Published: Apr 30, 2025, 08:33 IST | Updated: Apr 30, 2025, 08:33 IST
Travel: Life & Fun: Discover five countries where Indians can work remotely without a visa, including Bhutan and Nepal. Explore flexible work opportunities in these scenic locations.
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Bhutan
Bhutan is a very peaceful country that allows Indians to enter the country without a visa. They only require an entry permit from the Immigration Office in Phuntsholing or a Voter ID card. Even though it is not a popular remote work destination, it can be your option for short-term trips.
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Nepal
India and Nepal have a Peace and Friendship Treaty signed in 1950. This allows Indians to travel freely in Nepal without a visa. They are only required to have a valid government-issued ID, like a voter ID or an Aadhaar card.
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Thailand
An Indian can enter Thailand without a visa as a tourist and stay up to 60 days. Still, they need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before travelling to Thailand. To work, an Indian citizen typically needs a Non-Immigrant Visa under category “B” for a work permit.
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Mauritius
Indians can work in Mauritius without a Visa. They need to obtain a work permit and a residence permit. It is a good place for job opportunities in a specific sector like ICT, tourism and financial sectors.
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Malaysia
Malaysia have a low cost of living. Indians can enter Malaysia without a visa for up to 30 days for tourism purposes. To work in Malaysia, they need to have a valid work visa, depending on the job type.
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Bhutan
Bhutan is a very peaceful country that allows Indians to enter the country without a visa. They only require an entry permit from the Immigration Office in Phuntsholing or a Voter ID card. Even though it is not a popular remote work destination, it can be your option for short-term trips.
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Nepal
India and Nepal have a Peace and Friendship Treaty signed in 1950. This allows Indians to travel freely in Nepal without a visa. They are only required to have a valid government-issued ID, like a voter ID or an Aadhaar card.
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Thailand
An Indian can enter Thailand without a visa as a tourist and stay up to 60 days. Still, they need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before travelling to Thailand. To work, an Indian citizen typically needs a Non-Immigrant Visa under category “B” for a work permit.
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Mauritius
Indians can work in Mauritius without a Visa. They need to obtain a work permit and a residence permit. It is a good place for job opportunities in a specific sector like ICT, tourism and financial sectors.
10 / 10
Malaysia
Malaysia have a low cost of living. Indians can enter Malaysia without a visa for up to 30 days for tourism purposes. To work in Malaysia, they need to have a valid work visa, depending on the job type.