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Sri Lanka |
30 days |
Sri Lanka is an island country home to 21 million people and the best tea.
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- Any Indian intending to travel to Sri Lanka must apply for the Sri Lankan Electronic Travel Authorisation(eTA).
- Indian applicants can also be granted Sri Lankan visa on their arrival in the country.
- The stay duration for the Sri Lankan visa is 30 days.
- An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Sri Lanka by air.
- If visitors are planning a short visit to Sri Lanka, they can submit their ETA application online to the Department of Immigration & Emigration.
- ETA application can be submitted online or on arrival to Sri Lanka.
- Visitors are required to present a passport valid for the duration of stay in the country.
- Somalian passports must have at least one page for entry stamps.
- A Yellow Fever Certificate is requested from visitors on arriving in Sri Lanka.
- Traveller must obtain a previous permit from the Department of Animal Production and Health before bringing any live animal into Sri Lanka.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health as well as a certificate of vaccination against rabies which are issued by the veterinary authorities.
- All visitors in Sri Lanka are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- The Importation of local currencies beyond 5,000 LKR and the Exportation of local currencies beyond 15,000 LKR is prohibited.
- Foreign currency over USD 15,000 must be declared upon your arrival in the country.
- foreign currencies up to the sums that are imported and declared with the exception of Indian and Pakistani currencies which are prohibited from departure.
- Sri Lanka uses India Standard Time zone (GMT+5:30). For this reason, there is no time difference between India and Sri Lanka.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Colombo, Sri Lanka is 3 hours, 31 minutes.
- Although the country is relatively small in size, it has the highest biodiversity density in Asia.
- Sri Lanka has one of the most literate populations amongst developing nations in the world.
- Sri Lanka boasts 24 wildlife reserves, which are home to a wide range of native species such as Asian elephants, leopards, sloth bears, the unique small loris, a variety of deer, the purple-faced langur, the endangered wild boar, porcupines and Indian Pangolins.
- Sinhala and Tamil are the two official languages of Sri Lanka while English is regarded as its link language.
- Sri Lanka is a multi-religious country but Buddhists comprise 70 per cent of the population.
- Dishes include rice and curry, pittu, kiribath, wholemeal roti, string hoppers wattalapam (a rich pudding of Malay origin made of coconut milk jaggery, cashew nuts, eggs, and spices including cinnamon and nutmeg), kottu and hoppers.
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Australia |
30 days |
Australia is home to more than 24 million people, known for unique wildlife and for being the world's smallest continent and largest island.
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- India citizens intending to travel to Australia for a period of 90 days are only required to apply for an electronic visa prior to arrival in the country.
- Passports of citizens must be valid for the duration of stay in the country.
- At least one blank page on visitors’ passports is required for entry stamps.
- Travellers may bring living animals into Australia from countries approved by the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS).
- There are no certificates of vaccination required to enter Australia.
- Visitors are required to provide proof of financial support through a recent bank statement.
- Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- Amounts over AUD 10,000, or equivalent, must be declared on entry and exit.
- All firearms, weapons and ammunition including slingshots and paintball markers must be declared upon arrival.
- The climate of Australia is significantly influenced by ocean currents, having periodic drought and the seasonal tropical low-pressure system that produces cyclones in northern Australia.
- Among well-known Australian animals are the monotremes (the platypus and echidna); a host of marsupials, including the kangaroo, koala and wombat, and birds such as the emu and the kookaburra.
- Although Australia has no official language, nevertheless, English is the de facto national language.
- Australia uses the Australian Eastern Standard Time zone (GMT+10), hence, Australia is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Australia is 11 hours, 9 minutes.
- A majority of Australians are Christians followed by Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism and Judaism.
- In Australia the power plugs and sockets are of type I. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- In Australia, December to February is summer; March to May is autumn; June to August is winter, and September to November is spring.
- Australia's public transport system includes trains, buses, trams and ferries, although, the types of transport available vary between cities.
- Australia is world-famous for its natural wonders and wide-open spaces, its beaches, deserts, "the bush", and "the Outback".
- Australia is one of the world's most highly urbanized countries; it is well known for the attractions of its large cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.
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Singapore |
30 days |
The Republic of Singapore is a city-state and an island country with a population of about 5 million people and the fastest walkers in the world.
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- For the India passport holders travelling to Singapore, an electronic visa application is required for entry for a stay up to 30 days.
- Citizens of India should provide a passport valid for the duration of stay in the country
- Passport in possession of citizens should have at least two blank pages for entry stamps
- Visitors are expected to provide a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate
- Travellers must have confirmed onward or return ticket and enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Singapore.
- Computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency is needed also.
- Travellers aged 18 years old or more are allowed the free import of no more than one litre of beer, spirits and wine.
- The import of meat and its products into Singapore is prohibited.
- Free export of a moderate amount of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
- Importing and exporting of explosives or firearms is forbidden except if the traveller has a permit from the Director-General of Civil Aviation Authority, Singapore
- Any tobacco products and chewing-gum must be declared on arrival.
- The trading of banned drugs is a serious crime in Singapore and the penalty for such crime is death.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- There are no restrictions on importing local currency (Singapore Dollar-SGD) and foreign currencies but visitors are allowed to possess up to 30,000 SDG (Singapore Dollar-SGD) at departure
- Singapore uses the Standard Time zone( GMT+8), hence, Singapore is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India.
- The nation is known for its transition from a developing to a developed country in a single generation under the leadership of its founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew.
- Most Singaporeans are bilingual and English serves as the nation's lingua franca while Malay is the national language.
- Singapore has the highest religious diversity in any country.
- Singapore is the third-biggest creditor nation by net international investment position per capita
- Due to urbanisation, Singapore has lost over 95% of its historical forests. only about of its flora and fauna can be found in its natural reserves such as the Bukit Timah Natural Reserve and the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve which comprise only 0.25% of Singapore's land area
- Singapore has a tropical rain forest climate with no distinctive seasons, uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity, and abundant rainfall.
- The government provides numerous assistance programmes to the homeless and needy through the Ministry of Social and Family Development, so acute poverty is rare
- In 2015, Lonely Planet and The New York Times listed Singapore as their top and 6th best world destination to visit respectively
- As Singapore is a small island with a high population density, the number of private cars on the road is restricted to curb pollution and congestion.
- Singaporean residents also travel by e-scooters, bicycles, bus, taxis and train
- Taxis are a popular form of public transport as the fares are relatively cheap compared to many other developed countries
- Singapore is a major international transport hub in Asia, serving some of the busiest sea and air trade routes.
- Access to water is universal, affordable, efficient and of high quality.
- Buddhism is the most widely practised religion in Singapore, with 33% of the resident population. The next-most practised religion is Christianity followed by Islam, Taoism and Hinduism 17% of the population did not have a religious affiliation
- Racial and religious harmony is regarded by Singaporeans as a crucial part of Singapore's success and played a part in building a Singaporean identity.
- Singapore's diversity of cuisine is touted as a reason to visit the country, one of the best locations when it comes to a combination of convenience, variety, quality and price.
- Hainanese Chicken rice based on the Hainanese dish, Wenchang chicken is considered Singapore's national dish.
- Water sports are some of the most popular in Singapore.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Singapore is 5 hours, 38 minutes.
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Kenya |
90 days |
Kenya is known for its over 30 million people, most spectacular wildlife and the second largest mountain in Africa.
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- India citizens visiting Kenya are granted visas upon their arrival into the country or they can apply for an electronic visa through the embassy's immigration website.
- Your Indian international passports must have a validity of up to 3 months as stipulated by the Kenyan travel requirements.
- Visitors are advised to reserve at least 2 blank passport pages on their passport for mandatory stamps.
- Intending visitors must provide a Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
- The associated plug type is G, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Kenya operates on a 240V supply voltage and 50Hz. Nevertheless, you are advised to always travel with your adapter for the use of your electronic gadgets.
- Kenya uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3), hence, India is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Kenya.
- Options for getting around Kenya include airlines, trains, car hires and taxis, public transport like 'matatus' and buses.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Kenya is 6 hours, 55 minutes.
- Visitors are allowed to possess money amount up to 100,000 Kenyan Shillings before leaving the country.
- The Kenyan Shilling is the official currency of Kenya. Any foreign currency must be converted to the official currency before it can be spent in the country. You can exchange your foreign currencies in any authorized local bank in Kenya or any other financial institution in the country.
- The Bantu Swahili language and English are the official languages spoken in the country but there are more speakers of Swahili than English in the country.
- The popularly cooked Kenyan foods are maize meal called Ugali, when cooked and Unga, when raw and rice. Ugali is usually served as a white stiff porridge, good for dipping in stews or making into a makeshift spoon when you eat with your hands.
- The predominant religion in Kenya is Christianity, Islam is the second-largest religion in Kenya, other faiths practiced in Kenya are Baha'i, Buddhism, Hinduism and traditional religions.
- Wildlife safari is the soul of Kenya’s tourism with safe infrastructure like buses, jeep and light aircraft are put in place for the comfort of tourists exploring the country.
- Lions and Leopards are part of the landscape of the country which has made Kenya one of East Africa’s Favourite Safari destinations.
- Kenya is also a great place for cultural encounters as there are more than 40 different ethnic groups in the country.
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Myanmar |
28 days |
Burma (Myanmar) has a population of 54 million people and is rich in mineral resources and Buddhist temples. It is also the least...
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- Citizens of India with the intention to travel to Myanmar can get a visa upon their arrival in Myanmar. This visa allows for a stay duration of 28 days.
- Indians can also choose to apply for an electronic visa for the same duration of stay.
- Passports of citizens have to be valid six months at the time of arrival and blank passport pages for necessary visa stamps.
- A Yellow fever certificate of vaccination may be required from visitors arriving from India.
- Pet animals brought by travellers must be accompanied by a health certificate.
- There is an airport tax of USD 10 imposed on all travellers who are leaving Myanmar.
- Amounts in excess of the 10,000 US dollars equivalent must be declared upon entry and exit.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Myanmar is 3 hours, 1 minute.
- Myanmar (Burma) uses Myanmar Time zone (GMT+6:30) hence, Myanmar (Burma) is 1 hour ahead of India.
- The Republic of the Union of Myanmar is also known as Burma.
- Myanmar produces precious stones such as rubies, sapphires, pearls and jade.
- Myanmar is also the world's second-largest producer of opium accounting for 25% of entire world production and is a major source of illegal drugs including amphetamines.
- The most popular and available tourist destinations in Myanmar include big cities such as Yangon and Mandalay; religious sites in Mon State, Pindaya, Bago and Hpa-An nature trails in Inle Lake KengTung, Putao, Pyin Oo Pwin; ancient cities such as Bagan and Mrauk-U; as well as beaches in Nabule, Ngapali, Ngwe-Saung, Mergui.
- Tourists also love to visit the Kayan tribe of Myanmar where women wear elongated neck rings as part of their cultural attire.
- The official language of Myanmar is Burmese.
- A large majority of the population practices Buddhism with a minority of Christians, Muslims, Hindus and Jews.
- Burmese cuisine is characterized by extensive use of fish products such as fish sauce, ngapi (fermented seafood) and dried prawn.
- Football is a popular sport and it is played all over the country even in villages.
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Barbados |
90 days |
Barbados, known as the culinary capital of the Caribbean is a country of 284,996 people whose name literally means “the bearded ones”.
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- Indian citizens intending to travel to Barbados for a period of 90 days are not required to apply for a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of arrival in Barbados.
- Visitors are to provide a proof of accommodation, as well as a copy of a financial statement showing they have enough money to take care of themselves for their entire stay in Barbados.
- Visitors under the age of eighteen (18) travelling without a parent or guardian must have a letter of authorization from a parent or guardian.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Barbados is 17 hours, 13 minutes.
- Barbados makes use of the Atlantic Standard Time (GMT -4) hence, India is 9 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Barbados.
- About 95% of the population of Barbados is dominated by Christians. Other religions are Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, Wicca, and Baha’i.
- The official language in Barbados is English, however, Bajan is spoken majorly in an informal setting throughout the country.
- The main currency used in Barbados is the Barbadian Dollar(B$), although the US Dollar is also acceptable. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- The numerous natural and historical beauties found in Barbados put it out as a great place for tourists and visitors looking to experience the richness of nature and to discover new cultures.
- The weather of Barbados is usually hot and sunny all year round, with over 3000 hours of sunshine each year. The rain comes in quick showers. The dry season lasts from January to June.
- The power and socket plug used in Barbados is of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 115 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Visitors can move around in Barbados with buses, taxis and car rental. Also, driving is on the left side.
- Some delicacies Barbados is popular for include, cou cou, flying fish, rice and peas, cutters, etc.
- Visitors in Barbados are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Maldives |
30 days |
The Maldives has about 446,513 inhabitants. It consists of 26 atolls which are made up of 1192 Coral islands and is also known as the "Hundred Thousan...
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- India citizens visiting the Maldives are granted a visa on arrival for a period of 30 days.
- Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay stipulated in the visa application form.
- Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- Visitors are required to present a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination at entry.
- Opium, marijuana, cocaine, pornographic materials and stories, idols of worship, firearms, alcoholic drinks and pork are prohibited.
- Visitors are not allowed to take tortoise and turtle shells and black coral from the Maldives.
- Visitors are required to accompany pets with a health certificate and a certificate of vaccination from likely animal diseases.
- Dogs are not allowed into the country.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- There are no currency restrictions on entry and at the exit from the Maldives.
- Visitors, regardless of age, are allowed the free import of a moderate quantity of tobacco, cigarettes and cigars and a moderate amount of gifts.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to the Maldives is 4 hours, 34 minutes.
- Payment for onward/return tickets is requested from Visitors entering the Maldives
- A proof sufficient funds are required for entry also.
- On the Maldives, the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz and plugs used in the Maldives are of types, C, D, G, J, K and L.
- Maldives uses The Maldives Time zone (GMT+5), hence, India is 30 minutes ahead of Maldives.
- Maldives citizens give equal preference to the road, water and air transportation
- The Maldives adopts the Maldivian rufiyaa as its national currency.
- Islam is the official religion and all citizens must be Muslims because the practice of a faith other than Islam is forbidden.
- The country's primary language is Dhivehi together with the English language but languages such as Hindi, Sinhalese and Urdu as spoken by the minority.
- When transiting in the Maldives, travellers should ensure their luggage does not contain items such as weapons, ammunition, alcohol, pornographic and religious material offensive to Islam, among other items.
- Public observance of any religion other than Islam is prohibited
- The Maldives is known for its beaches, blue lagoons and extensive reefs. The capital, Malé, has a busy fish market, restaurants and shops on the main road.
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Ethiopia |
90 days |
Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.
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- India citizens travelling to Ethiopia for a duration of up to 90 days can either get a visa on arrival or apply for an e-visa.
- Visitors applying for an e-visa are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
- Passports of citizens entering Ethiopia must be valid for at least 6 months and must possess a minimum of 2 blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
- The passport photograph of visitors is required to be with a recent photograph with a size of 37mmX37mm.
- Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying beyond the duration of stay and leaving the country.
- Standard travel documents like passport or a national ID card will generally be required from visitors to visit Ethiopia.
- For Ethiopia, there are two associated plug types, types C and F. The country operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz. You are advised to travel with your electronic adapter when you are travelling to the country should your electronic gadgets above the above Voltage and/or Hertz.
- Ethiopia time zone is East Africa Time (GMT+3) therefore, India is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Ethiopia.
- Citizens of India ranging from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
- Visitors are allowed to travel with them, goods bought in Ethiopia up to a value of 500 Ethiopian ETP at their departure.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a certificate of good health issued by a veterinarian in the home country.
- The estimated flight time for you to fly from Delhi, India to Ethiopia is 5 hours, 50 minutes.
- You won't be required to pay for any airport tax upon your departure from the airport.
- Visitors are allowed to hold local currency up to ETP 100 per person, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared to the customs on arrival.
- Foreign currency may be exchanged only through authorized banks or other financial institution within the country.
- Ethiopia is the most populous landlocked country in the world and the second-most populous nation on the African continent after Nigeria.
- The nation is a land of natural contrasts, with its vast fertile west, its forests, and numerous rivers, and the world's hottest settlement of Dallol in its north.
- Ethiopia uses the ancient Ge’ez script, which is one of the oldest alphabets still in use in the world.
- Ethiopia is a multilingual nation with around 80 ethnolinguistic groups, the four largest of which are the Oromo, Amhara, Somali and Tigrayans.
- The skull of the hominid (ancestors of the Homo Erectus) is said to have been discovered in Ethiopia by Tim D. White. The most well known hominid discovery is Australopithecus afarensis.
- The predominant climate type is tropical monsoon, with a wide topographic-induced variation.
- Ethiopia is a global centre of avian diversity. To date, more than 856 bird species have been recorded in Ethiopia, twenty of which are endemic to the country.
- Agriculture constitutes around 85% of the labour force. However, the service sector represents the largest portion of the economy.
- English and Italian is the most widely spoken foreign languages in the country, and is the medium of instruction in secondary schools, although, most people in the country speak Afroasiatic languages of the Cushitic or Semitic branches.
- The Ethiopian empire was one of the first in the world to officially adopt Christianity as the state religion.
- The best-known Ethiopian cuisine consists of various types of thick meat stews, known as wat in Ethiopian culture, and vegetable side dishes served atop injera, a large sourdough flatbread made of teff flour.
- Ethiopians popularly eat from the same dish in the centre of the table with a group of people and it widely culturally acceptable to feed others in your group with your own hands.
- Traditional Ethiopian cuisine employs no pork or shellfish of any kind as they are forbidden in the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian, Islamic and Jewish faiths.
- Ethiopia and Liberia are the only countries in Africa that are not colonized in African continent.
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Malaysia |
30 days |
Malaysia is a country in south eastern Asia. It is the 44th most populated country in world having a population of over 30 million people. It has its...
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- According to the Malaysian visa policy, India citizens can make a visit to the country by applying for an electronic visa. This visa allows for a stay of up to 30 days
- At least one passport page of visitors will be required for entry stamps.
- India citizens are not required to provide any certificate of vaccination to visit Malaysia.
- Passport of citizens must be valid for six months beyond the date of arrival into the country and must have a minimum of reserve two pages on your passport.
- India citizens are allowed free export of moderate amounts of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
- Children aged 15 years old and younger may be added to the passport of an adult in their company.
- Entry is denied to foreign women in a late stage of pregnancy (six months or more).
- Foreign travellers are not required to pay any form of airport tax fee.
- You must have enough money at least USD 74 to handle your daily expenses, as well as onward or return tickets.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers to Malaysia are required to fill in a health declaration form handed over by the airlines during the flight.
- Visitors are only allowed to possess currencies up to the equivalent on of $10,000 entry and at departure and must be declared upon arrival in the country.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Malaysia is 5 hours, 12 minutes.
- Malaysia is the 66th largest country by landmass and it borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia.
- The Malaysia "My Second Home" programme that allows foreigners to live in the country on a long-stay visa for up to 10 years has made Malaysia listed as one of the best places to retire to in the world.
- The country has the highest numbers of women working in the banking industry.
- Malaysia is ranked 19th in the world for its quality roads, quality of port infrastructure and quality of air transport infrastructure but ranked 39th in quality of electricity supply.
- The country has seven international ports, the major one being the Port Klang.
- There are 200 industrial parks along with specialized parks such as Technology Park Malaysia and Kulim Hi-tech park.
- The telecommunication network, although strong in urban areas, is less available to the rural population.
- The major modes of transportation within Malaysia is by road and railways.
- The constitution grants freedom of religion and makes Malaysia an officially secular state while establishing Islam as the "religion of the Federation”
- The official and national language of Malaysia is Malaysian, a standardized form of the Malay language alongside the English language.
- Popular sports in Malaysia include association football, badminton, field hockey, bowls, tennis, squash, martial arts, horse riding, sailing, and skateboarding.
- Malaysia is one of the world most popular places for coastal tourism. Langkawi and Kedah are the most famous nature island spots in the country.
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Iran |
30 days |
Iran is a country of over 80 million people people. It is famous for being home to the Persian cat, for producing the best rugs, and for having about...
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- India citizens can visit Iran by applying for Iranian e-visa for a stay up to 30 days.
- Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 90 days from the date of arrival.
- Visitors must provide at least one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for India visitors aged 9 months and above.
- Pets of visitors must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate and by a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
- Visitors are allowed to bring in a moderate amount of cigarettes, a moderate amount of perfume for personal use and gifts whose import duty or tax is not more than USD 80.
- On leaving the country, visitors will be required to pay a departure tax of IRR 70,000.
- Visitors are allowed to possess up to IRR 500,000 on entry and at departure.
- All tourists or foreigners entering Iran are required to report their arrival within 8 days at Police Headquarters in Tehran or Main Police Office in other Iranian cities so as to obtain a residential permit.
- Iran currently uses Iran Daylight Time zone (GMT+3:30) hence, India is 2 hours ahead of Iran.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Tehran, Iran is 7 hours, 30 minutes.
- Airlines traveling to Iran are Emirates, Kuwait Airways, Oman Air, Flydubai, and Qatar Airways.
- The telephone code used in Iran is (+98), communicable international and locally.
- Banks closed operation of Thursday afternoon, and Friday, and resume operation on Saturday and Sunday.
- Visitors are strongly recommended to have several passport photos and copies of their passport, especially the page containing personal dates, as all owners of private or public places such as hotels must inform Police Authorities and Foreign Nationals Residence Record Office of the details of such visitors
- Trading in or possession of illegal drugs is a serious crime that is met with very severe penalties in Iran.
- Bringing in alcoholic drinks and old books or magazines is also not allowed.
- It is prohibited to bring in any kind of live birds, animals and their products, bacteria, fungi, insects, worms, viruses, berries, fruits, plants, seedlings or vegetables, bulbs, parts of plants or cuttings, stalks, roots, seeds and soil, especially from Asian countries.
- Transportation in Iran is made mainly by road, the best way to escape the traffic and crowded streets of city centers.
- The currency adopted by Iran is the Iranian Rial.
- Persian (Farsi) is the predominant and official language of Iran.
- Tourism in Iran is diverse, providing a range of activities from hiking and skiing in the Alborz and Zagros mountains, to beach holidays by the Persian Gulf and the Caspian Sea.
- The power plug types used in Iran are type C and F. Type C has two round pins, while F has two round pins with two earth clips on the side. The voltage supply is 230V and 50Hz.
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Nigeria |
90 days |
Nigeria is known for its 250 ethnic tribes, good music, and the best jollof rice in the world.
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- Nigeria grants pre-visa to nationals of India to live in Nigeria for a stay up to 90 days.
- This visa can be extended at the Immigration Department of Nigeria, and it incurs extension fees.
- Citizens of India are required to obtain an approval letter on arrival before proceeding to Nigeria.
- The application should not exceed the validity of On Arrival Approval of 14 days before traveling to the country.
- Visitors are expected to leave at least a blank page on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
- Amendment pages at the back of the passport are not suitable for Nigeria visas.
- Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in Nigeria with a recent bank statement must be provided.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Nigeria is 9 hours, 47 minutes.
- Nigeria uses the West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1) hence, India is 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Nigeria.
- A child (under 16) who is not traveling with both parents or a legal guardian must provide a notarized letter of consent signed by the non-accompanying parent(s) or guardian.
- Visitors must provide proof of travel arrangements including a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets showing round trip travel to Nigeria and onward flight.
- There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit.
- Visitors are required to present a proof of Polio and Yellow Fever vaccination.
- Visitors cannot depart the country without presenting entry stamps to the immigration authorities.
- Transportation within Nigeria can be made through buses, minivans, taxis, rickshaws, trains and ferries.
- Nigeria has a varied landscape; the far south has a tropical rain-forest climate, the southwest and the southeast have Coastal plains, the Eastern part and a little portion of the North is made up of freshwater swamp and rain-forest while the rest of the North is made up of desert lands.
- Nigeria has a tropical climate with two seasons. A wet season from April through October and a dry season from November through March with June being the month with the highest amount of rainfall and degree of humidity.
- Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and the seventh most populous country in the world.
- The country is viewed as a multinational state, as it is inhabited by 350 ethnic groups, of which the four largest are the Fulani, Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba.
- The official language of Nigeria is Nigerian English.
- Nigeria also has a wide array of unexploited mineral resources which include natural gas, coal, bauxite, tantalite, gold, tin, iron ore, limestone, niobium, lead and zinc.
- Nigeria is a religiously diverse society, with Christianity and Islam being the most widely professed religions.
- Tourism in Nigeria centers largely on events, due to the country's ample amount of ethnic groups, but also includes rain forests, savannah, waterfalls and other natural attractions.
- Places of interest may include the Tafawa Balewa Square(Lagos), Yankari Games Reserve (Bauchi), Obudu Cattle Ranch(Crossriver), The Nike Art Gallery, Freedom Park Lagos and the Cathedral Church of Christ, Lagos.
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Turkey |
90 days |
Turkey, a country that is in two continents, Europe and Asia, is bordered by eight other countries.
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- India citizens intending to travel to Turkey can apply for an electronic visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- Passport of visitors must be valid for the duration of stay in Turkey.
- Visitors are required to provide a blank page on their passports for entry and exit stamps.
- It is possible for travellers aged 18 years old or younger to be included in a parent's passport.
- As a preventive measure outbreak of swine flu, all travellers arriving in Turkey from infected countries have to fill in a health declaration form, which is issued on board.
- Travellers without enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Turkey and clean appearance will be deported by the transporting carrier.
- There are no certification of vaccination needed to travel to Turkey.
- Visitors must also purchase their onward or return tickets.
- There are no restrictions on importing local currency (New Turkish Lira-TRY) and foreign currencies.
- Travellers should declare and specify the imported foreign currencies in their passport upon arrival to avoid any problems on departure.
- Pet animals can enter as cargo, as traveller's checked luggage or in the cabin accompanied by a certificate of good health.
- If travellers overstay their visit, they must inform the immigration police and get a residence permit that must be produced upon departure.
- Turkey uses the GMT+03:00 Time zone (GMT+3), hence, India is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Turkey.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Ankara, Turkey is 5 hours, 45 minutes.
- Turkey bordering the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas have a temperate Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild to cool wet winters.
- May is generally the wettest month, whereas July and August are the driest.
- The official language is Turkish, which is the most widely spoken Turkic language in the world.
- Turkey is a secular state with no official religion; the Turkish Constitution provides for freedom of religion and conscience.
- Turkey hosts the largest number of refugees in the world, including more than 2.8 million Syrian refugees.
- Turkish culture is a product of efforts to be a "modern" Western state, while maintaining traditional religious and historical values.
- Cappadocia is a region created by the erosion of soft volcanic stone by the wind and rain for centuries. The area is a popular tourist destination, having many sites with unique geological, historic, and cultural features.
- Turkey operates on 220 volts, 50 Hz, with round-prong European-style plugs that fit into recessed wall sockets /points.
- There are 40 national parks, 189 nature parks, 31 nature preserve areas, 80 wildlife protection areas and 109 nature monuments in Turkey such as Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park, Mount Nemrut National Park, Ancient Troya National Park, Oludeniz Nature Park and Polonezkoy Nature park.
- Turkey is home to two of the Seven Wonders of the World, the world's oldest religious site, Göbekli Tepe and numerous other World Heritage Sites such as the "Neolithic Site of Çatalhöyük", "Hattusa: the Hittite Capital", the "Archaeological Site of Troy" and others.
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Seychelles |
90 days |
Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. Seychelles populated with over 96,000 people, it is known for its be...
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- Seychelles visa is granted to India citizens upon their arrival in Seychelles.
- India citizens can live in Seychelles (under a tourist registration exercise at the embassy of Seychelles) for a stay up to 90 days.
- Citizens of India are required to provide their international passports valid within the duration stay upon arrival in Seychelles.
- An evidence of accommodation during the visit should also accompany other documents, this could be in the form of hotel reservations receipts or rent tellers.
- Visitors must also provide a return or onward tickets, if unable to be purchased before arrival, they must be bought on arrival.
- Currencies up to the equivalent of 2,000 Seychelles Rupee are not allowed in and out of the country.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travelers arriving in Seychelles islands have to fill in a questionnaire upon arrival.
- On the Seychelles, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Seychelles uses the Seychelles Time zone(GMT+4), hence, India is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of Seychelles.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Victoria, Seychelles is 10 hours, 5 minutes while from Mumbai is 4 hours, 25 minutes.
- Visitors must prove that they have enough money not less than USD 150 for each day, or USD 75 for each day when visiting either through a bank statement or by cash.
- Birds importation into the country is highly forbidden except the importation of the African Grey Parrot provided it has been a family pet for one year.
- According to the law of Seychelles, all imported animals must undergo quarantine for a 14 day-period upon arrival after which they will be granted a permit to enter Seychelles.
- Restricted goods include unprocessed coco-de-mer, live tortoises, shells and live and processed fish.
- Seychelles is classified as a tropical rain forest as the climate is humid because the islands are small and the temperature varies little throughout the year.
- In Seychelles, the coolest months are in July and August, the windy months are from May to November and this is the most pleasant time of the year. On the other hand, the hot months are from December to April while March and April are the hottest months.
- French and English are official languages along with Seychellois Creole which is primarily based upon French.
- The papers are mostly written in Seychellois Creole, French and English.
- Most Seychellois are Christians, Hinduism is practiced by 2.4%, and Islam by 1.6%. Other non-Christian faiths accounted for 1.1% of the population while a further 5.9% were non-religious or did not specify a religion.
- Seychelles society is essentially matriarchal, that is, mothers tend to be dominant in the household, controlling most expenditures and looking after the interests of the children
- Staple foods eaten in Seychelles include fish, seafood and shellfish dishes, often accompanied with rice
- The country has the mountain rainforests of Morne Seychellois National Park and beaches, including Beau Vallon and Anse Takamaka.
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Cambodia |
30 days |
Cambodia is a country of over 16.01 million people known for being the home of the largest religious monument in the world, for its warm culture, and...
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- Citizens of India can be granted a Cambodian visa when they arrive at any Cambodian port of entry. The visa lasts for 30 days.
- Visitors will need to inquire with the airline if boarding is allowed without a visa before setting out on the trip.
- Indians also have the option to apply for an electronic visa to visit Cambodia.
- Indians applying for an electronic visa are required to supply a passport scan, digital passport photo, and credit/debit card or Paypal account.
- Note that the Cambodian electronic visa is valid for 90 days after it is first issued.
- To extend the Cambodia electronic visa for another 30 days total, visitors can make application by contacting the local police station or immigration office.
- Visitor’s passport must be valid for six months from the date of entry into Cambodia.
- Passports of visitors must have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- Passports of visitors should not be frayed, torn, separating or altered in any other way.
- Visitors’ Passport photographs must be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper.
- Passport photograph size must be two inches by two inches in size and taken against an all-white background.
- The passport photographs must provide the full front view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral expression.
- Passport holders may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear for religious purposes in photographs.
- No sticker or stamps will be issued to citizens applying for the electronic visa only permits.
- Super rush processing times for Cambodia electronic visas are approximately 24 hours.
- Indian nationals are required to print out 2 copies of the electronic visa certificate.
- Visitors are required to give one copy of the electronic visa certificate to the immigration department as your travel visa upon arrival in Cambodia and one copy upon departure.
- Phnom Penh International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, Poi Pet (Banteay Meanchey), Bavet (Svay Rieng), Cham Yeam (Koh Kong), Tropaeng Kreal Border Post (Stung Treng) and Sihanoukville International Airport are the only port of entry for electronic visa.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Cambodia is 4 hours, 40 minutes.
- Visitors are not required to pay departure tax upon leaving the country.
- Cambodia is known for the World Heritage site, Angkor Wat temple complex which is one of the largest religious monuments in the world on a site measuring up to 162.6 hectares.
- Cambodia has two distinct seasons and a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year. The wet season runs from December through April while the dry season is between January and February.
- Cambodia is known to have a single official language called Khmer which is spoken by nearly of the whole of the country's population.
- A bulk of Cambodia's population practice Theravada Buddhism, followed by Islam, Christianity, and other religions
- Transport within Cambodia can be made through public buses, private taxis and ride-hailing via mobile apps.
- Taxis in Cambodia can appear in the form of cars, motorcycles, and tuk-tuk.
- There are no records of any inter or intra-city railway systems in Cambodia.
- In Cambodia, the power plugs and sockets are of type A, C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Cambodia currently uses the Indochina Time, (Greenwich Meridian Time+7) which puts Cambodia 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of India.
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United Arab Emirates |
30 days |
The Emirates is a country of some 9,598,553 people known its huge tourist attractions, larger number of expatriates, and for having one of the most st...
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- Indians entering the United Arab Emirates are required to apply for an electronic visa(e-visa) for a variable stay duration of at least 30 days.
- Passports of citizens must have a minimum of 6 months validity after the date of arrival.
- Two blanked pages on the passports of holders is required for necessary stampings.
- A passport is not required if the child is registered in the parent's passport.
- There are no certificates of vaccination required from visitors entering into the United Arab Emirates.
- A visa included in an expired passport, combined with a valid passport, can be accepted for travel.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu (H1N1), visitors entering the United Arab Emirates will have to fill in a health declaration form.
- Travellers departing from any airport in the United Arab Emirates must pay a fee of AED 30.
- There are no restrictions on the amount of local and foreign currencies taken in and out of the country.
- The climate of the United Arab Emirates is subtropical-arid with hot summers and warm winters. The climate is categorized as a desert climate.
- Flogging is a punishment for criminal offences such as adultery, premarital sex and alcohol consumption in the United Arab Emirates.
- it is illegal to be intoxicated in public or drive a motor vehicle with any trace of alcohol in the blood.
- Islam is the largest and the official state religion of the United Arab Emirates. The government follows a policy of tolerance toward other religions and rarely interferes in the activities of non-Muslims.
- Arabic is the national language of the United Arab Emirates. The Gulf dialect of Arabic is spoken natively by the Emirati people.
- Dubai is the site of ultramodern Burj Khalifa tower, enormous shopping centres and extravagant entertainment attractions.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is 3 hours, 23 minutes.
- The United Arab Emirates adopts the Gulf Standard Time which puts India 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of United Arab Emirates.
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Hong Kong |
14 days |
Hong Kong is home to about 8 million people, spectacular
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- India citizens looking forward to travel to Hong Kong should apply for the Hong Kong Electronic Tourist Authorisation(eTA).
- This visa allows you to stay in Hong Kong for 14 days.
- Your Indian international passport must be valid for at least 6 months after arriving at the country.
- You must have at least two blank pages on their passports for necessary stampings.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Certificate of Vaccination is necessarily not required from travelers who are going to Hong Kong. However, it is ideal to have it with you because of some exceptional cases.
- Hong Kong dollar, denote as HKD, is the local currency accepted as a legal tender for a medium of exchange in the country.
- Pets can only enter into Hong Kong as traveler's luggage, as cargo or in the cabin.
- In Hong Kong, the power plugs and sockets are of type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Hong Kong is 5 hours, 11 minutes.
- Hong Kong uses the Standard Time zone (GMT+8), hence, Hong Kong is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India.
- Humid subtropical climate is the type of weather climate that Hong Kong has, just like the Southern China's atmosphere.
- Hong Kong is home to the International Commerce Centre, the tallest skyscraper in the country with 118-story buildings.
- The country has a highly developed, sophisticated transport network of railways, buses and ferries.
- Despite the existence of natural lakes and rivers, high population density, inaccessible groundwater sources, and extremely seasonal rainfall, the Hong Kong territory still lacks a reliable source of fresh water.
- Hong Kong is characterized as a hybrid of East and West, Traditional Chinese values emphasizing family and education blend with Western ideals, including economic liberty and the rule of law
- There are five daily meals taken in Hong Kong- breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and Siu yeh.
- Dishes include Congee, Chai su bao, Siu yuk, egg tarts and mango pudding.
- Chinese and English are the two official languages of Hong Kong.
- Religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Most of the Hong Kong people of Chinese descent practice Chinese folk religion—which may include Confucian, Taoist doctrines and Buddhism.
- October to the earlier time of December is the right moment to visit Hong-Kong when the weather is cool, sunny and pleasant to the body.
- Spring and Lantern Festivals are the festival period in Hong Kong that occur around January to February every year.
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Lesotho |
14 days |
Lesotho is an enclaved country in southern Africa, with a population of about 2 million people. Lesotho is a land of clear blue skies and more than 30...
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- Indian nationals traveling to Lesotho can get an e-visa with a stay duration of 14 days.
- You must have a return/onward ticket before your visa is approved.
- Your passport must have six months validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Provision for proof of hotel accommodation before traveling to Lesotho.
- International certificate of vaccination must also be provided.
- Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is an administrative service in Lesotho who are in charge of securing your luggage. You are to file-in to this regulatory body to secure your traveling bags and other items you might be traveling with and to be able to easily locate your luggage should any form of misplacement occur.
- Visitors to the interior of Lesotho should bring clothing and equipment suitable for extreme cold weather during the winter months of June through August. Weather conditions can deteriorate rapidly in the mountains, and snow may close mountain passes. Temperatures can drop below freezing even in the lowlands.
- Lightning strikes occur more in Lesotho than anywhere else in the world. You are to find shelter immediately if you are out in the storm. To avoid death, you should stay away from metal objects if there is a storm.
- Although bus and public taxi services exist, chronic overloading combined with inadequate vehicle maintenance and lack of driver training makes them unsafe. Some private taxi services are available in the capital, but roving mini-bus taxis should be avoided. There is no passenger train service in Lesotho.
- The time difference between Lesotho and India is 3 hours, 30 minutes.
- Traveling from Delhi, India to Maseru, Lesotho is about 16 hours, 50 minutes.
- In Lesotho the power plugs and sockets are of type M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. You are nevertheless, advised to always travel with your adapters when traveling to any country.
- Lesotho has a temperate climate, with hot summers and cold winters. Maseru and its surrounding lowlands often reach 30 °C (86 °F) in the summer. Winters can be cold with the lowlands getting down to −7 °C (19.4 °F) and the highlands to −20 °C (−4.0 °F) at times.
- Christianity is the dominant religion in Lesotho, practiced by approximately 90% of the country's population. The remaining 10% of the population includes adherents from other religions like Islam, Hinduism, and traditional African religions.
- The Kingdom of Lesotho is a small landlocked country within South Africa, known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
- The Loti (plural: maLoti) is the currency of the Kingdom of Lesotho. It is subdivided into 100 Lisente (sg. Sente). It is pegged to the South African rand on a 1:1 basis through the Common Monetary Area, and both are accepted as legal tender within Lesotho.
- Lesotho is well known for its breathtaking scenery which includes snow-capped mountain ranges during the winter. The Sehlabathebe National Park, in the Maloti Mountains, is at the heart of the country and boasts rich plant, animal and birdlife.
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Madagascar |
90 days |
The Republic of Madagascar, has its capital as Antananarivo. It is a home to about 26,641,187 people and more than half of its wildlife is not found a...
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- Citizens of India who intending to visit Madagascar must first apply for an e-Visa.
- You are to fill out your application form for the e-Visa online and you must get your confirmation and other documents ready for requirements.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Madagascar consulate in the applicants home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Madagascar the traveler is then issued a visa on arrival.
- The validity of this visa is for a maximum stay of 90days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveler must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Indians intending to visit Madagascar are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- The currency used in Madagascar is Malagasy Ariary and the currency code is MGA, while the symbol is Ar.
- Christianity like Protestant and Catholic are the main religion practiced in Madagascar and Animist beliefs is the ancient beliefs which is mixed with Christianity.
- Time zone in Madagascar is (GMT+3) share with the East Africa Time.
- 11 hours, 35 minutes is the time taken to travel from India to Madagascar by flight.
- Antananarivo is the capital city of Madagascar, and the city was formerly known as Tananarive before it changed to its current name in 1972 after twelve(12) years it gained its independence from France.
- Malagasy and French are the two official languages spoken in Madagascar.
- Cuisines like Mofo Gasy, Lasary, Romazava, Foza sy hena-kisoa are the major delicacies in Madagascar.
- Climate in Madagascar is subtropical, with a hot and rainy season between November and March ending, and the dry-cool season that occurs in May to October.
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Malawi |
90 days |
“The warm heart of Africa” as it is known is a home to about 18,091,575 people. It is a country located in the southeastern region of Africa.
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- Citizens of India can travel to Malawi by applying for a Malawian e-Visa with a stay duration of 90 days in one calendar year.
- Intending visitors must possess a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond their expected date of exit from Malawi. The passport should have at least two blanked pages for visa stamps.
- On entry into Malawi, visitors with foreign currency will be required to declare it.
- Nationals of India are not allowed to exit Malawi with money up to $3000.
- Visitors are to pay an airport tax of $30 at the airport of departure.
- Travellers from India travelling to Malawi with pets must provide a veterinarian’s good health certificate and a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
- Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay, which could be a recent bank statement.
- Confirmation of accommodation during their entire stay in Malawi, which can be a confirmed hotel reservation is required.
- Visitors with pets (dogs or cats) must have a veterinarian good health certificate and a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
- Intending visitors can get to Malawi from any international airport in India.
- The estimated flight duration from Delhi to Lilongwe, Malawi is 13 hours, 40 minutes.
- Malawi has a subtropical climate, with distinct dry and rainy seasons. The warm-wet season runs from November to April, which is the best time to visit the country, while the dry season lasts from September to October.
- The Malawian kwacha is the official currency of Malawi. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Christianity is the dominating religion in Malawi with about 44% being Christain protestants, 18% being Roman Catholics and other Christian denominations are about 18% of the country’s population. Other religions like Islam and traditional beliefs are present as well.
- Tourists travelling to Malawi can budget an average of $50 to spend per person on each day.
- The power plugs and sockets used in Malawi are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. You should always travel with your electronic adapters.
- Malawi has English as its official language and Chichewa as the national and most widely spoken language. Chinyanja, Chiyao, and Chitumbuka are other indigenous languages in Malawi.
- Malawi uses the Central Africa Time (GMT+2). Indian is 3 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Malawi.
- Visitors can move around in Malawi with buses, taxis and car rental
- Some of the tourist attractions in Malawi include Liwonde National Park, Kasungu National Park, Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve and Mulanje Mountain Forest Reserve.
- Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.
- Tourists are also advised to take sensible precautions to protect themselves from muggers and bag-snatchers.
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Uganda |
45 days |
Uganda has a population of over 40 million people. It is known for having 6.8% of the world's butterfly species, for being home to 11% of the world’s...
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- Uganda issues an e-visa or a visa on arrival to India citizens to visit the country and stay up to 45 days.
- Nationals of India are to apply for an electronic visa for the period of stay mentioned above.
- Your e-Visa for Uganda will be processed within a period of 6 business days.
- Citizens of India are required to provide passports valid for the period of stay in the country.
- Children under the age of 5 are required to have a Polio vaccination certificate.
- A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from all travelers visiting Uganda.
- There are no restrictions on exporting a moderate quantity of perfume, alcoholic drinks, tobacco and tobacco products, or either of them.
- You must ensure you have enough money to cover the expenses of your stay.
- Return or onward tickets upon entry into Uganda must also be provided when you are about to start visiting Uganda.
- The import and export of local currency (Uganda Shilling-UGX) are prohibited, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies as long as declared upon arrival.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country not earlier than 6 days before the date of arrival in Uganda.
- You will not be required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- In Uganda, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Kampala, Uganda is 10 hours.
- Uganda uses East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, making Indian 2 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Uganda.
- The official languages are English and Swahili although, Luganda, a central language, is widely spoken across the country, and several other languages are also spoken including Runyoro, Runyankole, Rukiga, Luo and Lusoga.
- Road transportation is the most important way of transportation in Uganda. 95% of freight and passenger traffic is handled by road traffic
- Christians made up about 85 percent of Uganda's population, with Muslims making up nearly 14%.
- Uganda has the tallest Mountain Range in Africa, the Rwenzori Mountains and is the Home of the Lake Victoria, the Source of Nile which is one of the seven natural wonders of Africa.
- Uganda is also home to over half of all Mountain Gorillas in the world 480 and 19 habituated gorilla groups to be visited.
- Tourist attractions in Uganda include national game parks, game reserves, traditional sites, and natural tropical forests.
- Game viewing is the most popular tourist activity in Uganda. Wild animals like lions, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, elephants are common in Uganda’s ten national parks.
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Rwanda |
30 days |
The Republic of Rwanda is known for its mountains and numerous lakes. It has a population of about 11,262,500 people and its capital and largest city...
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- The government of Rwanda allows citizens of India to visit the country for a period of 30 days by applying for an e-visa.
- You can file for your Rwandan e-Visa online once you have provided all the necessary requirements.
- Visitors can also obtain a visa on arrival at any airport or land border in Rwanda.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into Rwanda. The passport should have at least a blank page for visa stamping.
- Foreign travelers to Rwanda must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Rwanda. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- Tourists are also required to provide evidence of enough funds to cater for their needs during their stay in Rwanda.
- The import and export of local currency are limited to RWF5000. Although the import and export of foreign currency are unlimited, it must be declared upon arrival and exchanged within 8 days.
- Indian travelers under the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- RwandaAir is the Rwanda flight operating from Rwanda to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai, India.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Kigali, Rwanda is 12 hours, 30 minutes and from Bulawayo, it is 7 hours, 5 minutes.
- The Rwandan Franc is the official currency used in Rwanda. However, the US Dollar can also be used for transaction purposes. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- Christianity is the dominant religion in Rwanda, with Roman Catholics, Protestants and Seventh-day Adventist being the leading denominations. About 5% of the population are Sunni Muslims and 2% practice indigenous religions.
- Tourists can transport themselves in Rwanda through buses, taxis and car rentals.
- Kinyarwanda is the national and the spoken language in Rwanda. It is also one of the country’s official language alongside French, English, and Swahili.
- Rwanda has a temperate tropical highland climate. From June to mid-September is the long dry season, which is generally the best time to visit, from October to November is the rainy season and the short dry season from December to February.
- Brochettes, Mandazi and Ugali are some foods tourists can try during their stay in Rwanda.
- Tourists in Rwanda can budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses.
- The power and socket plug used in Rwanda are of Type C and J. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Rwandan Time Zone is (GMT +2), making India 3 hours, 30 minutes ahead of the country.
- Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
- You are to leave the country at the expiration day of your stay granted to you. You can visit the Immigration for the extension of your stay in Rwanda if you wish.
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Djibouti |
90 days |
Djibouti is a country of more than 956, 985 people known for its impeccable desert landscapes, intriguing marine life, and for celebrating Christmas o...
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- A Djiboutian e-Visa is granted to citizens of India planning to visit the country for a period of 90 days in one calendar year.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date to Djibouti. Your Indian international passport must have at least two reserve blank pages for necessary stampings.
- Provision of a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Tourist visitors are required to have their return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
- A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Djibouti and a confirmation of accommodation during their stay is needed.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Djibouti, Djibouti is 10 hours, 10 minutes.
- The official currency of Djibouti is Djiboutian Franc and travelers into the country must convert their foreign currency to the Djiboutian local currency at any authorized bank or exchange outlets in the country.
- Djibouti is dominated by the Islamic religion with about 94% of the entire population practicing it. Christians make up the minority.
- Arabic and French serve as the official languages, while Afar, Arabic, Somali are the other languages spoken in Djibouti. However, Somali and Afar are mostly spoken.
- Djibouti experiences an arid climate consisting of extremely hot and dry weather. From October up till April, the weather is slightly cooler, with a little rainfall.
- Trains, buses and taxis are major means of transportation in Djibouti.
- The power and socket plug used in Djibouti are of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- You are to budget up to $100 USD to cater for your daily expenses in Djibouti.
- The timezone in Djibouti is the East Africa Time (GMT +3), which puts India 2 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Djibouti.
- Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
- Samosas, Fah-fah, Banana fritters Laxoox Cambaboor served with yogurt are the best delicacies you will love to have a taste of when you visit Djibouti.
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Gabon |
90 days |
Gabon is a country of more that 2.025 million people known for having one of the best health care infrastructures in West Africa and for b...
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- Citizens of India intending to visit Gabon can be granted an e-Visa valid for up to 90 days of stay.
- The processing time for your Gabonese e-Visa is swift, approximately done within 24 hours.
- Travelers are required to print out 2 copies of the electronic visa certificate.
- Visitors are required to give one copy of the electronic visa certificate to the immigration department as your travel visa upon arrival in Gabon and one copy upon departure.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Libreville, Gabon is 12 hours, 10 minutes.
- Gabon uses the West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1) placing India 4 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Gabon.
- You are required to provide the certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever.
- Payment of any airport tax upon your departure from any of the Gabonese airports will not requested from you.
- An import permit is needed for transporting arms and ammunition from the Home Ministry, Libreville and applications should be submitted 3 months before departure.
- Visitors are required to hold a hotel voucher or a letter of invitation issued by the sponsor and onward or return tickets.
- To bring in pets, visitors must have a certificate of vaccination against Rabies or a veterinary certificate issued by the home country less than three days before departure; dogs and cats less than three months old are exempted from such certificates.
- Gabon is a country along the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, has significant areas of protected parkland.
- Tourism attractions in Gabon include beaches, ocean and inland fishing facilities, the falls on the Ogooué River, and the Crystal Mountains.
- Population in Gabon is very low compared to other African countries.
- Ethnic boundaries are less sharply drawn in Gabon than elsewhere in Africa. Most ethnicities are spread throughout Gabon, leading to constant contact and interaction among the groups, and there is no ethnic tension.
- It is estimated that 80% of Gabon's population can speak French and that 30% of Libreville residents are native speakers of the language. Nationally, 32% of the Gabonese people speak the Fang Language as a mother tongue.
- Gabonese cuisine is influenced by French cuisine, but staple foods are also available in the country.
- Tourists are very attracted to the forested coastal terrain of its famed Loango National Park shelters a diversity of wildlife, from gorillas and hippos to whales.
- The Lopé National Park in Gabon is known for its rainforest and the Akanda National Park for its mangroves and tidal beaches.
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Tanzania |
90 days |
Tanzania is home to about 60 million people, Africa's most famous national parks and the highest mountain in Africa
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- People of India who want to travel to Tanzania can either apply for the Tanzanian e-visa or visa on arrival.
- The staying duration for the above-mentioned visa types is 90 days duration.
- All visitors' passports must be valid for 6 months and/or beyond the period of intended stay.
- Two blanked pages at least, must be left on your international passport for necessary stampings.
- Tanzania is one of the oldest known inhabited country and the largest in East Africa.
- You are to declare international currency valuing more than $10,000 on both your entry and exit from Tanzania.
- You can travel with your pets to Tanzania provided you have your pet certificate of ownership with you.
- The time estimate to travel from Delhi, India to Dodoma Tanzania is 17 hours 20 minutes.
- +255 is the Tanzanian international dialing code.
- Vaccination against yellow fever and malaria is strongly recommended before you embark on your journey to Tanzania.
- If you want to drive around Tanzania, ensure you have a spare gallon of fuel, a map, first-aid kits, water and non-perishable food supplies with you.
- Lovers of wildlife can visit Tanzania's national parks for as low as $100. This fee covers a private tour and sometimes hotel accommodation for a night.
- You are advised to budget about $72.00USD to cover your daily expenses in Tanzania just to cover other expenses mentioned above.
- The best parks can be found in the North of the country but are regularly filled with tourists.
- Kilimanjaro is one of Tanzania's main attractions. It is the highest mountain in Africa. Many visitors come to Tanzania to experience this great mountain. The main peak is estimated to be 5895m high making it a real challenge for mountain climbers.
- June to October is considered the right moment to visit Tanzania when the country is experiencing its dry season.
- Tanzania also boasts of having two of the best Stone Age sites in the world: Isimila Gorge (near Iringa) and the earliest known examples of human art among the rock pain. They are around 30,000 years old.
- The lingua franca of Tanzania is Swahili and 90% of the population are fluent speakers. English is only used for foreign transactions and means of instruction in schools.
- Due to the difference in time zones, Tanzania(GMT +3) is 2 hours, 30 minutes behind India Time Zone which is (GMT +5:30).
- The power plugs and sockets used in Tanzania are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Nyama Choma known as grilled meat, Wali which is rice, Samaki(fish), Pilau that is rice mixed with various spices, etc... are the foods you will never forget how spicy there are when you visit Tanzania.
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Bolivia |
90 days |
Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic.
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- Bolivia issues e-visa to the India citizens for 90 days of stay duration in Bolivia.
- The country also grants visa on arrival to nationals of India upon their arrival in Bolivia for the same stay duration.
- International passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of departure from Bolivia.
- Minors planning to enter the country must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- A copy of your latest bank statement will be required to show proof of sufficient funds to spend during your stay in Bolivia.
- Indian tourists must show proof of hotel reservation or other means of accommodation when they visit Bolivia.
- You will be levied an airport tax of 190 BOB Bolivian currency upon your arrival in the country.
- On entry and exit from Bolivia, visitors with amounts that exceed USD 10,000 will declare their funds.
- Amounts more than USD 50,000 or equivalent, registration at the Central Bank of Bolivia will be needed.
- Some of the airlines that fly from Delhi, India to Bolivia include Air India, Air Europa, Amaszonas, Finnair, and Qatar Airways.
- The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Sucre, Bolivia is 1 day, 6 hours and from Mumbai is 1 day, 9 hours.
- The official currency used in Bolivia is the Bolivian Boliviano. You can also use the US Dollar at big stores in major cities.
- Spanish is the official language of Bolivia, although there are other indigenous languages which include Guyana, Aymara, Chiquitano, and Chiriguano.
- Bolivian delicacies entails rice, eggs, and vegetables. Local specialties include pique a lo macho, grilled beef and sausage, lechón, suckling pig and cuy, whole roasted guinea pig, etc.
- Christianity is the largest religion in Bolivia, with Roman Catholicism being the largest denomination. Indigenous Bolivians have blended Catholicism and their traditional religious beliefs.
- The temperature in Bolivia is determined by the altitude as well as the season, with highland areas such as La Paz, Lake Titicaca, Potosi and Uyuni generally cool and extremely cold at night. Despite the cold weather, Bolivia's dry season is the most popular time of the year to travel.
- $50 USD is enough to take care of your daily spendings in Bolivia.
- Salar de Uyuni, Tiwanaku, Lake Titicaca and Reserva Eduardo Avaroa are the interesting sites advisable for Indian tourists to explore in Bolivia.
- The timezone in Bolivia is (GMT -4), which puts India is 9 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Bolivia.
- The power and socket plug used in Bolivia are of Type A and C. The standard voltage is between 220-230 V and the standard frequency is 50-60 Hz.
- Buses, trufis and cabs are medium you can transport through in Bolivia.
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Somalia |
90 days |
Somalia is home to over 13 million people, beautiful landmarks, the longest coastline on the African continent.
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- Ethiopians intending to visit Somalia must first apply for pre-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Somalia consulate in the applicants' home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Somalia the traveler is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30 days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveler must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Ethiopians intending to visit Somalia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Somali is the official language of Somalia.
- The currency spent in Somalia is the Somali shilling with the symbol: Sh.
- The following vaccinations are recommended for Somalia; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio and measles.
- Tourists are not allowed to bring a thousand dollars or more to Somalia and if such occurs, it is advised to open a foreign account and deposit the money into the account and in the case of export, the amount imported and declared is only allowed out of Somalia.
- It is usually hot and dry in Somalia with an uneven rainfall.
- Somalia uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type C.
- The flight distance between Ethiopia and Somalia is 1 hour and 25 minutes.
- Ethiopia and Somalia are on the same time zone.
- The tourist attractions in Somalia includes; Berbera beach, Borama, Hargeisa, Bosaso
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Azerbaijan |
30 days |
Azerbaijan is an Asian country of about 9,898,100 people known for its daunting oil reserves, impeccable architectural structures, and noticeable reve...
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- Azerbaijan e-visa is the visa type India citizens must apply for when they are intending to visit Azerbaijan.
- The Azerbaijan e-visa is of 30 days stay for nationals of India to live in the country.
- Once you applied for this visa online, it will be issued to you within three working days provided you met all the necessary requirements.
- Azerbaijan's urgent e-visa can be issued within 3 hours at any time of the day regardless of business or holiday days.
- The visa is valid for a period of 3 months and can only be authorized to stay in the country for 30 days only.
- Your Indian international passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your arrival in Azerbaijan and your passport must contain a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Provision of recently snapped two passport-sized photographs taken in a plain white background are required.
- Proof hotel reservation for the whole duration of your intended stay or any other means of accommodation is required.
- Sufficient funds to handle your expenses throughout the time you spend in the country should be intact.
- Valid travel insurance for health purposes should be available before you embark on your journey to Azerbaijan.
- Return or onward ticket should be provided.
- You do not have to worry about paying any Airport Tax as this is not levied on any passenger either you are entering or leaving the country's airports.
- Kuwait Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Azerbaijan Airlines, Gulf Air, Etihad, etc... are the airlines transiting to and fro Indian and Azerbaijan.
- The estimated flight time travel to Delhi, India to Baku, Azerbaijan is 8 hours, 25 minutes and 7 hours, 55 minutes from Mumbai.
- The official currency of Azerbaijan is Azerbaijan Manat denotes as "AZN".
- The standard time of Azerbaijan is (GMT+4) placing India 1 hour, 30 minutes ahead of the country.
- The country's dialling code is +994, available for all international and local communication.
- Importation or exportation of military arms, live animals, photographs and printed matter directed against Azerbaijan, narcotics, fruit and vegetables are not allowed and highly restricted by the Azerbaijan authorities.
- Pets such as dogs, birds(except pigeons) and cats require their veterinarian health certificate. Pigeons are prohibited from entering the country.
- Banks in Azerbaijan do not operate on Saturday and Sunday but operate on the rest of the days.
- Foreign currencies up to $10,000 USD or more must be declared at the entry point.
- Importation of local currency (the new Azeri Manat- AZN) is permitted, provided you have declared them to the customs.
- Azerbaijan language is the only official language of the country.
- The religion practiced in Azerbaijan is Islam. Over 96% of the population of the country are Muslims.
- Medieval old town and Maiden Tower in Baku, Caravanserai, palace in Sheki, Chukhur Gabala and Tufandag Resort in Gebele and Volcano, Castle, Temple and park are the fascination sites for tourists to visit in Azerbaijan.
- Pilaf, Dolma, Lavangi, Lyulya Kebab, Piti, Azerbaijani Pakhlava and Halva are the most delicious meals eaten in Azerbaijan.
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Vietnam |
30 days |
Vietnam is famous for its scenic plains, its diverse culture, and for its most special taste for snake wine! It is home to over 95 million people.
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- Vietnamese e-visa is applicable to India citizens to visit and live in the country for 30 days duration of stay.
- Once you applied for this visa online, it will be issued to you within 24-48 working hours, provided you met all the necessary requirements.
- Vietnamese urgent e-visa can be issued within 4-8 working hours at any time of the day regardless of business or holiday days.
- The visa is valid for less than 90 days and can only be authorized to stay in the country for 30 days only.
- Your Indian international passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your arrival in Vietnam and your passport must contain a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Provision of recently snapped two passport-sized photographs taken in a plain white background are required.
- Proof hotel reservation for the whole duration of your intended stay or any other means of accommodation is required.
- Sufficient funds to handle your expenses throughout the time you spend in the country should be intact.
- Valid travel insurance for health purposes should be available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Return or onward ticket should be provided.
- You do not have to worry about paying any Airport Tax as this is not levied on any passenger either you are entering or leaving the country's airports.
- VietJer Air 972, IndiGo, etc... are the airlines transiting to and fro Indian and Vietnam.
- The estimated flight time travel to Delhi, India to Hanoi, Vietnam is 4 hours and 6 hours, 5 minutes from Mumbai.
- The official currency of Vietnam is Vietnam Dong denotes as "VND".
- The standard time of Vietnam is (GMT+7) placing India 1 hour, 30 minutes behind Vietnam.
- The country's dialing code is (+84), available for all international and local communication.
- The importation of firearms, explosives, ammunition and endangered goods are highly prohibited.
- Pets such as dogs and cats require their veterinarian health certificate and a rabies certificate.
- Banks in Vietnam do not operate on Sundays but operate on the weekdays and also operate every Saturday too.
- Foreign currencies exceeding $5,000 USD must be declared at the entry point.
- Vietnamese is the only official language used in Vietnam.
- Vietnam has three major religions Taoism, Buddhism, Confucianism. These religions are glued together and solely called The Three Teachings or Tam Giao.
- La Vong fried fish, Banh Xeo, Goi Cuon, Xoi, Bun Bo, etc... are the best meals to enjoy when you visit Vietnam.
- The World Cultural Heritage, Hue, Hoi An, Sa Pa and the capital Hanoi are the tourist attractions to explore in Vietnam.
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Bhutan |
14 days |
Bhutan is home to a population of about 770,000 people, picturesque mountain landscapes and the happiest country in the world.
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- India citizens can visit Bhutan for a duration of 14 days without applying for the Bhutanese visa.
- To extend your staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Bhutan. However, this extension is laced with an extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that valid for at least 6 months and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation in Bhutan.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your time in Bhutan should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax is not levied on any traveler upon their embarkation at the country's airport.
- The standard time zone of Bhutan is (GMT+6). The time difference between Bhutan and India is 30 minutes. That is, India is 30 minutes behind Bhutan.
- The time taken to fly to Thimphu, Bhutan from Delhi, India is estimated to be 2 hours, 5 minutes.
- The number of airlines traveling to Bhutan from India currently, are two(2) that are: Bhutan Airlines 774, Druk Air 201.
- The telephone line used in Bhutan is (+975) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks in Bhutan stopped operation on Saturday afternoon and Sunday, and work fully throughout the remaining days.
- The local official currency of Bhutan is Bhutan Ngultrum(BTN). Indian Rupee is also accepted as for exchange in Bhutan.
- Importation of foreign currency up to $10,000 USD is accepted; and Foreign notes such as USD, GBP, JPY, CHF, AUD, SGD are all acceptable at the Bhutanese Bank.
- To import arms and ammunition, import permit from the Royal Bhutan Police is required.
- The official language of Bhutan is Dzongkha or Bhutanese. It is the only official and national language in the country.
- The capital city of the Kingdom of Bhutan is Thimphu. It is the financial and economic hub of the country.
- Roads, airports are the mode of transportation in Bhutan. Bhutan is a landlocked country; so the country does not have waterways.
- Bhutanese population is less than a million currently.
- The religions practiced in Bhutan are Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, Bon and Islam. However, Buddhism is the official and predominant religion exercised in the country.
- Destinations for tourists to visit in Bhutan are Thimphu, Paro Valley & Taksang Palphug in Paro, Punakha Dzong fortress in Punakha, Crocodile, Monastery in Phuentsholing, etc. These destinations have been the tourist attractions for some years until this time.
- Jasha Maroo or Maru, Phaksha Paa, Red Rice, Ema Datshi and Drink Specialties, etc... are the meals you will enjoy in Bhutan.
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Bahrain |
90 days |
Bahrain is a country of some 1.5 million people famous for its oil reserves, gorgeous natural pearls, and the speculation that it is the actual biblic...
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- India citizens can visit Bahrain by applying for the Bahraini e-visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- To apply for the Bahrain e-visa, visit the Bahrain Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website for your e-visa application procedure.
- Your Bahrain e-visa will take three days for its process and will be emailed to you with this three days, providing you met all the requirements needed for the visa application.
- You are to print out your visa form and take it along with you when you are visiting Bahrain.
- To extend your visa staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Bahrain. However, this extension incurs a visa extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that valid for at least 6 months and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon your arrival at the Bahrain airport.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation in Bahrain.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your time in Bahrain should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax is not levied on any traveler upon their embarkation at the country's airport.
- The standard time zone of Bahrain is (GMT+3). The time difference between Bahrain and India is 2 hours, 30 minutes. That is, India is 2 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Bahrain.
- Estimated flight's time from Delhi, India to Manama, Bahrain is 4 hours, 50 minutes.
- The airlines traveling to Bahrain from India currently, are: Gulf Air 133, Gulf Air 131, Air India 939, and Gulf Air 135.
- The telephone line used in Bahrain is (+973) available for both national and international communications.
- Bahrain banks stop operations on Fridays and Saturdays and resume operations on Sundays.
- The local official currency of Bahrain is Bahraini Dinar (BHD).
- There is no restriction on importation or exportation of local or foreign currencies. However, passengers coming or exiting Bahrain can be asked by the Bahraini Customs or Security Authorities to declare their local or foreign currencies, gold or other financial instruments that are with them.
- Your baggage will be cleared at your entry into the Bahraini airport except those of the transit passengers who are transiting outside Bahrain.
- The importation of arms and ammunition requires import permit or license issued by the Ministry of the Interior and Civil Aviation Affairs of Bahrain.
- It is highly prohibited to import narcotic drugs, Indian paan and derivatives, used and reconditioned tires, cultured pearls, advertisement material for cigarettes, etc.
- Arabic is the official language spoken in Bahrain. But English is also spoken by its wider population.
- Manama is the capital city of Bahrain. It is the financial hub of the country.
- Means of transporting in Bahrain encompasses road, air and shipping.
- Bahraini population is currently over a million.
- Islam is a predominant religion in Bahrain. Over 70% of the country's population are Muslims.
- Muharraq's Arad Fort and Souk al Qaisariya, Capital with Dilmun ruins and Bazaars in Manama, Seef and Riffa's Golf, fish and chips, hamburger etc... are the best places to explore in Bahrain.
- The Bahraini common local dishes are Machboos made up of rice served with fish or meats and dates.
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Ivory Coast |
90 days |
Cote d'Ivoire has a population of over 23.7 million people. It is famous for its idyllic beach locations, for the Mount Nimba, and for being the home...
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- Nationals of India can travel to the Ivory Coast (Cote D'Ivoire) by applying for the Ivorian e-visa and stay there for up to 3 months.
- To apply for the Ivorian e-visa, visit the Ivorian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website for your e-visa application procedure.
- It takes 3 working days for your Ivorian e-visa to be processed and your visa approval will be emailed to you.
- You are to print out your visa form and take it along with you when you are visiting Ivory Coast.
- To extend your visa staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Ivory Coast. Note: the extension is laced with an extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that is valid for at least 6 months and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon your arrival at the Ivorian airport.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation in Cote D'Ivoire.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your time in Ivory Coast should be made available before you embark on your journey.
- Airport tax is levied on all passengers and the payment should be made at the Airport of departure.
- The standard time zone of Ivory Coast is the Greenwich Mean Time, which is (GMT+0). This placed India to be 5 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Ivory Coast.
- Estimated flight's time from Delhi, India to Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast is 15 hours, 5 minutes.
- Ethiopian, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Tunisair, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Kenya Airways, etc... are the airlines flying to Ivory Coast.
- The telephone line of Ivory Coast is (+225) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays) in Ivory Coast.
- The local official currency of Ivory Coast is CFA Franc (XOF).
- There is no restriction placed on the amount of CFA you have with you and Euro(foreign currency). Any other currency is to be declared.
- Your baggage will be cleared at the international airport of your final destination in Ivory Coast.
- Pets must be accompanied by a good health certificate and rabies vaccination.
- The official language spoken in Ivory Coast is French. Other languages spoken in the country are Senoufo, Baoule, Betie, Attie, Yacouba, Agni and Dioula(which is the market language).
- The capital city of Cote D'Ivoire is Yamoussoukro, while Abidjan is its economic and financial hub.
- Train, buses, taxis and bush taxis are the mode of transportation in Ivory Coast.
- The population of Ivory Coast is over 23 million people as of 2019.
- Religion in Ivory Coast encompasses: Christianity, Islam, and traditional religions. Christianity is practiced by 52% of its population, while 25% exercised Islam and the remaining population is engaged in the traditional religions.
- Tourist sights to visit when you travel for tourism in Cote D'Ivoire are Tai National Park, Grand-Bassam's Beaches and National Museum of Costume, Yamoussoukro and Abidjan.
- Delicacies you will enjoy in Ivory Coast are kedjenou, vegetable, cooking banana, fufu, Alloco, etc.
- Power plug types are type C and E. the plug C has two round pins, while plug E has two round pins a whole for the socket's male earthing pin.
- Ivory Coast voltage supply is 220 Volt and 50 Hz.
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Ghana |
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Ghana has a population of some 25.5 million people. It is rich in gold, rich in cocoa and in Ghana, pregnant women eat clay!
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Grenada |
90 days |
Grenada is famous for its fragrant spices, for its national bird (the critically endangered Grenada dove), and is home to the world's first underwater...
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- Grenada allows India nationals to visit and stay in Grenada for 90 days without applying for the Grenadian visa.
- To extend your staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Grenada. This will incur a stay extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that is valid for at least 6 months.
- Indian citizens should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon your arrival in Grenada.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation in the country.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay should be made available before you embark on your journey to Grenada.
- The standard time zone of Grenada is (GMT-4). The time difference between Grenada and India is 9 hours, 30 minutes. That is, India is 9 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Grenada.
- Estimated flight's time from Delhi, India to St. George, Grenada is 21 hours, 10 minutes.
- The airlines flying to Grenada are Lufthansa, Condor, Air Canada, Air India, United, Delta, JetBlue and British Airways.
- The telephone line used in Grenada is (+1-473) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks in Grenada do not operate every Saturday and Sunday.
- The local official currency of Grenada is the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD).
- There is no restriction placed on local and foreign currencies.
- Your baggage will be cleared at Grenada. Except that of passengers who are transiting outside of Grenada.
- Coming into the country with any type of pets requires a good health certificate and an import license or entry authority.
- For the importation of arms and/or ammunition require an import permit issued by the Grenadan Police Commissioner.
- English is the official language spoken in Grenada. Two creole languages that are Grenadian Creole English and Grenadian Creole French are also spoken in the country.
- Saint George is the capital city of Grenada.
- Modes of transportation in Grenada are car Rentals, taxis, water taxis, ferries and public buses.
- Over 100 thousand people are living in Grenada.
- Christianity is the only religion practiced in Grenada by all its population.
- Places to visit for tourism in Grenada are Saint George's Fort George, Carriacou's Coral reefs and Tyrell Bay Beach, Gouyave's fishing, sailing and outdoor recreation are ideal places and activities to exercise in when you visit for tourism.
- Common dishes eaten in Grenada are oil down, fried bake and saltfish, lambie souse, pelau, callaloo soup, roti etc.
- The Grenadian power plug is type G and the voltage supply is 230 volts and 50 Hz.
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Guinea |
90 days |
The Republic of Guinea is a West African country that lies along the Gulf of Guinea, and has a population of about 12.4 million.
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- India citizens can pay a visit to Guinea by applying for the Guinean e-visa for a duration of 90 days.
- To apply for the Guinea e-visa, you have to go to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website for your e-visa application procedure.
- Your Guinea e-visa will take three days for its process and will be emailed to you once issued with these three days, providing you met all the requirements needed for the visa application.
- You are to print out your visa application form and take it along with you when you are visiting the country.
- To extend your visa staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Guinea. However, this extension incurs a visa extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that valid for at least 6 months, and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon your arrival in Guinea.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation in Conakry or any other part of Guinea you are visiting.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay in Guinea should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax is not levied on any traveler upon their embarkation at the country's airport.
- The standard time zone of Guinea is the Greenwich Mean Time itself which is (GMT+0). The time difference between Guinea and India is 5 hours, 30 minutes. That is, India is 5 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Guinea.
- Estimated flight's time from Delhi, India to Conakry, Guinea is 18 hours, 45 minutes.
- The airlines traveling to Guinea are Emirates, ASKY, Ethiopian, British Airways, Royal Air Maroc, and Vistara.
- The telephone line used in Guinea is (+224) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks in Guinea do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays).
- The local official currency of Guinea is the Guinean Franc (GNF).
- Declaration is required for amount up to GNF 100,000 and foreign currencies up to $ 5,000 USD.
- Your baggage is cleared at the first port of entry in Guinean Conakry international airport.
- Travelers traveling with their pets are required to provide a veterinarian good health certificate and rabies inoculation certificate.
- The official language of Guinea is French, while the national languages are Susu, Kpelle, Kissi, Malinke, Loma and Fula.
- Conakry is the official capital city of Guinea.
- Highways, waterways, ports and harbours, merchant marine, airports, and railways are the mediums for transporting in Guinea.
- Guinean population is estimated to be over 13 million people.
- Islam is the religion dominating the country. About 85% of its population are Muslims, 8% are Christians, and 7% are traditional worshippers.
- Places you can visit for tour around in Guinea are Labe, Kindia, Kankan and Conakry.
- The national dishes of Guinea consist bouille, boiled Mango, bumpkin pie, sesame, tamarind drink, patates, etc.
- The power plug types used in Guinea are types C, F and K. The voltage supply is 220V and 50Hz.
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Guinea Bissau |
90 days |
Guinea-Bissau has a population of some 1,815,698 people and is known for its ancient Portuguese ruins, ultra-fresh seafood, and polyrhythmic musi...
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- India citizens can visit Guinea Bissau by applying for its visa-on-arrival and live in the country for up to 90 days.
- National of India can also apply for Guinea Bissau e-visa for a stay duration of 90 days as well.
- That is, 90 days is the stay duration granted on both Guinean Bissau e-visa and visa on arrival.
- To apply for the Guinea Bissau e-visa, you have to go to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website for your e-visa application procedure.
- Your Guinea Bissau e-visa will take three days for its process and will be emailed to you with this three days, providing you met all the requirements needed for the visa application.
- You are to print out your visa application form and take it along with you when you are visiting the country.
- To extend your visa staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Guinea Bissau. However, this extension incurs a visa extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that is valid for at least 6 months, and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon your arrival in Guinea Bissau.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation in Guinea Bissau.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay in Guinea Bissau should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax is not levied on any traveler upon their embarkation at the country's airport.
- The standard time zone of Guinea Bissau is the Greenwich Mean Time itself which is (GMT+0). The time difference between Guinea Bissau and India is 5 hours, 30 minutes. That is, India is 5 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Guinea Bissau.
- Estimated flight's time from Delhi, India to Bissau, Guinea Bissau is 19 hours, 25 minutes.
- The airlines traveling to Guinea Bissau are Emirates, ASKY, Ethiopian, British Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Tap Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines, and Alitalia.
- The telephone line used in Guinea Bissau is (+245) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks in Guinea Bissau do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays).
- The local official currency of Guinea Bissau is the CFA Franc (XOF).
- Local(CFA Franc-XOF) and foreign currencies up to XOF 2,000,0000 is allowed in cash.
- Your baggage is cleared at the first port of entry in Guinean Bissau.
- Travelers traveling with their pets are required to provide a veterinarian good health certificate.
- The Guinea Bissau official language is Portuguese.
- Bissau is the official capital city of Guinea Bissau.
- Roads, waterways, seaports and harbours, merchant marine, and airports are the mediums for transporting in Guinea Bissau.
- Guinean Bissau's population is estimated to be over 2 million people.
- Islam is the religion dominating the country. About 45% of its population are Muslims, 22% are Christians, and 31% are traditional worshippers.
- Places you can visit in Guinea Bissau for tourism Bissagos Islands, Orango, Cacheu, Colonial old town and Fortaleza d'Amura, etc.
- The national dishes of Guinea Bissau are rice and chicken, beef, pork, and goat meat are the meals commonly eaten in Guinea Bissau.
- The power plug type used in Guinea Bissau is type C, while the voltage supply is 220V and 50Hz.
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Laos |
30 days |
Laos is populated with over 6.858 million people, and is home to beautiful parks,monuments and several protected areas. Laos is known as the land of a...
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- India citizens can visit Laos for a duration of 30 days by applying for the Laos' e-visa or visa on arrival.
- To apply for the Laos e-visa, visit the Laos Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website for the application process.
- Your e-visa will be issued to you within 3 working days provided all you fulfill all the requirements demanded.
- You must have an international passport that is valid for at at least 6 months beyond their date of your exit from the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for necessary stampings.
- The import and export of the local currency are permitted. Amounts above 2,000 USD or equivalent in foreign currency must be declared on entry or exit from the country.
- Travellers visiting Laos are to provide a financial statement to show that they have sufficient funds to spend during their time in Laos,
- Provision of an onward or return ticket is required.
- Airport tax is not levied on any travellers either they are arriving or departing the Laos.
- Laos uses the Indochina Time (GMT+7), which places Laos ot be 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of India.
- Airlines flying to Laos are THAI, Bangkok Airways, Lao Airlines, Air India, and Nepal Airlines.
- The estimated flight duration from Delhi, India to Vientiane, Laos is 7 hours, 5 minutes.
- The telephone code used in Laos is (+856) for both national and international communications.
- Lao, which is also known as Laotian, is the official language of Laos. it is a member of the Tai-Kadai language family. It is spoken by 3 million people in Laos.
- The most practised religion in Laos is Theravada Buddhism. Other existing religions in Laos include Christianity, Islam, and the Bahá'í Faith.
- The official currency of Laos is Lao kip(LAK). However, there are three currencies used for commerce in the country, and they are kip, Thai baht (B) and US dollars (US$). Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Laos has a tropical monsoon climate, with a rainy season from May to October, a cool dry season from November to February, and a hot dry season in March and April.
- A tourist with a low budget can spend about $40 per day on expenses in Laos.
- The power and socket plug used in Laos are types A, B, C, E and F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Popular delicacies in Laos include Kaipen (Fried Seaweed), Khao Jee (Baguette), Khao Poon (Spicy Noodle Soup), Lao Sausage and Larb (Minced Meat Salad)
- Movement in Laos is possible with taxis, car rental, bus and trucks.
- Foreign nationals are should comply with the rules and customs governing the Lao People's Dem. Rep. as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Papua New Guinea |
60 days |
Papua New Guinea is a country north of Australia that is home to over 800 languages; where fighting with food is part of a festival.
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- Papua New Guinea issues a visa on arrival and e-visa to India citizens.
- Indian traveling to Papua New Guinea can either apply for its visa on arrival or e-visa, issued with a stay of 60 days.
- That is, 60 days is the stay duration granted on both Papua New Guinean e-visa and visa on arrival.
- For those applying for the Papua New Guinean e-visa, you have to go to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website for your e-visa application procedure.
- Your e-visa will take three days to process and will be emailed to you once issued within these three days, providing you met all the requirements needed for the visa processes.
- You are to print out your visa application form and take it along with you when you are visiting the country.
- To extend your visa staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Papua New Guinea. However, this extension incurs an extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that is valid for at least 6 months, and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon your arrival in the country.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation when you are in Papua New Guinea.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay in Papua New Guinea should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax of PGK 30 levied on passengers flying on international flights.
- The payment for the airport tax must be made at the airport of departure.
- The currency used in Papua New Guinea is Kina(PGK).
- No restrictions are placed on currencies except if the amounts exceeded PGK 20,000 that must be declared.
- The standard time zone of Papua New Guinea is (GMT+10/11). The time difference between Papua New Guinea and India is 4/5 hours, 30 minutes. That is, India is 4/5 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Papua New Guinea.
- Estimated flight's time from Delhi, India to Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea is 14 hours, 25 minutes.
- The airlines traveling to Papua New Guinea are Singapore Airlines, Air Niugini, Air India, and Sri Lankan.
- The telephone line used in Papua New Guinea is (+675) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks in Papua New Guinea do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays).
- Your baggage is cleared at the first port of entry in Papua New Guinea.
- Dogs and cats coming from Australia and New Zealand are the only animals permitted to bring into the country. Any other animals not coming from the stated two countries are strictly prohibited.
- For the importation of arms and ammunition, approval of police authorities in Port Moresby is required.
- The official language of Papua New Guinea are four languages, and they are: Tok Pisin, English, Hiri Motu and Papua New Guinean Sign Language.
- The official capital city of Papua New Guinea is Port Moresby.
- Roads, waterways, Ports at Port Moresby, Railways and airports are the mediums for transporting in Papua New Guinea.
- Papua New Guinean population is estimated to be over 8 million people.
- Religions in Papua New Guinea are Baha'i faith, Hinduism, Islam and Christianity which is the main religion in the country. And it is practiced by over 96% of its population.
- Tourist attractions suggesting for you to explore when you visit Papua New Guinea are Madang for Scuba diving, Mount Hagen's bird of paradise and birdwatching, Rabaul's volcano and scuba diving activities, etc.
- Chicken pot, Mumu, Kaukau, Kokoda fish are part of the major delicacies eaten in Papua New Guinea.
- The power plug types used in Papua New Guinea is type I. The type has three flat pins patterned triangularly. The voltage supply is 240V and 50Hz.
- Tropical climate is the climate that subsists in Papua New Guinea; having a coastal plains' temperature of about 28°C on average, and an average of 26°C occurring in the inland and mountain areas.
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Suriname |
90 days |
Suriname is known for its population of about 600,000 people, incredible natural reserves and the largest reservoir lakes on the planet.
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- India citizens intending to visit Suriname should apply for the Surinam e-visa for a duration of 90 days.
- Applicant can only visit the country for tourism purposes only. You are, therefore, to apply for the eTourist card when visiting Suriname.
- To apply for the Surinam e-visa, you have to go to the Surinam Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website for your e-visa application procedure.
- Your Surinam e-visa will take three days for its process and will be emailed to you once issued with these three days, providing you met all the requirements needed for the visa application.
- You are to print out your visa application form and take it along with you when you are visiting the country.
- To extend your visa staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Suriname. However, this extension incurs a visa extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that valid for at least 6 months, and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for necessary stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon or before your arrival in the country.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation in Suriname.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay in Suriname should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax is not levied on any passenger.
- The standard time zone of Suriname is (GMT-3). India is 8 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Suriname.
- Estimated flight's time from Delhi, India to Paramaribo, Suriname is 21 hours.
- The airlines flying to Suriname include Lufthansa, KLM, Surinam Airways, Air France, and Vistara.
- The telephone line used in Surinam is (+597) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks in Suriname do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays).
- The local official currency accepted as legal tender is Surinam Dollar (SRD).
- Declaration is required for an amount exceeding $10,000 USD and must be declared on H forms.
- Your baggage is cleared at the airport in Paramaribo.
- Travellers travelling with their pets are required to provide a veterinarian good health certificate and rabies inoculation certificate and veterinary import license that is issued by the Surinam Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries.
- Dutch is the official language spoken in Suriname. Sranan Tongo: a creole language that is of English based is a lingua franca also widely spoken in Suriname.
- Paramaribo is the official capital city of Suriname.
- Highways, waterways, railways and airports are the mediums for transporting in Suriname.
- Surinam population is estimated to be over half a million people.
- Christianity like Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, and the Anglican church are the dominant Christian religion in the country.
- Places you can visit for a tour around while in Suriname are Paramaribo, Casino, camping, cathedral in Paramaribo District, Albina River, Central Suriname Nature Reserve, etc.
- Peanuts, Nasi goreng, Mie Goreng, Fried plantain are the popular foods of Suriname.
- The power plug types used in Suriname are types A, B, C, and F. The voltage supply is 110/220V and while standard frequency is 60Hz.
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Tajikistan |
45 days |
Tajikistan is home to over 8.6 million people, good food and high Pamir Mountains.
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- India citizens intending to visit Tajikistan should apply for its e-visa for a duration of 45 days.
- Tajikistan e-visa is valid for a duration of 90 days.
- Failure to use it before its expiration date, will impel or require you to apply for another visa if you are still intending to visit the country.
- To apply for the Tajikistan e-visa, you have to visit Tajikistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for your e-visa application procedure.
- The visa will take three days for its process and will be mailed to you once issued with these three days, provided you met all the requirements needed for the visa application.
- You are to print out your visa application form and take it along with you when you are visiting the country.
- To extend your visa staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Tajikistan. However, this extension incurs a visa extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that valid for at least 6 months, and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for requisite stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon or before your arrival in the country.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation in Tajikistan.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay in the country should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax is not levied on any passenger.
- Tajikistan standard time zone is (GMT+5). India is 30 minutes ahead of Tajikistan.
- The average flight's estimated time to fly from Delhi, India to Dushanbe, Tajikistan is 2 hours, 20 minutes.
- The airlines flying to Tajikistan is the Somon Air.
- The telephone line used in Tajikistan is (+992) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays) in Tajikistan.
- The local official currency accepted as the legal tender in the country is the Tajikistan Somoni (TJS).
- Declaration is required for an amount exceeding $3,000 USD.
- Your baggage is cleared at your first airport of entry into Tajikistan.
- A veterinarian good health certificate issued in your country, and your dogs should be vaccinated against rabies before you embark on your journey to Tajikistan.
- For the importation of arms and ammunition, permission issued by the customs authorities in Tajikistan is required.
- Tajiki is the official language spoken in Tajikistan, while Dari is the second official language spoken in Tajikistan.
- Tajikistan capital official city is Dushanbe.
- Highways, Railways and airports are the mediums for transporting in Tajikistan.
- Over 9 million people are living in Tajikistan currently.
- Sunni and Shia Islamic practice are the Islamic religions practiced in Tajikistan people. About 95% of its population are Sunni Muslims, while 3% are Shia Muslims. Islam is the only religion of the country.
- Places you can visit for tour around while in Tajikistan are Iskanderkul, Lenin Peak, Sarez Lake, Ismoil Somoni, etc... are the fascinations sights to explore in the country.
- Delicious meals to enjoy while you visit Tajikistan are Pilaf, Halwa and tea, Kabuli Pulao which is the Tajik national dish, etc.
- The power plug types used in Tajikistan are types C, and F. The voltage supply is 220V and while standard frequency is 50Hz.
- Tajik climate is subtropical and semi-arid.
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Trinidad and Tobago |
90 days |
Trinidad and Tobago is a country of about 1.5 million people. It is known for its famous music genres, for its colourful cultures, and for the incredi...
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- India citizens intending to visit Trinidad and Tobago do not need a visa to visit the country. That is, they can visit Trinidad and Tobago on visa-free.
- Nationals of India can visit and stay in Trinidad and Tobago for up to 90 days.
- To extend your staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Trinidad and Tobago. However, this extension incurs an extension fee.
- You are to provide an original international passport that valid for at least 6 months, and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for requisite stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon or before your arrival in Trinidad and Tobago.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation is required.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay in the country should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax is not levied on any passenger when they are visiting or departing from the country.
- The standard time zone of Trinidad of Tobago is (GMT-4). India is 9 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Trinidad and Tobago.
- The average flight's estimated time to fly from Delhi, India to Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago is 24 hours.
- The airlines flying to Trinidad and Tobago are Air India, JetBlue, Air Canada, Caribbean Airlines, United, American, British Airways, and Emirates.
- The telephone line used in Trinidad and Tobago is (+1-868) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays) in the country.
- The legal tender accepted in Trinidad and Tobago is the Trinidad and Tobago Dollar(TTD).
- There are no restrictions to the amount you can bring into the country once they are declared upon your arrival in Trinidad and Tobago.
- Your baggage is cleared at your first airport of entry in Trinidad and Tobago.
- A veterinarian good health certificate and rabies inoculation certificate. Entry permit is also required when visiting with your pets.
- The entry permit must have been obtained before you visit Trinidad and Tobago, and it must be issued by the Director of Agriculture in Saint Clair, Trinidad.
- Import permit issued by the commissioner of police in Trinidad and Tobago is required for the import of arms and ammunition.
- Languages spoken in Trinidad and Tobago comprise Tobagonian Creole, Trinidadian Hindustani and Trinidadian English Creole, while the English language is the official language spoken in the country.
- Port of Spain is the official capital city of Trinidad and Tobago.
- The mediums for transporting in Trinidad and Tobago are through air service, ferry service, railways, roads, public transport, and port and harbours.
- The population of Trinidad and Tobago is estimated to be over 1 million people.
- Religion in Trinidad and Tobago is not peculiar to one religion only. The country practices various religions consist of Islam, Hindus, and Christianity which is the dominant religion in the country.
- Tourist destinations you will need to explore while in Trinidad and Tobago are Asa Wright Nature Center and Lodge, Maracas Beach, Pitch Lake, Englishmans Bay, etc.
- Dishes that are common in Trinidad and Tobago are Pelau, Stewed chicken, breadfruit oil down, macaroni pie, ox-tails, dhal, callaloo, etc.
- The power plug types used in Trinidad and Tobago are types A, and B. The voltage supply is 115V and while standard frequency is 60Hz.
- Climate in Trinidad and Tobago is a tropical climate; always hot throughout the year, with dry and cool season.
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Uzbekistan |
30 days |
Uzbekistan has population of over 32 million people. The country is known for it's abundant mosques, famous ancient cities, and for being one of two d...
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- India citizens can visit Uzbekistan by applying for the Uzbekistan e-visa for a duration of 30 days.
- To apply for the Uzbekistan e-visa, visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan website for your e-visa application procedure.
- Having been issued the Uzbekistan e-visa, the e-visa will be valid for 90 days before it will expire.
- Your Uzbekistan e-visa application processing time will take 2 business days, and your visa will be emailed to you once issued after you must have met all the requirements needed for the application.
- You are to print out your visa application form and take it along with you when you are visiting the country.
- You are to provide an original international passport that valid for at least 6 months, and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for requisite stampings.
- Your country's national Identity card is required upon your arrival in Uzbekistan.
- Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation is required.
- Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay in Uzbekistan should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
- Airport tax is not levied on any traveller upon their embarkation at the country's airport.
- The standard time zone of Uzbekistan is (GMT+5). This places India 30 minutes ahead of Uzbekistan.
- Estimated flying time to Tashkent, Uzbekistan from Delhi, India is 9 hours, 45 minutes.
- Airlines flying to Uzbekistan are Air Astana, Emirates, flydubai, Oman Air, and Aeroflot.
- The telephone code used in Uzbekistan is (+998) available for both national and international communications.
- Banks in Uzbekistan do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays).
- The local official currency used in Uzbekistan is Uzbekistan Sum(UZS).
- Declaration is required for an amount exceeding $2000 USD.
- Your baggage is cleared at the first port of entry in Uzbekistan, except for those who are continuing their journey outside Uzbekistan.
- Pets must be accompanied by a veterinarian good health certificate and rabies inoculation certificate with seal Board of Health issued not more than ten days before you embark on your journey to Uzbekistan.
- Note: all the hotels in Uzbekistan do not permit pets.
- You are forbidden to travel with or import pigeons when visiting Uzbekistan.
- The importation or exportation of arms and ammunition is strictly prohibited
- Uzbek is the official language spoken in Uzbekistan.
- The official capital city of Uzbekistan is Tashkent.
- Airports, waterways and ports, highways and railways are the mediums for transporting in Uzbekistan.
- Over 32 million people are the estimated population of Uzbekistan.
- Islam is the religion dominating the country. About 90% of its population are Muslims, and 5% of Uzbekistan population are Russian Orthodox Christians.
- Gur-e-Amir, Registan, Chorsu Bazaar, Khiva's Desert, Mausoleum, and an open-air museum. Timur Museum and Khazrati Imam etc... are touristic sights to explore in Uzbekistan.
- The popular delicacies of Uzbekistan are pilaf, laghman, chorba, dimlama, manti, etc.
- The voltage supply in Uzbekistan is 220V with a standard frequency of 50Hz, and the power plugs of type C and F.
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