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No, visa-free entry is not the same for all Indian passport holders.
As of 2025, Indians can travel to 58 countries without a visa. This involves both a visa on arrival (VOA) and visa-free entry access. With this, the popular countries include Mauritius, Nepal, and Thailand.
There is no country that permits international travel without a passport. However, Indians can travel to Bhutan and Nepal without needing a visa, and even without a passport. All you need is just a valid voter ID card and you are good to go.
No, a visa-free entry usually comes with a limited period. It can either be 30, 60, or 90 days depending on the country you are visiting. And if you stay beyond the permitted period without a proper visa this can result in fines, deportation, or blacklisting.
Yes, you do. Even in the countries that offer visa-free entry, travelers do need a return ticket, hotel bookings, or passport, and at times travel insurance is also needed.
No, Visa-Free entry is not guaranteed for all Indians.
No, visa free travel or visa to travel is only for short visits or tourism purposes. If you want to study or work, Indians must apply for a relevant visa for students or work from the destination country.
Countries like Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and Vietnam (e-visa) offer great experiences without breaking the bank.
As per the Henley Passport Index, the Singaporean passport is the strongest. With this passport, the individuals can travel to up to 195 countries without applying for a visa. The second position is occupied by Japan with visa-free travel to 193 destinations.
Serbia was the only European nation that was a visa-free country for Indian nationals. However, since 1 January 2023, it has also been excluded from the list of visa-free countries for Indian citizens.
To apply for a PAN card from the UAE, visit the official site of the NSDL portal. Choose the PAN application type, enter the details, and click on submit option. With a message, you will get a token number in your email ID. Open the mail and click on the "continue with PAN application form" button. Fill out the form, upload the required documents, and pay the PAN card fees. Within the given processing time, you will receive your card at your address.
For Aadhaar card to PAN card link online, first go to the official Income Tax e-Filing website and under the quick links, click on the "Link Aadhaar option. Mention your Aadhaar and PAN number, name as stated on your Aadhaar card, and mobile number. Tick on the "I agree to validate my Aadhaar details with UIDAI." On the link, a message stating your PAN card is successfully linked with your Aadhaar card will pop up.
To find your PAN card number online, go to the official IT Department website. Navigate to the "Verify your PAN details" option, mention your complete name as per the card, DOB, and submit the captcha code for verification. Once you do all these things, the PAN card details, including your PAN number, will be shown on the website.
To check your PAN card number online, log in to the official site of the IT Department's e-filing. After that, visit the "Profile settings" option and select "My Account." The PAN card details, along with your PAN number, appear on the screen.
For PAN card name change, visit the official site of NSDL or the UTIITSL portal from where you want to apply. Fill out the form with the correct details. Select the "Change your name" parameter, upload all the supporting documents as per that, and pay the fee. Click on ok, and within the given time, you will get your updated PAN Card.
Yes, OCI can get a PAN card in the UAE. For this, they need to apply for the card online using the NSDL or UTIITSL portal and fill out the Form 49AA. Also, for a hassle-free application process, you can take help from Visament and get your card on time.
For PAN card address change, visit the official site of NSDL or UTIITSL. Fill out the form with the correct details. Select the "Change your address" parameter, upload all the supporting documents as per that, and pay the fee. Click on ok, and within the given time, you will get your updated PAN Card.
Yes, you can open a Bank account without a PAN Card. However, it comes with some limitations, such as impacting the functionality of the account and transaction limits.
No, for an NRI account, it is not mandatory to have a PAN card. In the absence of the card, NRIs can submit Form 60 consisting of their personal details such as name, DOB, address, and reason for not having a PAN card.
To download an e-PAN card without a PAN number, first visit the NSDL e-PAN Download portal. Then select the option of acknowledgement number, mention the number along with your DOB, and the captcha code displayed on your screen. Select your preferred OTP delivery mode, and mention the OTP you get. Once verified, pay the fee to download your card if applicable. This way, you can download your e-PAN without the PAN number.
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