Indians can now visit 62 countries visa-free. Check full list here

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In a positive development for travel enthusiasts, the list of countries extending visa-free access to Indian passport holders has now expanded to an impressive 62, thereby presenting exciting opportunities for globetrotters to explore diverse cultures, scenic landscapes, and historical wonders without the hassle of visa applications.

Included in this comprehensive list are numerous popular tourist destinations, spread across Southeast Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean. Recognising the potential of attracting Indian tourists, these countries have facilitated easier access for them to explore iconic landmarks, pristine beaches, and cultural hotspots.

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So those with an Indian passport can now travel to 62 countries without the need for a visa, while the passport maintains rank at 80th globally on the Henley Passport Index. While India’s overall ranking has remained consistent from the previous year, the noteworthy increase in the number of visa-free destinations reflects a significant rise from the previous count of 57.

The Henley Passport Index, acknowledged as the foremost interactive online tool for sorting, displaying, and ranking passports worldwide, derives its rankings from data supplied by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Its index serves as a barometer for the global mobility landscape, and reflects the diplomatic reach and accessibility of passports across nations.

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In this year’s list, six nations with the most powerful passports are France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain. Citizens of these nations enjoy the privilege of traveling to 194 countries without the requirement of a visa.

Meanwhile, Afghanistan occupies the lowest position, granting visa-free entry to its citizens to just 28 countries. Syria and Iraq are following it closely, offering access to only 29 and 31 visa-free destinations, respectively. Pakistan passport also did not fare well this year, providing access to just 34 countries.

Here is the extensive list of countries that Indian passport holders can visit without a visa. This broadening of visa-free access enhances opportunities for Indian travelers to engage in cultural exchange and explore a multitude of global destinations.

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1. Angola
2. Barbados
3. Bhutan
4. Bolivia
5. British Virgin Islands
6. Burundi
7. Cambodia
8. Cape Verde Islands
9. Comoro Islands
10. Cook Islands
11. Djibouti
12. Dominica
13. El Salvador
14. Ethiopia
15. Fiji
16. Gabon
17. Grenada
18. Guinea-Bissau
19. Haiti
20. Indonesia
21. Iran
22. Jamaica
23. Jordan
24. Kazakhstan
25. Kenya
26. Kiribati
27. Laos
28. Macao (SAR China)
29. Madagascar
30. Malaysia
31. Maldives
32. Marshall Islands
33. Mauritania
34. Mauritius
35. Micronesia
36. Montserrat
37. Mozambique
38. Myanmar
39. Nepal
40. Niue
41. Oman
42. Palau Islands
43. Qatar
44. Rwanda
45. Samoa
46. Senegal
47. Seychelles
48. Sierra Leone
49. Somalia
50. Sri Lanka
51. Saint Kitts and Nevis
52. St Lucia
53. St Vincent and the Grenadines
54. Tanzania
55. Thailand
56. Timor-Leste
57. Togo
58. Trinidad and Tobago
59. Tunisia
60. Tuvalu
61. Vanuatu
62. Zimbabwe