + VOA at Addis Ababa Bole Airport for eligible
📍 Where to Apply: eVisa Ethiopia Official evisa.gov.et – Direct 3 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go evisa.gov.et 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel 3) Pay $52 single $72 multiple 4) PDF 3 days Print – Show Bole Airport
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3 working days – Validity 90 days – Stay 30 days single / 90 days multiple
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Single entry $52 (~₹4,330), Multiple 30 days $72, Multiple 90 days $92 – Official
🎫 Official Links: Ethiopia eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Flight return, Hotel, Yellow fever certificate recommended for Africa travel
11. Georgia – eVisa / Visa-Free 1 Year
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa IF have US/UK/Schengen/Australia/Canada/NZ/Japan/South Korea valid visa/residence OR GCC resident – Otherwise sticker via VFS. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian – eVisa/sticker via VFS – Need US/UK/Schengen valid for eVisa. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ – visa-free 1 year
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF e-visa.gov.ge + Sticker via VFS Georgia
📍 Where to Apply: e-Visa Georgia Official e-visa.gov.ge – Direct 5-7 days – Or VFS Georgia India Delhi, Mumbai
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go e-visa.gov.ge 2) Fill + passport+photo+US/UK/Schengen valid visa/residence copy+entry stamp+flight+hotel+insurance+bank 3) Pay $20 4) PDF 5 working days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 5 working days – Sticker 10-15 days – Validity 120 days Stay 30 days single/multiple – Visa-free 1 year US/UK/EU
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $20 (~₹1,665) + service $5 Total $25 – Sticker via VFS $20 + service ₹2,000-3,000 total ~₹4,500-5,000 – Insurance mandatory $15-20
🎫 Official Links: e-Visa Georgia Official | Georgia Consular Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45, US/UK/Schengen/Australia/Canada/NZ/Japan/South Korea valid visa/residence + entry stamp proof for Indian eVisa, Flight return, Hotel, Bank 6 months $500 balance, Insurance $30k mandatory – Immigration very strict – Carry printed eVisa + US/UK/Schengen copy + return flight + hotel + insurance + bank
12. Hong Kong – PAR for Indians / Visa-Free / eVisa
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – PAR free online 14 days mandatory – Must PAR. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian – eVisa sticker via Chinese embassy/CVASC. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: PAR PDF immd.gov.hk/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals – Free 14 days – eVisa for others
📍 Where to Apply: Hong Kong Immigration PAR Official immd.gov.hk – 1-2 days before Instant – Also CVASC Hong Kong
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: PAR – 1) Go immd.gov.hk PAR for Indian nationals 2) Fill + passport + previous PAR 3) Submit Instant approval PDF Print – If PAR fails Must apply eVisa via CVASC 4-6 weeks – PAR Must register each time Valid 6 months Stay 14 days per entry
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: PAR instant 5 min – Validity 6 months multiple Stay 14 days per entry – eVisa 4-6 weeks Validity 90 days single Stay 14-30 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: PAR free $0 – eVisa HKD 230 (~$30 / ₹2,500) + CVASC service ₹2,000 total ~₹4,500 – Visa-free $0 US/UK/EU – PAR must print color Airlines check
🎫 Official Links: Hong Kong Immigration PAR Official | Immigration Hong Kong Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, PAR PDF printed color, Flight return, Hotel, No bank needed for PAR – But carry bank $500 balance if first time – For eVisa – Passport 6 months, Photo 40×50 white HK spec, Bank 3 months, Flight + Hotel, Cover letter
13. India – eVisa for All Foreign Nationals (167 Nationalities)
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, UAE, Saudi etc – NEED eVisa 30 days/1 year/5 years multiple – Pakistani needs sticker via High Commission – No eVisa for Pakistanis
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa + Sticker via VFS India / High Commission
📍 Where to Apply: Indian eVisa Official Government indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa – Direct 4 days before – Apply 4 days to 120 days before arrival
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa 2) Fill + passport+photo 2×2 inch white square + flight 3) Pay $10 30 days off-season Apr-Jun $10, $25 peak Jul-Mar 30 days, $40 1 year multiple, $80 5 years multiple 4) Receive ETA PDF 72h Print – Show at 29 airports + 5 seaports – Biometrics at arrival
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 72 hours – Validity 30 days double / 1 year multiple Stay 90 days per entry / 5 years multiple Stay 90 days per entry US/UK/Canada/Australia 180 days per entry for 1 year and 5 years
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: 30 days off-season $10 (~₹830), Peak $25 (~₹2,080), 1 year $40 (~₹3,330), 5 years $80 (~₹6,660) – Official
🎫 Official Links: Indian eVisa Official Government | Indian Visa Online Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 2 blank + Machine readable, Photo white 2×2 inch 50x50mm square white 80% face India spec square not 35×45, Flight return, Hotel first night, No bank – 29 designated airports + 5 seaports only – Not valid land border – For land sticker needed – Yellow fever if coming from Africa
14. Indonesia – Bali – eVOA / VOA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – VOA / eVOA 30 days extendable 30 days – VOA required
Form of Visa: eVOA PDF molina.imigrasi.go.id + VOA stamp Bali Jakarta IDR 500k
📍 Where to Apply: Molina eVOA molina.imigrasi.go.id – 7 days before – Or VOA counter Bali Ngurah Rai Airport
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVOA – 1) Register molina.imigrasi.go.id 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel 3) Pay IDR 500k (~$32) 4) PDF Print – VOA – Arrive + form + pay IDR 500k cash/card + return flight + hotel – Instant 30 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVOA 24-48h – VOA instant – Validity 30 days single – Extendable 30 days immigration Bali IDR 500k – Total max 60 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVOA/VOA IDR 500,000 (~$32 / ₹2,650) – Cash IDR/USD or card – Extension IDR 500k
🎫 Official Links: Molina eVOA Official | Imigrasi Indonesia Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Return flight, Hotel, Photo white 35×45, Bank not mandatory but carry $2000 balance sometimes random check
15. Ireland – C Visa Short Stay Tourist + BIVS
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino, Chinese, South African – NEED C visa sticker via VFS – 90 days. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ – visa-free 90 days – UK BRP holders with BIVS visa-free if have Irish visa endorsement
Form of Visa: Sticker Paper via VFS Ireland vfsglobal.com/ireland – No eVisa – AVATS online
📍 Where to Apply: AVATS Ireland visa online inis.gov.ie + VFS Ireland India Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Fill AVATS inis.gov.ie 2) Print summary + checklist 3) Book VFS 4) Submit passport+photo 35×45+bank+ITR+NOC+flight+hotel+insurance 5) Pay €60 single €100 multiple 6) Wait 20-30 days – BIVS – If you have UK short stay visitor + BIVS endorsement – Can travel Ireland without separate Irish visa Stay 90 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 20-30 working days – Validity 90 days single – Stay 90 days – Multiple 90 days per entry 1-5 years if previous Ireland/UK visas
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Single entry €60 (~$65 / ₹5,450), Multiple €100 (~$110 / ₹9,100) + VFS €20 – Insurance recommended €30k
🎫 Official Links: AVATS Ireland Official | VFS Ireland India | INIS Ireland Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 2 blank, Photo 35×45 white 80% face, Cover letter, Bank 6 months Ireland wants €100/day ~€3000 for 10 days, ITR 2 years, Salary slips 6 months, Employer NOC, Business proof, Hotel + Flight reservation not ticket, Previous Ireland/UK/Schengen visas, Insurance recommended €30k
16. Japan – eVisa / Sticker Tourist Visa – Free for Indians
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED eVisa or sticker 90 days – eVisa for India via VFS. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Malaysia – visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF India + Sticker via VFS Japan
📍 Where to Apply: VFS Japan India vfsglobal.com/japan/india + eVisa portal evisa.mofa.go.jp – Embassy Delhi, Consulates Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Fill VFS Japan + eVisa portal 2) Upload docs 3) Book VFS appointment 4) Pay – Japan visa fee free for Indians reciprocal but VFS ₹500-700 5) Biometrics 6) Collect passport – Grant PDF for eVisa
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 5-7 working days – Validity 90 days single – Stay 15/30/90 days as per approval – Usually 90 days single Indians
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Indians visa fee free + VFS ₹500-700 (~$6-8) – Others single ¥3000 (~$20) multiple 5 years ¥6000 (~$40) – VFS extra – US/UK visa-free $0
🎫 Official Links: MOFA Japan Visa Official | VFS Japan India | Japan eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 2 blank, Form, Photo 45×35 white Japan spec 45×35 not 35×45 80% face, Cover letter, Bank 3 months, ITR, Salary slips, Employer NOC, Hotel full day-wise itinerary mandatory Day1 Tokyo Day2 Kyoto etc – Without itinerary reject, Flight booking, Previous visas
17. Jordan – eVisa / VOA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi – eVisa OR VOA 30 days $56 at Amman Airport if have US/UK/Schengen/GCC. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – VOA $56 30 days / eVisa $75
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF eservices.moi.gov.jo + VOA stamp Amman Airport
📍 Where to Apply: MOI Jordan eVisa Official eservices.moi.gov.jo – Direct 3-5 days – Or VOA at Amman Airport
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go eservices.moi.gov.jo 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel+bank 3) Pay $75 4) PDF 3-5 days Print – VOA – Arrive + $56 cash USD + photo + hotel – Instant
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 3-5 working days – VOA instant – Validity 90 days – Stay 30 days single
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $75 (~₹6,250) – VOA $56 (~₹4,660) cash USD – Jordan Pass $99-119 includes Petra + visa waiver if stay 3 nights
🎫 Official Links: Jordan MOI eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Flight return, Hotel, Bank 3 months $500 balance, Jordan Pass recommended $99-119 includes Petra entry + visa fee waiver if stay 3 nights – Buy Jordan Pass before arrival
18. Kazakhstan – eVisa / Visa-Free 30 Days
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa 30 days single online. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian – eVisa mandatory. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, UAE – visa-free 30 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF vmp.gov.kz – 100% online – Visa-free stamp for many
📍 Where to Apply: Kazakhstan eVisa Official Government vmp.gov.kz/en/e-visa – Direct 5 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go vmp.gov.kz 2) Fill + passport+photo+invitation letter LOI from Kazakh agency $30-50 Or hotel invitation 3) Pay $60 4) PDF 5 working days Print – Registration within 5 days at hotel Hotel does free
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 5 working days – Validity 90 days – Stay 30 days single – Extendable Migration Police Kazakhstan
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $60 (~₹5,000) – LOI $30-50 extra Total $90-110 (~₹7,500-9,150) – Visa-free $0 US/UK/EU
🎫 Official Links: Kazakhstan eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45, Invitation letter LOI from Kazakh agency Mandatory for Indian eVisa Get via kazakhstan-visa.com $30-50 – Flight return, Hotel, No bank – LOI most important Without LOI reject
19. Kenya – eTA Electronic Travel Authorization + Yellow Fever
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, Pakistani, US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eTA mandatory No VOA from Jan 2024 eTA replaces eVisa 90 days
Form of Visa: eTA PDF etakenya.go.ke – 100% online No VOA Must apply before travel
📍 Where to Apply: eTA Kenya Official Government etakenya.go.ke/en – Direct 3-5 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go etakenya.go.ke 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel+yellow fever certificate mandatory 3) Pay $30 4) PDF 72h Print – Yellow fever mandatory Must have vaccine 10 days before Authorized center No certificate = denied boarding
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 72 hours – Validity 90 days single – Stay 90 days – Extendable Immigration Nairobi 90 days $100
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eTA $30 (~₹2,500) – Official – Agents $70-80 extra Avoid – Yellow fever vaccine ₹2,500-3,000 government hospital – Certificate free Valid 10 years
🎫 Official Links: eTA Kenya Official Government
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45, Flight return, Hotel first night, Yellow fever certificate mandatory Most important No yellow fever = denied boarding – Bank not needed – eTA mandatory No VOA from Jan 2024
20. Kuwait – eVisa / Sticker via VFS + Sponsor
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa via agency or sponsor – Tourist via agency KD 3 ~$10 but sponsor often needed – Sticker via VFS. Pakistani, Bangladeshi – eVisa via sponsor mandatory. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eVisa mandatory KD 3
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.moi.gov.kw + Sticker via VFS Kuwait
📍 Where to Apply: eVisa Kuwait Official evisa.moi.gov.kw – Direct – Or VFS Kuwait India
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go evisa.moi.gov.kw 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel+bank 3) Pay KD 3 (~$10) 4) PDF 3-5 days – Tourist via agency – Need sponsor – Agency provides sponsor $50-100 extra – Sticker VFS appointment + docs + 7-10 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3-5 working days – Validity 90 days single – Stay 30 days – Extendable MOI Kuwait
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa KD 3 (~$10 / ₹830) + Sponsor $50-100 extra via agency Total $60-110 (~₹5k-9k) – Sticker via VFS KD 3 + service ₹2,000 total ~₹3k-4k
🎫 Official Links: Kuwait eVisa Official | VFS Kuwait Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Flight return, Hotel, Bank 3 months $1000 balance, Sponsor letter if required – Agency provides sponsor – Cover letter
21. Laos – eVisa / VOA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, Pakistani, US, UK, EU – eVisa 30 days + VOA 30 days $35-40 at Luang Prabang Vientiane Airport
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF laoevisa.gov.la + VOA stamp airports $35-40 cash USD
📍 Where to Apply: Laos eVisa Official laoevisa.gov.la – Direct 3 days before – Or VOA at Luang Prabang, Vientiane, Pakse airports
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go laoevisa.gov.la 2) Fill + passport+photo 4x6cm + flight+hotel 3) Pay $40 4) PDF 3 days Print – VOA – Arrive + $35-40 cash USD exact + photo + hotel – Instant
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 3 working days – VOA instant – Validity 60 days – Stay 30 days single – Extendable Immigration Vientiane 30 days $20
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $40 (~₹3,330) – VOA $35-40 cash USD exact (~₹2,915-3,330) – Bring USD cash exact – ATM at airport
🎫 Official Links: Laos eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 4×6 white, Flight return, Hotel first night, No bank – Easiest eVisa after Vietnam – 99% approval
22. Malaysia – eVisa / Visa-Free till Dec 2026 + MDAC
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa 30 days multiple 1 year + visa-free 30 days till Dec 2026 extended. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian – eVisa mandatory. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF + Visa-free stamp – MDAC mandatory free
📍 Where to Apply: Malaysia eVisa Official malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my – Direct no VFS – MDAC imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Register malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my 2) Fill eVisa + passport+photo+flight+hotel+bank 3) Pay MYR 280 4) PDF 48-72h Print – MDAC 3 days before arrival free
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 48-72 hours – Validity eVisa 1 year multiple Stay 30 days per entry – Visa-free 30 days – MDAC 3 days before
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa MYR 280 (~$60 / ₹5,000) + VLS $10 – Visa-free $0 till Dec 2026 Indians + Chinese – MDAC free
🎫 Official Links: Malaysia eVisa Official | MDAC Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×50 white Malaysia spec 35×50, Flight return, Hotel, Bank 1 month, Cover letter
23. Maldives – Free VOA All Nationalities + IMUGA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, Pakistani, US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – Free VOA 30 days No eVisa needed Easiest visa in world
Form of Visa: Free VOA stamp Male Airport No fee 100% free No eVisa Just IMUGA declaration
📍 Where to Apply: No pre-application VOA at Male Velana Airport – But IMUGA Traveller Declaration mandatory 96h before arrival imuga.immigration.gov.mv Free
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Fill IMUGA declaration imuga.immigration.gov.mv 96h before – Upload passport+photo+flight+hotel – Free – QR code Print – 2) Arrive Male Airport – Show QR+passport+return flight+hotel+$100 per day cash/card proof sometimes random check – Instant free stamp 30 days No fee Queue 15-30 min
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: VOA instant – IMUGA 5 min – Validity 30 days free – Extendable Immigration Male 60 days $100 – Total stay max 90 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: VOA free $0 – IMUGA free $0 – No fee – Easiest – No service charge – Just flight+hotel
🎫 Official Links: IMUGA Maldives Official | Immigration Maldives Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank + Machine readable Handwritten not accepted, Flight return, Hotel full stay Maldives wants hotel for full stay Must have, $100 per day funds proof random check Carry bank statement – IMUGA QR mandatory Print color Airlines check IMUGA QR at check-in No IMUGA = denied boarding
24. Mauritius – Visa-Free / VOA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – visa-free 90 days – Free entry – No visa. Pakistani, Bangladeshi – VOA? Need pre-approval via tour operator. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: Visa-free stamp Mauritius Airport – No fee – Free entry
📍 Where to Apply: No pre-application – Visa-free at Mauritius Airport – But need return flight + hotel + $100 per day proof + 6 months passport
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Arrive Mauritius Airport – Show passport 6 months + return flight + hotel full stay + $100 per day proof – Instant free stamp 90 days – Queue 30 min – No IMUGA – No form
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: VOA instant – Validity 90 days free – Stay 90 days – Extendable Immigration Mauritius
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: VOA free $0 – No fee – Easiest – No service charge – Just flight+hotel
🎫 Official Links: Mauritius Immigration Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Flight return, Hotel full stay, $100 per day funds proof random check – Carry bank statement – No IMUGA – No form – 6 months passport mandatory
25. Mexico – FMM + Visa / VOA with US/UK/Schengen/Japan
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – NEED sticker via VFS if no US/UK/Canada/Schengen/Japan valid + used – Otherwise VOA 180 days if have US/UK/Canada/Schengen/Japan valid – US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – visa-free 180 days but FMM form $40 mandatory
Form of Visa: FMM tourist card + Sticker VFS Mexico + VOA with US/UK/Schengen/Japan valid
📍 Where to Apply: FMM Official inm.gob.mx/fmme + VFS Mexico India vfsglobal.com/mexico/india – Apply 15 days before if sticker needed
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: Sticker – 1) Fill VFS Mexico 2) Book appointment 3) Submit passport+photo+bank+ITR+NOC+flight+hotel 4) Pay $54 5) Wait 10-15 days – VOA with US/UK/Canada/Schengen/Japan – No pre-visa – Fill FMM at flight/airport $40 – Show US/UK/Schengen visa copy + entry stamp – Instant 180 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: Sticker 10-15 working days – FMM instant – VOA instant if eligible – Validity FMM 180 days Stay 180 days – Sticker 180 days single Stay 180 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Sticker $54 (~₹4,500) + VFS service ₹2,000 total ~₹6,500 – FMM $40 (~₹3,330) – VOA free if have US/UK/Schengen
🎫 Official Links: Mexico FMM Official | VFS Mexico Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Bank 6 months Mexico wants $1000 balance, ITR, Salary slips, Employer NOC, Flight + Hotel, Previous US/UK/Schengen/Japan visas – For VOA eligibility Must have US/UK/Canada/Schengen/Japan valid + used once – Show visa copy + entry stamp
26. Morocco – eVisa / Visa-Free
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi – eVisa acces-maroc.ma $85 30 days – US/UK/EU visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF acces-maroc.ma + Visa-free stamp US/UK/EU
📍 Where to Apply: Morocco eVisa Official acces-maroc.ma – Direct 3-5 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go acces-maroc.ma 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel+bank 3) Pay $85 4) PDF 3-5 days Print
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3-5 working days – Validity 180 days – Stay 30 days single – Extendable Immigration Rabat
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $85 (~₹7,080) – Official – Agents $20 extra – Visa-free $0 US/UK/EU
🎫 Official Links: Morocco eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Flight return, Hotel, Bank 3 months $500 balance, Cover letter – Visa-free US/UK/EU no bank – eVisa $85
27. Myanmar – eVisa
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, US, UK, EU – eVisa 28 days – Very easy
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.moip.gov.mm – 100% online No sticker
📍 Where to Apply: Myanmar eVisa Official evisa.moip.gov.mm – Direct 3 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go evisa.moip.gov.mm 2) Fill + passport+photo 4x6cm + flight+hotel 3) Pay $50 4) PDF 3 days Print – Show Yangon/Mandalay Airport
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3 working days – Validity 90 days – Stay 28 days single – Extendable Immigration Yangon
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $50 (~₹4,160) – Official – Agents $20 extra
🎫 Official Links: Myanmar eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 4×6 white, Flight return, Hotel, No bank – 99% approval
28. Nepal – Free for Indians / VOA for Others + SAARC Free
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – Free entry No visa Just voter ID or passport Stay unlimited Treaty 1950. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian – VOA at Kathmandu Airport. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – VOA 30/90 days
Form of Visa: Free entry for Indians – VOA stamp for others Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport $30-125 cash USD
📍 Where to Apply: No pre-application for Indians – For others VOA at Kathmandu Airport – Also online pre-apply nepaliport.immigration.gov.np Official – Fill form before arrival to skip queue
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: Indians – Show voter ID or passport No form No fee Free entry – For others – 1) Fill online form nepaliport.immigration.gov.np 15 days before – Upload passport+photo – Get receipt Print – 2) Arrive Kathmandu – Show receipt + $30-125 cash USD exact + photo – Instant VOA stamp
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: VOA instant – Online pre-apply 5 min – Validity Indians unlimited – Others 15 days $30, 30 days $50, 90 days $125 – Stay as per validity – Extendable Immigration Kathmandu
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Indians free $0 – Others 15 days $30 (~₹2,500), 30 days $50 (~₹4,160), 90 days $125 (~₹10,400) – Cash USD exact – SAARC $0 for 30 days SAARC except Afghanistan
🎫 Official Links: Nepal Immigration Online Official | Immigration Nepal Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Indians – Voter ID or passport No visa No fee – For others – Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Flight return, Hotel first night, $30-125 cash USD exact – No bank needed
29. New Zealand – NZeTA + Visitor Visa
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED Visitor Visa eVisa 9 months. US, UK, EU, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia – NZeTA NZD 17 + IVL NZD 100 mandatory visa-free 3 months but NZeTA required
Form of Visa: Visitor Visa eVisa Immigration NZ + NZeTA app/website
📍 Where to Apply: Immigration New Zealand immigration.govt.nz + NZeTA Official immigration.govt.nz/nzeta – RealMe account
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: Visitor – 1) Create RealMe 2) Fill Visitor Tourist 3) Upload passport+bank+itinerary+photo 4) Pay NZD 211 (~$125) 5) Wait 20-40 days – NZeTA – 1) App NZeTA or website 2) Fill 3) Pay NZD 17 + IVL NZD 100 = NZD 117 total 4) 72h email
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: Visitor 20-40 days India – NZeTA 72h – Validity Visitor 1 year multiple Stay 6-9 months – NZeTA 2 years multiple Stay 3 months per entry
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Visitor NZD 211 (~$125 / ₹10.4k) + VFS if paper – NZeTA NZD 17 + IVL NZD 100 = NZD 117 (~$70 / ₹5.8k)
🎫 Official Links: Immigration NZ Visa Official | NZeTA Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 3 months beyond return, Photo 35×45 white, Bank 6 months NZ wants NZD 1000 per month (~$600), ITR, Salary slips, Employer NOC, Hotel + Flight, Previous NZ/Australia/US/UK/Schengen visas, Cover letter itinerary
30. Oman – eVisa / Visa-Free 14 Days
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa via evisa.rop.gov.om 30 days RO 20 ~$52 if have US/UK/Schengen/GCC – Otherwise via VFS. Pakistani, Bangladeshi – eVisa via sponsor. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – visa-free 14 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.rop.gov.om + VOA 14 days free US/UK/EU
📍 Where to Apply: Oman eVisa Official evisa.rop.gov.om – Direct 3-5 days before – Or VFS Oman India
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go evisa.rop.gov.om 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel+bank+US/UK/Schengen/GCC visa copy if Indian 3) Pay RO 20 (~$52) 4) PDF 3-5 days Print
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3-5 working days – VOA 14 days free instant if eligible – Validity 30 days single Stay 30 days – Extendable ROP Oman
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa RO 20 (~$52 / ₹4,330) – VOA 14 days free US/UK/EU – 30 days eVisa RO 20 – Multiple 1 year RO 50 (~$130)
🎫 Official Links: Oman eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Flight return, Hotel, Bank 3 months $500 balance, US/UK/Schengen/GCC valid visa + entry stamp proof for Indian eVisa eligibility – Cover letter
31. Philippines – eVisa / Visa-Free 30 Days
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa 59 days via evisa.gov.ph $30 + Sticker via VFS Philippines – US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – visa-free 30 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.gov.ph + Visa-free stamp
📍 Where to Apply: Philippines eVisa Official evisa.gov.ph – Direct 5-7 days – Or VFS Philippines India vfsglobal.com/philippines/india
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go evisa.gov.ph 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel+bank 3) Pay $30 4) PDF 5-7 days Print – Visa-free – Arrive + passport 6 months + return flight + hotel – Instant 30 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 5-7 working days – Visa-free instant – Validity eVisa 59 days single Stay 59 days – Visa-free 30 days Stay 30 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $30 (~₹2,500) + VFS service ₹1,500 total ~₹4,000 – Visa-free $0 US/UK/EU
🎫 Official Links: Philippines eVisa Official | VFS Philippines Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Bank 3 months $1000 balance, ITR, Salary slips, NOC, Hotel + Flight, Previous visas – Philippines wants bank + ITR – Strict on funds
32. Qatar – Hayya eVisa / VOA / VFS
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – Hayya eVisa 30 days IF have US/UK/Schengen/Australia/Canada/NZ valid visa/residence + used OR GCC resident – Otherwise sticker via VFS. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ – visa-free 90 days but Hayya entry permit required free
Form of Visa: Hayya eVisa PDF hayya.qa + VOA at Doha Airport if eligible + Sticker VFS Qatar
📍 Where to Apply: Hayya Qatar Official hayya.qa + VFS Qatar India vfsglobal.com/qatar/india – 1 week before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: Hayya – 1) Register hayya.qa 2) Select eVisa A1 if have US/UK/Schengen/Australia/Canada/NZ valid 3) Upload passport+photo+that visa copy+flight+hotel – Pay QAR 100 (~$27) 4) PDF 48-72h – VOA if eligible – Arrive Doha + Hayya + $27 + insurance – Instant
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: Hayya eVisa 48-72h – VOA instant if eligible – Sticker 7-10 days – Validity 30 days single – Extendable 30 days MOI Qatar
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Hayya eVisa QAR 100 (~$27 / ₹2,250) + Insurance QAR 50 mandatory total QAR 150 (~$41 / ₹3,400) – VOA same QAR 100 – Sticker via VFS QAR 100 + service ₹2,000-3,000 total ~₹5k-6k
🎫 Official Links: Hayya Qatar Official | MOI Qatar Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months, Photo white 35×45, US/UK/Schengen/Australia/Canada/NZ valid visa/residence + entry stamp proof for Indian Hayya eligibility, Flight return, Hotel booking via Discover Qatar mandatory first night – Book discoverqatar.qa – Insurance included Hayya fee
33. Russia – eVisa 16 Days / Sticker 30 Days
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Filipino, Nigerian – eVisa 16 days single 60 days validity OR sticker 30 days via VFS. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eVisa 16 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF kdmid.ru eVisa + Sticker via VFS Russia
📍 Where to Apply: eVisa Russia Official electronic-visa.kdmid.ru – Direct 4 days before – VFS Russia centers Delhi, Mumbai
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go electronic-visa.kdmid.ru 2) Fill + passport+photo 35×45 white + insurance 3) Pay $40 4) PDF 4 days Print – Validity 60 days Stay 16 days single – Sticker – 1) Fill form visa.kdmid.ru 2) Book VFS 3) Submit docs insurance mandatory 4) Wait 4-20 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 4 calendar days – Sticker 4-20 working days – Validity eVisa 60 days Stay 16 days – Sticker 30 days single Stay 30 days – Insurance mandatory
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $40 (~₹3,330) – Sticker via VFS $80-120 + service ₹2,500 total ~₹9k-12k – Insurance $20-30 mandatory $30k
🎫 Official Links: eVisa Russia Official | VFS Russia Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 2 blank, Photo white 35×45 80% face white background no smile, Insurance mandatory $30k for Russia – Must cover all days – Invitation not needed for tourist eVisa – For sticker invitation via Russian travel agency tourist voucher – Flight + Hotel, Bank 3 months $500 balance
34. Saudi Arabia – eVisa / VOA / Tasheer
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eVisa 1 year multiple 90 days IF have US/UK/Schengen valid + used once OR GCC resident – Otherwise sticker via Tasheer. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian – Sticker via Tasheer not eVisa
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF visa.visitsaudi.com + VOA for US/UK/Schengen holders + Sticker via Tasheer vc.tasheer.com
📍 Where to Apply: Visit Saudi eVisa Official visa.visitsaudi.com + Tasheer Official vc.tasheer.com – VFS Saudi India
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go visa.visitsaudi.com 2) Select if have US/UK/Schengen valid 3) Upload passport+photo+that visa copy+flight+hotel 4) Pay SAR 535 (~$143) 5) PDF 24-72h Print
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 24-72h – VOA instant at Saudi airport if eligible – Sticker 5-7 days – Validity 1 year multiple Stay 90 days per entry max 180 days per year
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa SAR 535 (~$143 / ₹11,900) includes insurance – VOA SAR 480 (~$128) – Sticker via Tasheer SAR 535 + service ₹2,000-3,000 total ~₹13k-14k – Insurance included
🎫 Official Links: Visit Saudi eVisa Official | Tasheer Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months, Photo white 35×45, US/UK/Schengen valid visa + entry stamp proof for Indian eVisa eligibility, Return flight, Hotel, Bank 3 months Saudi wants $1000 balance, Insurance included – Women can travel alone no mahram needed since 2019
35. Schengen Area – 29 Countries (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Netherlands etc)
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED paper Schengen Visa Sticker Type C. US, UK, Canada, Australia – visa-free 90/180 – ETIAS €7 mandatory late 2026. EU – ID card free
Form of Visa: Sticker Paper via VFS Global / TLS – not eVisa
📍 Where to Apply: VFS Global Schengen – france-visas.gouv.fr + videx.diplo.de + vfsglobal.com – Apply 6 months to 15 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Choose main destination (longest stay) 2) Create account VFS + country portal 3) Fill form + upload 4) Book appointment 5) Pay + biometrics 6) Track 7) Collect
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 15 calendar days standard – 30-45 days peak – Validity 90 days to 5 years multiple – Stay 90/180
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Adult €90 (~$98 / ₹8,200) + VFS €20-30 = €120 (~₹10k) – Child 6-12 €45 – Under 6 free – Insurance €30k €15-30 – ETIAS €7
🎫 Official Links: VFS Global Schengen | France-Visas Official | Germany VIDEX
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 3 months beyond return + 2 blank + 10 years old max, Form, 2 photos 35×45 white 80% face, Cover letter, Flight reservation not ticket, Hotel booking, Bank 3 months €100/day ~€3000 for 10 days, ITR 3 years, Salary slips 3 months, NOC employer / Business proof, Insurance €30k AXA, Previous visas copy
36. Singapore – eVisa via Agent + SG Arrival Card
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino, Chinese – NEED eVisa 30 days via authorized agent. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ – visa-free 30 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF sticker via agent + SG Arrival Card free mandatory
📍 Where to Apply: Authorized agents Riya, Thomas Cook, VFS Singapore vfsglobal.com/singapore/india + ICA ica.gov.sg + SG Arrival Card eservices.ica.gov.sg/sgarrivalcard
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Contact agent – passport copy + Form 14A + docs 2) Pay 3) Agent submits to ICA 4) PDF 3-5 days + SG Arrival Card 3 days before arrival free
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3-5 working days – Express 1-2 days SGD 100 extra – Validity 30 days multiple up to 2 years – Stay 30 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: SGD 30 (~$23 / ₹1,900) + Agent ₹1500-2500 total ₹3000-4500 – SG Arrival Card free
🎫 Official Links: ICA Singapore Official | SG Arrival Card Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Form 14A, Photo 35×45 white matte 80% 3 months recent, Cover letter, Bank 3 months, Salary slips 3 months, ITR, Hotel + Flight, Previous Singapore visa if any – photo strict white no shadow
37. South Africa – eVisa / Paper via VFS – Yellow Fever Mandatory
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED eVisa/paper via VFS 90 days. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF ehome.dha.gov.za + Paper sticker via VFS South Africa
📍 Where to Apply: DHA eVisa Official ehome.dha.gov.za – Or VFS South Africa India Delhi, Mumbai
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Register ehome.dha.gov.za 2) Fill form 3) Upload passport+photo+bank+flight+hotel+yellow fever certificate mandatory for India/Africa – Must have 4) Pay ZAR 425 (~$23) 5) Wait 10-15 days PDF Print – Yellow fever mandatory at immigration – Vaccine 10 days before
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 10-15 working days – Validity 90 days single – Stay 90 days – Extendable Home Affairs SA – Yellow fever mandatory
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa ZAR 425 (~$23 / ₹1,900) + VFS ₹1,500-2,000 total ~₹3,500-4,000 – Yellow fever vaccine ₹2,500-3,000 government hospital – Certificate free Valid 10 years
🎫 Official Links: DHA South Africa eVisa Official | VFS South Africa India
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 2 blank pages mandatory 1 for visa 1 for entry, Photo white 35×45, Bank 3 months, ITR, Salary slips, Employer NOC, Hotel + Flight, Yellow fever certificate – Most important – No certificate = denied boarding – Vaccine 10 days before – Government hospital authorized
38. South Korea – K-ETA + Visitor Visa C-3
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED Visitor Visa C-3 sticker via VFS/KVAC. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand – K-ETA $8 mandatory visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: K-ETA PDF k-eta.go.kr + Visitor C-3 sticker VFS Korea
📍 Where to Apply: K-ETA Official k-eta.go.kr/portal/apply/index.do + VFS Korea KVAC Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: Visitor – 1) Fill vfsglobal.com/korea 2) Book KVAC 3) Submit passport+photo 35×45+bank+ITR+NOC+flight+hotel 4) Pay $40 single $90 multiple 5) Wait 8-10 days – K-ETA – 1) Go k-eta.go.kr 2) Fill + passport+photo 3) Pay $8 4) 24-72h PDF Print
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: Visitor 8-10 working days – K-ETA 24-72h – Validity Visitor 90 days single stay 90 days, Multiple 5 years stay 30 days per entry – K-ETA 2 years multiple stay 90 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Visitor C-3 Single $40 (~₹3,330), Multiple $90 (~₹7,500) + VFS ₹900 – K-ETA $8 (~₹665)
🎫 Official Links: K-ETA Official Government | VFS Korea India
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white 80% face, Bank 6 months South Korea wants $1000 balance min, ITR 2 years, Salary slips 3 months, Employer NOC, Business proof if self-employed, Flight + Hotel, Previous visas, Cover letter
39. Sri Lanka – ETA eVisa SAARC Cheaper
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, Pakistani, US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – ETA eVisa mandatory 30 days Very easy
Form of Visa: ETA eVisa PDF eta.gov.lk – 100% online No sticker – Also VOA available but ETA recommended skip queue
📍 Where to Apply: ETA Sri Lanka Official Government eta.gov.lk/slvisa – Direct 2-3 days before – Or VOA at Colombo Airport $50 cash but queue 60-90 min
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go eta.gov.lk 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel 3) Pay $50 card 4) PDF 24-72h Print – Show Colombo Airport – VOA same $50 but queue long – ETA skip queue ETA lane Recommended
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: ETA 24-72h – VOA instant but queue 60-90 min – Validity 180 days – Stay 30 days double entry – Extendable Immigration Colombo 60 days $100
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: ETA $50 (~₹4,160) – SAARC $35 (~₹2,915) for Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshis, Nepalis, Bhutanese, Maldivians – SAARC rate cheaper – VOA same $50 cash USD exact
🎫 Official Links: ETA Sri Lanka Official Government
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo white 35×45, Flight return, Hotel first night, No bank – Easiest eVisa after Vietnam – 99% approval
40. Taiwan – eVisa / Travel Authorization Certificate TAC (ROC)
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED eVisa 30 days IF have US/UK/Schengen/Canada/Australia/NZ/Japan/South Korea valid visa/residence – Otherwise sticker via TECC. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia – visa-free 90 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF + TAC niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw/nia_act + Sticker via TECC
📍 Where to Apply: TAC Taiwan Official niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw – For Indians with US/UK/Schengen – 1 week before – BOCA Taiwan Official boca.gov.tw for eVisa – TECC India Delhi, Chennai
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: TAC – 1) Go niaspeedy 2) Select if have US/UK/Schengen/Canada/Australia/NZ/Japan/South Korea valid + used 3) Fill + passport+that visa number+flight+hotel 4) Submit Instant approval PDF Print – Valid 90 days multiple Stay 14 days per entry – eVisa – BOCA portal Fill+upload+pay $50 5-7 days – Sticker TECC appointment + docs 5-7 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: TAC instant 5 min – Validity 90 days multiple Stay 14 days per entry max 6 entries – eVisa 5-7 days Validity 90 days single Stay 30 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: TAC free $0 – eVisa $50 (~₹4,160) – Sticker via TECC $50 + service ₹1,500-2,000 total ~₹5,500-6,000 – Visa-free $0 US/UK/EU
🎫 Official Links: TAC Taiwan Official | BOCA Taiwan eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo white 35×45, US/UK/Schengen/Canada/Australia/NZ/Japan/South Korea valid visa/residence + entry stamp proof for TAC eligibility, Flight return, Hotel, Bank 3 months Taiwan wants $1000 balance
41. Tanzania – eVisa / VOA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, US, UK, EU – eVisa 90 days + VOA 50$ at Dar es Salaam Kilimanjaro Airport – Yellow fever recommended
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF eservices.immigration.go.tz + VOA stamp airports
📍 Where to Apply: Tanzania eVisa Official eservices.immigration.go.tz – Direct 5 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go eservices.immigration.go.tz 2) Fill + passport+photo+flight+hotel 3) Pay $50 4) PDF 5 days Print – VOA – Arrive + $50 cash USD + photo + hotel – Instant
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 5 working days – VOA instant – Validity 90 days – Stay 90 days single
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa $50 (~₹4,160) – VOA $50 cash USD – Official
🎫 Official Links: Tanzania eVisa Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Flight return, Hotel, Yellow fever certificate recommended – Bank not needed
42. Thailand – eVisa / VOA / Visa-Free 60 Days
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa OR VOA 60 days – eVisa better. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian – eVisa mandatory no VOA. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – visa-free 60 days from 2024
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF + VOA stamp Bangkok Phuket – 2000 THB cash
📍 Where to Apply: thaievisa.go.th Official + VFS Thailand vfsglobal.com/thailand/india – VOA counter Suvarnabhumi/Don Mueang/Phuket
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Register thaievisa.go.th 2) Fill + upload passport+photo+bank+hotel+flight 3) Pay THB 4000 4) Wait 3-10 days PDF – VOA – Arrive + form + photo + 2000 THB + return flight + 10k THB cash proof + hotel
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa 3-10 working days – VOA instant – Validity 60 days single – Stay 60 days extendable 30 days immigration Bangkok 1900 THB
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: eVisa THB 4000 (~$110 / ₹9,200) – VOA THB 2000 (~$55 / ₹4,600) cash THB only – Visa-free $0 US/UK/EU
🎫 Official Links: Thai eVisa Official | Thai Immigration Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 35×45 white, Bank 1-3 months 20k THB per person 40k THB family, Flight return, Hotel first few days, Cover letter
43. Turkey (Türkiye) – eVisa / Sticker via Gateway
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian – eVisa IF have valid US/UK/Schengen/Ireland visa or residence + used once – Otherwise sticker via Gateway. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian – Sticker mandatory. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eVisa 90 days $50-60
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.gov.tr + Sticker via Gateway gateway.com.tr
📍 Where to Apply: eVisa evisa.gov.tr Instant – Sticker Gateway Turkey Visa centers Delhi, Mumbai
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: eVisa – 1) Go evisa.gov.tr 2) Select nationality 3) Fill + passport + Schengen/US/UK visa number if Indian 4) Pay $43-60 card 5) Download PDF instantly Print – Sticker – 1) Fill gateway.com.tr 2) Book appointment 3) Submit docs 4) Wait 10-15 days
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: eVisa instant 5 min – Validity 180 days Stay 30 days single US/UK 180 days stay 90 days multiple – Sticker 10-15 days Validity 180 days stay 30 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Indian with US/UK/Schengen eVisa $43 (~₹3,600) – US eVisa $50 (~₹4,150) – UK £20 – Schengen €60 – Sticker via Gateway €70-90 + service €30-40 total €100-130 (~$110-140 / ₹9k-11.5k)
🎫 Official Links: eVisa.gov.tr Official | Gateway Turkey Official
⏱️ Documents Required: eVisa – Passport 6 months, US/UK/Schengen valid visa/residence copy for Indians, Return flight, Hotel – Sticker – Passport 6 months + 2 blank, Form, Photo 50×50 white, Bank 3 months, ITR, Salary slips, NOC, Hotel + Flight, Previous Schengen/US/UK visas, Insurance not mandatory but recommended $30k
44. United Arab Emirates (UAE – Dubai, Abu Dhabi) – Tourist eVisa
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED eVisa 30/60 days. US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ, Japan, South Korea – VOA free 30/90 days
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF via airline or agent – no sticker – linked to passport
📍 Where to Apply: Emirates emirates.com visa, Etihad etihad.com visa, FlyDubai, Air Arabia, VFS UAE vfsglobal.com/uae, dubaivisa.net
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Book flight Emirates/Etihad 2) Apply airline visa portal – upload passport+photo+PAN India 3) Pay online 4) Receive eVisa PDF 3-5 days – print – OK to board
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3-5 working days – Express 24-48h AED 100 extra – Validity 30 days single AED 350-500, 60 days single AED 600-700, 30 days multiple AED 700, 60 days multiple AED 1000 – extendable AED 800
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: 30 days AED 350-500 (~$95-135 / ₹8k-11.5k), 60 days AED 600-700 (~$163-190 / ₹13.5k-16k), Express +AED 100, Insurance AED 100 included
🎫 Official Links: UAE Government Portal U.AE Official | Emirates Visa | GDRFA Dubai
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months, Photo 35×45 white, Flight booking, Hotel optional but recommended, PAN for Indians, Bank 2 months sometimes for low travel history – No ITR – 99% approval
45. United Kingdom (UK) – Standard Visitor Visa + ETA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino, Chinese, South African – NEED paper visitor 6 months/2/5/10 years. US, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ, Japan, South Korea, UAE – ETA £10 mandatory 2025 – 6 months visa-free but ETA required
Form of Visa: Sticker via TLS/VFS + UK ETA eTA online gov.uk
📍 Where to Apply: GOV.UK gov.uk/standard-visitor + TLS Contact pos.tlscontact.com – 5 centers India Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Apply gov.uk – fill + pay 2) Book TLS 3) Upload docs online before biometrics – self-upload free or assisted £50 4) Biometrics 5) Decision email 6) Passport courier
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 15 working days standard – Priority 5 days £500 extra – Super Priority next day £1000 extra – Validity 6 months/2/5/10 years multiple – Stay 6 months per entry – ETA 2 years multiple stay 6 months – 3 days
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: 6 months £115 (~$145 / ₹12,200), 2 years £400 (~$505 / ₹42,500), 5 years £771 (~$975 / ₹82k), 10 years £963 (~$1,218 / ₹1.02L) + TLS £0-50 – ETA £10 (~$13 / ₹1,100)
🎫 Official Links: GOV.UK Visitor Official | TLS Contact | UK ETA Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + blank, Cover letter + itinerary, Bank 6 months UK wants £100-150/day ~£3000 for 10 days stable no sudden large deposit, Salary slips 6 months, ITR 2 years, Employer NOC, Business registration if self-employed, Property papers, Previous UK/US/Schengen visas, Hotel + Flight reservation
46. United States of America (USA) – B1/B2 Tourist Visa + ESTA
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino – NEED B1/B2 sticker interview – 10 years multiple for India. UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Japan, South Korea – ESTA $21 90 days. Canada visa-free 6 months
Form of Visa: Sticker after interview + ESTA e-auth for waiver – DS-160 online
📍 Where to Apply: DS-160 ceac.state.gov + USTravelDocs ustraveldocs.com – Embassy Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad – VAC biometrics + Interview
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Fill DS-160 2) Create USTravelDocs account – Pay MRV $185 3) Book 2 appointments – VAC + Interview 4) VAC photo+fingerprint 5) Interview – carry all docs 6) BlueDart return
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: Appointment wait India 2-4 months 2026 – After interview 3-7 days – ESTA 72h – Validity B1/B2 10 years multiple – Stay 6 months per entry CBP decides
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: MRV $185 (~€170 / ₹15,400) non-refundable – ESTA $21 (~€19 / ₹1,750)
🎫 Official Links: DS-160 Official | USTravelDocs India | ESTA Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months, DS-160 confirmation, Appointment letter, Photo 5x5cm 600×600 white US spec, Bank 6 months, ITR 3 years, Salary slips, Employer letter, Business proof, Previous US visas, Itinerary (no need flight/hotel for USA)
47. Uzbekistan – eVisa All Nationalities Easy
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, Pakistani, US, UK, EU – eVisa 30 days Very easy – 90% nationalities eVisa
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF e-visa.gov.uz – 100% online No sticker – Visa-free for 90+ countries EU, UK, Australia, NZ, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia etc visa-free 30 days
📍 Where to Apply: e-Visa Uzbekistan Official Government e-visa.gov.uz/application – Direct 3 days before – No agent
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go e-visa.gov.uz 2) Fill + passport+photo 35×45+invitation NOT needed tourist Just hotel 3) Pay $20 single $35 multiple card 4) PDF 2-3 working days Print – Show Tashkent airport – Registration mandatory within 3 days at hotel Hotel does free
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 2-3 working days – Validity 90 days – Stay 30 days single/multiple – Extendable Main Directorate Tashkent
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Single $20 (~₹1,665), Multiple 30 days $35 (~₹2,915) – Official
🎫 Official Links: e-Visa Uzbekistan Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo white 35×45, Flight return, Hotel, No bank – Easiest eVisa Central Asia – 99% approval – Invitation NOT needed tourist eVisa
48. Vietnam – eVisa All Nationalities 90 Days Multiple
⭐ Visa Type by Nationality: All nationalities including Indian, US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia – eVisa mandatory except few visa-free 15-21 days – Indian needs eVisa 90 days multiple
Form of Visa: eVisa PDF evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn – 100% online no sticker
📍 Where to Apply: Vietnam eVisa Official Government evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn – Direct 7-10 days before
🚇 How to Apply Step-by-Step: 1) Go evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn 2) Upload passport+photo 4x6cm white 3) Fill entry exit dates + airport 4) Pay $25 single / $50 multiple 5) Wait 3-5 days – Check status code – Download PDF Print – Valid at 42 ports Hanoi HCMC Da Nang Phu Quoc all covered
⏰ Processing Time & Validity: 3-5 working days – Urgent 1-2 days via agents extra $30 – Validity 90 days Stay 30/90 days as per application – Single/Multiple – Most Indians get 90 days multiple now
🎟️ Visa Cost 2026: Single entry $25 (~₹2,080), Multiple entry $50 (~₹4,160) – Official – Agents $60-80 extra – Avoid – Fee non-refundable if rejected
🎫 Official Links: Vietnam eVisa Official | Vietnam Immigration Official
⏱️ Documents Required: Passport 6 months + 1 blank, Photo 4x6cm white 80% face Vietnam spec 4×6 not 35×45, Flight return, Hotel, No bank needed – Easiest eVisa after Thailand – Approval 99% if photo correct white no glasses
👥 GENERAL VISA TYPES & MUST-KNOW FOR FIRST-TIME TRAVELLERS
- 4 Forms of Visa: Visa-Free – no visa needed just passport – e.g., Indians visa-free 62 countries, US visa-free 186, UK 190 – but still need return flight + hotel proof + 6 months passport. Visa on Arrival (VOA) – get stamp at airport – pay cash/card – e.g., Thailand VOA 2000 THB, Indonesia VOA IDR 500k, Egypt VOA $25, Maldives free VOA 30 days. eVisa – apply online PDF – print and carry – e.g., Turkey evisa.gov.tr, Vietnam evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn, UAE via airline, Australia ETA app, US ESTA, UK ETA, Canada eTA, Schengen ETIAS from late 2026. Paper/Sticker Visa – embassy/VFS/TLS – biometrics + interview – e.g., Schengen via VFS, USA via USTravelDocs interview, UK via TLS, Canada via VFS, Japan via VFS.
- Passport Validity Rule: Most countries want 6 months validity beyond return date + 1-2 blank pages – Schengen wants 3 months beyond return + 10 years old max – passport issued >10 years ago not accepted even if valid – Renew if >10 years old. Carry old passports with valid visas – US 10-year visa in old passport still valid with new passport – carry both.
- 90/180 Rule: Schengen 90 days in any 180 days – not 90 per entry – use Schengen calculator – Overstay fine €500-1000 + ban 1-5 years – Track entry exit stamps. UK 6 months per entry but not 6 months every 2 months – can’t live via visitor visa – 180 days per year max recommended. USA 6 months per entry but CBP officer decides – 1-6 months – I-94 online check after entry – Don’t overstay – ban 3/10 years.
- Dummy Tickets – Avoid: Schengen wants flight reservation not ticket – hold via travel agent – 48h hold free – Don’t buy non-refundable ticket before visa – USA doesn’t need flight/hotel at all – Don’t book. UK/Canada flight reservation recommended not mandatory – Hotel booking.com free cancellation – Book refundable – Cancel after visa.
- Bank Statement – No Funds Parking: UK, Canada, Schengen, Australia very strict – No large deposit last week – Stable balance 3-6 months – €100/day Schengen, £100-150/day UK, CAD 2000-3000 min Canada, AUD 5000 Australia – Sudden large credit = rejection – Explain with proof – salary, property sale etc – Carry salary slips + ITR + employer NOC to prove tie.
- Travel Insurance – Mandatory: Schengen €30k mandatory – Must cover all Schengen days + 15 days extra recommended – AXA Schengen, ICICI Lombard Schengen – Buy online ₹800-1500 – USA not mandatory but recommended $100k – Medical in USA $10k per day – Insurance must – UK not mandatory but recommended – Thailand, Turkey, UAE includes insurance in fee – But carry extra $50k recommended – SafetyWing, WorldNomads.
- Photo Specs – Common Rejection Reason: White background 80% face, no shadow, no glasses, no smile (Schengen, USA, UK no smile), ears visible, 35x45mm Schengen, 50x50mm USA, 45x35mm Japan, 35x50mm Malaysia, 4x6cm Vietnam – Recent 3-6 months – Same photo not used in previous visa – Don’t edit Photoshop – Go to professional studio – Tell country – They know spec – Cost ₹100-200 – Digital 600x600px USA, 35x45mm 300dpi Schengen.
- Cover Letter – Important: Write simple – Date, To Visa Officer, Embassy, Subject – Tourist Visa, Body – I am X working as Y at Z since DATE – Salary – Want to visit COUNTRY for tourism DATES – Itinerary – Day 1 City – Day 2 City – I have sufficient funds – I will return because job, family, property – I have travelled to A, B, C before (if any) – I request visa – Thank you – Signature – Attach job proof + property if any – Keep 1 page – Not 3 pages – Clear.
- Biometrics & Interview: Schengen first time biometrics mandatory at VFS – Valid 5 years (VIS) – Next Schengen within 5 years no biometrics – USA interview mandatory first time – 2-3 min – Answer confidently – Why USA? Tourism – Where? NYC, LA – How long? 10 days – Who paying? Self – What job? Software engineer at Google since 2020 – Ties? Parents in India, job – Don’t lie – Don’t show fake docs – Ban 10 years.
📄 MASTER DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST FOR ALL VISAS (Copy-Paste)
- Passport: 6 months validity beyond return + 2 blank pages (South Africa 2 blank mandatory) + 10 years old max (Schengen) + Old passports with valid visas + Previous Schengen/US/UK visas copy – Very important for approval.
- Photos: 2-4 photos per spec – White background – Recent 3 months – Schengen 35x45mm 80% face, USA 50x50mm 600x600px, UK 35x45mm, Japan 45x35mm, Vietnam 4x6cm, Malaysia 35x50mm – Go to professional studio – Don’t selfie – Cost ₹100-200 – Keep digital + printed.
- Application Form: Online filled + printed + signed – DS-160 for USA, VIDEX for Germany, France-Visas for France, GOV.UK for UK, IRCC IMM5257 for Canada, ImmiAccount for Australia – Double check name as per passport – No spelling mistake – Date format DD/MM/YYYY vs MM/DD/YYYY – Check.
- Financial Proof: Bank statements 3-6 months – Stamped by bank – Not PDF print alone – Go to bank get stamp + signature – ITR 2-3 years – Salary slips 3-6 months – Employer NOC with leave dates + salary + joining date + company letterhead + stamp + signature – Business registration + GST + Company bank if self-employed – Property papers if any – Car papers – Not mandatory but helps tie.
- Travel Proof: Flight reservation – Not ticket for Schengen – Hold via travel agent 48h free – Or refundable ticket – Booking.com hotel free cancellation – Book refundable – Cancel after visa – Day-wise itinerary for Japan mandatory – Day 1 Tokyo – Day 2 Kyoto etc – Without itinerary Japan reject – Cover letter with itinerary.
- Insurance: Travel insurance – Schengen €30k mandatory – Must cover all days + 15 days extra – AXA Schengen online €20-30 – USA $100k recommended – WorldNomads $80-120 – UAE, Saudi, Turkey includes insurance in visa fee – But extra recommended – Print policy + receipt.
- Additional for Some Countries: Yellow fever certificate mandatory for South Africa, Kenya, Uganda if coming from India/Africa – Vaccine 10 days before – Government hospital authorized – Certificate with stamp valid 10 years – No certificate = denied boarding – Check. NOC for minors – Both parents consent affidavit if child travelling with one parent – Birth certificate for child.
❌ COMMON REJECTION REASONS & HOW TO AVOID (FIRST-TIMER MUST READ)
- Funds Parking: Large deposit 1-2 weeks before application – UK, Canada, Schengen, Australia very strict – No large deposit – Stable balance 3-6 months – If large deposit – Explain with proof – Salary bonus letter, property sale deed, loan disbursement letter – Otherwise reject – UK 2024 40% rejections due to funds parking.
- Dummy / Fake Bookings: Fake flight ticket Photoshop – Embassy verifies PNR – Fake hotel – Booking.com free cancellation is okay – But fake ticket with fake PNR = ban – Use hold reservation via travel agent 48h free – Or refundable ticket – Cancel after visa – Don’t fake.
- Weak Ties to Home: No job, no property, no family, young, single, unemployed – Embassy thinks you will overstay – Show ties – Employer NOC with leave + joining date + salary + company letterhead + stamp, Property papers, Family – parents, spouse, child in home country, Previous travel history – If first time – Show strong job + bank + ITR – Travel to visa-free/eVisa countries first – Thailand, UAE, Singapore, Malaysia – Build history then apply Schengen/USA/UK/Canada/Australia – Approval chances 3x higher with travel history.
- Photo Wrong Spec: Shadow, glasses, smile, edited, old photo used in previous visa – Rejection – Go to professional studio – Tell country – They know spec – Cost ₹100-200 – White background 80% face – No smile for Schengen/USA/UK – Recent 3 months.
- Incomplete Documents: Missing bank stamp, missing ITR, missing NOC, missing insurance, missing hotel – Checklist above – Double check – VFS checklist – Country specific checklist on VFS website – Download and tick – Don’t miss.
- Previous Overstay / Refusal Not Declared: If you overstayed Schengen, USA, UK before – Declare – If you were refused visa before – Declare – Embassy has data sharing – Schengen VIS shares with all Schengen – USA shares with Five Eyes – UK, Canada, Australia, NZ share – Lying = 10-year ban – Always declare previous refusal with reason – Cover letter explain what changed now – Funds improved, job stable, travel history improved – Honesty better.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – VISA FOR ALL NATIONALITIES
Q1. How to check if I need visa for a country?
A1. Check 3 official sources – 1) Destination country’s immigration official website – e.g., evisa.gov.tr for Turkey, visa2egypt.gov.eg for Egypt, thaievisa.go.th for Thailand, 2) Your country’s foreign ministry – e.g., India – mea.gov.in, US – travel.state.gov, UK – gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice, 3) IATA Travel Centre – iatatravelcentre.com – Enter nationality + destination + transit – Shows visa requirement – Most accurate for airlines – If airline says need visa – You need visa – Otherwise denied boarding – Never trust random blogs – Check official.
Q2. What is difference between eVisa, VOA, Visa-Free, Sticker Visa?
A2. Visa-Free – No visa needed – Just passport – Show return flight + hotel + 6 months passport at immigration – Stamp free – e.g., US to Schengen 90 days visa-free, Indians to Nepal, Bhutan, Mauritius visa-free 90 days. VOA – Visa on Arrival – Get stamp at airport – Pay cash/card – Fill form – Queue 30-60 min – e.g., Thailand VOA THB 2000, Indonesia VOA IDR 500k, Egypt VOA $25, Maldives free VOA 30 days. eVisa – Apply online before travel – Receive PDF via email – Print and carry – Show at immigration – Skip VOA queue – e.g., Turkey eVisa evisa.gov.tr instant, Vietnam eVisa evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn 3-5 days, UAE eVisa via airline 3-5 days, Australia ETA app instant. Sticker/Paper Visa – Apply via VFS/TLS/Gateway – Biometrics + interview + documents – Passport gets sticker – e.g., Schengen via VFS, USA via USTravelDocs interview, UK via TLS, Canada via VFS, Japan via VFS – Processing 5-60 days – Validity 90 days to 10 years.
Q3. How much bank balance needed for visa?
A3. No fixed amount – Depends on country + days – General rule – Schengen €100/day (~₹9k/day) – 10 days = €1000 + flight + hotel = €3000 (~₹2.7L) min balance – UK £100-150/day – 10 days = £1000-1500 + flight hotel = £3000 (~₹3.2L) – Canada CAD 2000-3000 min – Australia AUD 5000 min for 1 month – USA no fixed but $5000-10000 recommended – Thailand 20k THB (~$550) per person – Singapore no fixed but SGD 2000-3000 recommended – UAE no bank needed but carry $1000 cash if first time – More important is stable balance 3-6 months + salary credit + ITR + No large last-minute deposit – Stable > large.
Q4. Can I apply visa myself without agent?
A4. Yes 100% – All visas can be applied yourself – Agent only fills form + books appointment – You can do same – For Schengen – VFS website step-by-step – For USA – DS-160 + USTravelDocs – For UK – GOV.UK + TLS – For Canada – IRCC + VFS – For eVisas – Official government portals listed above – evisa.gov.tr, thaievisa.go.th, evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn, visa2egypt.gov.eg, molina.imigrasi.go.id, malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my – Avoid agents charging 3x – Use official links above – If inexperienced – Use VFS Premium Lounge ₹3000 extra – They help fill form + photo + photocopy – Worth for first-timers – But avoid random agents promising guaranteed visa – No guarantee – Embassy decides – Agent can’t influence.
Q5. What if my visa is rejected? Can I reapply?
A5. Yes can reapply immediately – No cooling period except Schengen – Some Schengen countries 30 days – But better wait 1-2 months – Fix rejection reason – If rejected due to funds parking – Wait 3 months – Build stable bank + ITR + Salary slips – If rejected due to weak ties – Get job NOC + property papers + travel history to easy countries – Thailand, UAE, Singapore, Malaysia – Build history – Then reapply – Always declare previous rejection – Cover letter explain what changed – New documents – Improved funds – New job – Don’t hide – Embassy has data – Hiding = 10-year ban – Appeal possible for Schengen – 30 days – But reapplying with better docs faster than appeal – Appeal takes 2-3 months – Reapply 1 month with stronger docs better.
🌍 GLIMPSETRIP RECOMMENDATION FOR FIRST-TIME VISA APPLICANTS
Is this visa guide enough for first-time traveller? Absolutely – 100% yes – follow steps and you will get visa without agent. Start with easy visas to build travel history – UAE eVisa 3-5 days AED 350-500, Thailand eVisa 3-10 days THB 4000 or VOA THB 2000, Singapore eVisa 3-5 days SGD 30 + agent ₹1500, Malaysia eVisa 48-72h MYR 280 or visa-free till Dec 2026, Indonesia VOA IDR 500k 30 days, Vietnam eVisa $25 3-5 days, Egypt eVisa $25 3-7 days – These 7 countries approval 95%+ if docs clear – Build 2-3 trips – Then apply Schengen 15 days €90 + VFS €30 – Choose France/Germany/Spain easy – Then UK £115 15 days, USA $185 interview 2-4 months wait, Canada CAD 185 30-60 days, Australia AUD 190 15-35 days – With travel history approval 3x higher.
How many days GlimpseTrip recommends for visa process: Apply 1.5-2 months before travel for Schengen/UK/Canada/Australia/Japan – 3-4 months before for USA due to appointment wait – 1-2 weeks before for eVisa/VOA – UAE, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Egypt, Turkey eVisa instant to 5 days – Always apply early – Peak season Apr-Aug + Nov-Dec – Processing slower – Apply off-peak Sep-Oct + Jan-Feb faster.
Who will benefit most: First-time travellers – No travel history – Start with UAE, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Egypt – Easy eVisa/VOA – Families – Schengen + UK + USA + Canada + Australia – Need strong bank + ITR + NOC + ties – Students – Schengen + UK + USA – Need NOC from college + parent sponsorship + parent bank + ITR – Business travellers – Business visa – Invitation from company + company registration – All nationalities – Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nigerian, Filipino, US, UK, EU, Canadian, Australian – Each country section mentions visa requirement for your nationality – Check your passport section – Form of visa, cost, where to apply, documents, official links all included.
Top 3–5 must-do before applying: 1) Passport 6 months validity beyond return + 2 blank pages – If <6 months or 10 years old (Schengen) – Renew first – Tatkal India 3-5 days – 2) Bank statements 3-6 months stamped by bank + ITR 2-3 years + Salary slips 3-6 months + Employer NOC with leave dates + salary + joining date + letterhead + stamp – Stable balance no large last-minute deposit – 3) Photo white background 80% face recent 3 months per spec – Schengen 35x45mm, USA 50x50mm 600x600px, Japan 45x35mm, Vietnam 4x6cm, Malaysia 35x50mm – Professional studio ₹100-200 – 4) Travel insurance Schengen €30k mandatory AXA Schengen €20-30, USA $100k recommended WorldNomads $80-120, UAE/Saudi/Turkey includes insurance but extra recommended – 5) Flight reservation not ticket for Schengen – Hold via travel agent 48h free – Booking.com hotel free cancellation – Book refundable – Cancel after visa – USA no flight/hotel needed – Don’t book – Cover letter 1 page with itinerary day-wise – Must for Japan.
Important final advice: Always use official links listed in each country section – Avoid agents charging 3x – Official portals – evisa.gov.tr Turkey Official, thaievisa.go.th Thailand Official, evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn Vietnam Official, visa2egypt.gov.eg Egypt Official, molina.imigrasi.go.id Indonesia Official, malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my Malaysia Official, visa.visitsaudi.com Saudi Official, immi.homeaffairs.gov.au Australia Official, ceac.state.gov USA DS-160 Official, gov.uk UK Official, canada.ca Canada Official, vfsglobal.com for Schengen/UK/Canada/Australia/Japan – Check IATA Travel Centre iatatravelcentre.com for visa requirement by nationality – Enter nationality + destination + transit – Most accurate for airlines – If airline says need visa – You need visa – Otherwise denied boarding – Never trust random blogs – Rules change overnight – Check official 1 week before travel – Safe travels.
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🔗 IMPORTANT LINKS – ALL OFFICIAL VISA PORTALS
- VFS Global Official – Schengen, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, UAE, Thailand, South Africa, Russia, Ireland
- USA DS-160 Official + USTravelDocs
- GOV.UK Visa Official – UK Visitor + ETA
- ESTA USA Official + eTA Canada Official
- IRCC Canada Visitor Official
- Home Affairs Australia Official – Subclass 600 + ETA App + NZeTA
- eVisa.gov.tr Turkey Official
- Thai eVisa Official
- Vietnam eVisa Official Government
- Visa2Egypt Official Government
- Molina Imigrasi Indonesia eVOA Official
- Malaysia eVisa Official + MDAC
- Visit Saudi eVisa Official + Tasheer
- UAE Government Portal U.AE Official + Emirates/Etihad Visa
- ICA Singapore Official + SG Arrival Card
- MOFA Japan Visa Official + eVisa Portal
- VFS Ireland + AVATS
- Indian eVisa Official Government – For Foreign Nationals
- Russia eVisa Official kdmid.ru
- IATA Travel Centre Official – Check Visa Requirement by Nationality
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