Africa has also dramatically widened digital access, with Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Morocco enabling 30- to 90-day stays
Electronic visas (e-visas) accounted for 82 per cent of all visa applications in India in 2025, up from 79 per cent in 2024, according to a report released on Wednesday.
The report by Atlys, a visa processing platform, highlighted the growing global shift towards simplified digital entry systems, with the UAE, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong, and Egypt emerging as the leading e-visa destinations for Indians this year.
The adoption of e-visas has accelerated over the past decade as countries recognise the need to streamline entry and boost tourism flows from India. This trend underscores how governments are aligning with traveller expectations for speed and convenience while also unlocking new opportunities for cross-border travel, the report said.
“Indian travellers increasingly value speed and certainty, and e-visas deliver both. The ability to apply online and receive approvals quickly has made last-minute and short-haul trips far more feasible,” said Mohak Nahta, Founder and CEO of Atlys.
“Countries that have adopted digital visa systems are already seeing the benefits in terms of higher visitor numbers from India,” he added.
The findings revealed that in 2025, over 50 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, Oceania, and Latin America now provide e-visas or electronic travel authorisations (eTAs) for Indian passport holders.
Sri Lanka saw the most dramatic surge in demand, with applications growing nearly sevenfold compared to 2024, while Georgia recorded a 2.6x increase. This shows how Indian travellers are increasingly expanding beyond traditional hubs to newer digital corridors.
Asian destinations lead the charge in offering flexible stays, with Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Indonesia permitting stays ranging from 14 to 90 days. Vietnam allows 30-day stays under e-visas valid for 90 days.
Africa has also dramatically widened digital access, with Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Morocco enabling 30- to 90-day stays.
European nations including Albania, Moldova, and Russia have adopted online systems for Indian travellers, while Caribbean and Latin American countries like Cuba, Suriname, Colombia, and the Bahamas have introduced comprehensive digital entry platforms.
In Oceania, Australia and New Zealand continue to enhance their streamlined e-visas and eTAs, reinforcing their popularity among Indian travellers.
