New visa-free travel for Indian passport holders in 2025: Complete list of 59 destinations

Dubai: Indian passport holders can now travel to 59 countries without needing a visa in advance, according to the Henley Passport Index July 2025 update. This includes destinations offering visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and electronic travel authorisation (ETA) entry.

Countries across Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Caribbean have opened up more to Indian travellers. Popular spots such as Malaysia, Maldives, Thailand, Mauritius, and Indonesia are now visa-free or offer visa-on-arrival access.

This growing ease of travel reflects the increasing recognition of Indian tourists worldwide and efforts to simplify entry requirements. However, travellers are advised to check individual country rules, including permitted stay durations and any health or COVID documentation, on official websites before planning their trips.

India has climbed to the 77th position on the Henley Passport Index, up from 80th in 2024 and 85th the year before. It now shares this rank with Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, and Senegal — all granting visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 59 destinations.

While India has made steady progress, Singapore leads the 2025 rankings, offering visa-free access to 194 destinations. It is followed by Japan and South Korea with 190 destinations, while several European countries, including Germany, Italy, and France, hold close at 189.

The UAE has been one of the biggest risers, jumping 34 places over the past decade — from 42nd to 8th — and becoming the only major country to enter the global top 10.

Meanwhile, Pakistan has also improved modestly, climbing from 101st in 2024 to 96th place in 2025.

31.Bolivia

32.Burundi

33.Cambodia

34.Cape Verde Islands

35.Comoros Islands

36.Djibouti

37.Ethiopia

38.Guinea-Bissau

39.Indonesia

40.Jordan

41.Laos

42.Maldives

43.Marshall Islands

44.Mongolia

45.Mozambique

46.Myanmar

47.Namibia

48.Palau Islands

49.Qatar

50.Samoa

51.Sierra Leone

52.Somalia

53.Sri Lanka

54.St. Lucia

55.Tanzania

56.Timor-Leste

57.Tuvalu

58.Zimbabwe

59.Seychelles

Visa-free: No prior paperwork — just pack your bags and travel. Most countries set a maximum stay (e.g., 14, 30, or 90 days) and require a return ticket and proof of accommodation.

Usually involves:

ETA: A simplified, online process before travel. You receive a digital travel authorisation instead of a traditional visa.

With more doors open than ever, Indian travellers can now explore the world more freely. Whether you're dreaming of pristine beaches, cultural escapes, or business travel — 2025 brings fewer visa hurdles and more travel possibilities.