How to check visa rules for Indian passport holders (and avoid old information)

By the Nexara Holidays travel desk · 2 min read

Visa and entry rules for Indian passport holders change frequently. A blog post from two years ago may be completely wrong today. Here is how to find reliable, current information.

Go to official sources

• The destination country's official immigration or foreign ministry website.
• The country's embassy or consulate in India.
• India's Ministry of External Affairs for general travel advisories.

Avoid relying on social media posts or old articles.

Common types of entry

• Visa-free entry: no visa needed for a short stay, though you may still need to register online or show documents on arrival.
• Visa on arrival: issued at the airport, usually for a fee, with requirements such as a return ticket and proof of funds.
• E-visa: applied for online before travel.
• Electronic travel authorisation or arrival card: an online form some countries require even when no visa is needed.
• Sticker visa: applied for in advance through a consulate or visa centre, often with biometrics. The Schengen visa for Europe is an example. See Schengen visa for Indian travellers: how the process works.

What to check

• How long you can stay.
• Passport validity requirements (often six months beyond your stay).
• Whether a return or onward ticket is required.
• Proof of accommodation and funds.
• Any online form to complete before arrival, such as Thailand's digital arrival card.
• Transit rules if you change planes in a third country.

Timing

Some visas take weeks. Apply as early as the rules allow, and do not book non-refundable travel until visas are approved.

How we help

When you book with us, we check current official requirements for your itinerary and share a document checklist. The final decision on entry always rests with the destination's authorities.