Offbeat countries that offer visa-on-arrival to Indians

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What is a visa-on-arrival? Some of us might be wondering what this is all about? So, to put it simply, a visa on arrival is a type of visa that is issued at the time of arrival in a foreign country. To enter a foreign nation, the traveller needs to have the approval of the concerned country’s government. Visas are those documents.

In case of visa-on-arrival, the traveller submits the necessary documents as directed by the immigration authorities. Visa-on-arrival, like any other visa, is issued for a specific period of time. Some countries charge a predetermined fee, and some are for free.


If you are visiting a country that has a visa-on-arrival policy for your country, this means that you don’t need to file a visa application before you travel, and you also have the flexibility when it comes to travel dates.


Let’s look at 10 offbeat yet stunning countries that have visa-on-arrival policy for Indians.

Bolivia: If you want to understand South American culture, and the ethnic diversity of the region, Bolivia is a great choice. A single-entry visa-on-arrival is valid for 30 days, and will cost you approximately INR 1,399.

Cook Islands: Cook Islands is one of the most interesting countries in the world. The country’s understanding and practice of sustainable living is beyond impressive. Visit the country for an eco-friendly vacation. The visa-on-arrival is valid for a period of 31 days, and will not cost you anything.

Jordan: Visit Jordan for the Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, and the historic Petra. Jordan is a vibrant country so you can expect an exciting holiday. The single-entry visa-on-arrival will cost you INR 4,182, with a validity of one month. You can also opt for the double-entry visas (for three months) for INR 6274, and multiple-entry visas (for six months) for INR 12,548.

Kiribati: This island nation is probably one of the most offbeat ones on the list. Though the country is made up of 33 islands, only 20 of them are inhabited. So why don’t you check that out this coming year. The visa-on-arrival will cost you approximately INR 2965 - INR 5,190

Madagascar: We love Madagascar for its unique landscape and wildlife. The majority of the wildlife found on this island are endemic in nature. The visa-on-arrival will cost you approximately INR 3,799, and will be valid for 30 days from the day of arrival.

Mauritania: Visit the country for its unique landscape. Mauritania is also one of the most interesting birdwatching destinations. The local culture is vibrant and the food culture is to die for. The single entry visa-on-arrival will cost you approximately INR 999.

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Rwanda: Experience the beauty of the African Great Lakes region and explore the dark history of Rwanda (the Rwanda genocide memorial sites). The visa-on-arrival is valid for a period of 30 days, and is for free of cost.

Tanzania: Visit the country for the Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, the historic town and the pristine beaches of Zanzibar. Tanzania’s visa-on-arrival is valid for a period of 90 days from the date of arrival. It will cost you USD 100 (approximately INR 8320).

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Tunisia: Tunisia is most loved for its stunning beaches and warm weather. Here you will find a beautiful mix of modern as well as ancient. Do check out the historic site of Carthage, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The visa-on-arrival is valid for a maximum period of 90 days, and will cost you approximately INR 5939.

Zimbabwe: Visit Zimbabwe for its highlands, forests, and waterfalls. This is where you will also find the famous Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River. The visa-on-arrival is valid for 30 days from the date of entry into the nation. It will cost you USD 30 (INR 2495) for a single-entry visa-on-arrival.