For Students
Visa Guide for Indian Students Traveling Abroad
Budget-friendly destinations with easy visas for Indian students and recent graduates
Being a student doesn't mean you can't explore the world. In fact, it's one of the best times to travel — you have flexibility, energy, and most countries love welcoming young travelers. Here are destinations that won't destroy your budget and have manageable visa processes.
What Students Need in a Destination
- Affordable destinations with low visa fees
- Short processing times (semester breaks are limited)
- Budget-friendly countries where INR stretches further
- Visa processes that don't require extensive financial proof
- Destinations with vibrant backpacker communities
- Countries with student discounts and hostels
Recommended Destinations for Students
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Bali
Indonesia
Visa on Arrival
30 days (extendable once for another 30 days)
IDR 500,000 (~₹2,700)
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Hanoi
Vietnam
eVisa
30 days (single or multiple entry) or 90 days (multiple entry)
$25 for 30-day single entry, $50 for 90-day multiple entry
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Baku
Azerbaijan
eVisa
30 days (single entry)
$25 (~₹2,100) standard, $60 (~₹5,000) urgent (both include $5 service fee)
Tips for Students
- Get an ISIC (International Student Identity Card) — it gives discounts in 130+ countries
- Travel during off-peak seasons for cheapest flights and accommodations
- Consider group trips — many visa applications look stronger with a tour booking
- Hostels and dorms are your friend — countries like Thailand and Bali have amazing hostels for under ₹500/night
- Book flights early during semester breaks — prices spike as holidays approach
- Some countries have youth/student visa categories — check before applying for regular tourist visa
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not having enough bank balance — even for budget destinations, immigration may check funds
- Booking non-refundable flights before visa approval for visa-required countries
- Underestimating processing times and missing travel windows
- Not carrying printed documents — relying only on phone for visa copies and bookings
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Ready to Start Planning?
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