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Do India citizens need a visa for United States?

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India citizens need a visa to enter United States. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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India vs United States: passport comparison

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85

United States

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #40 · mobility 166.1
22

countries both India and United States can enter visa-free together

India + United States: passport compatibility

39%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where India and United States travel together — by entry type:

22 both visa-free
21 both visa on arrival
18 both e-visa / eTA
15 both need a visa
121 access differs

Where India and United States can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (22)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Angola 30 days #168
Barbados 90 days #48
Dominica 180 days #70
El Salvador 180 days #75
Fiji 120 days #103
Grenada 90 days #65
Haiti 90 days #175
Jamaica 90 days #100
Kazakhstan 14 days #116
Kiribati 90 days #84
Macao 30 days #67
Malaysia 90 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Senegal 90 days #141
Seychelles 90 days #58
Thailand 60 days #110
Trinidad and Tobago 90 days #63
Vanuatu 120 days #105

Only India is visa-free (5)

United States: good to know

Washington, D.C.

Capital

US Dollar (USD)

Currency

Eastern Time (UTC-5)

Time zone

+1

Calling code

A, B

Power plug

120V / 60Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

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Documents you'll usually need for United States

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do India citizens need a visa for United States?
India citizens need a visa to enter United States. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — India or United States?
The United States passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 27. Global rank: India #137, United States #40.
Where can India and United States citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 22 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for United States?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between India and United States?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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