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Which visa do you actually need?

Route-by-route breakdowns for 10 cities — what the visa is called, what it costs, what you need, and the official link to start. Built for Indian applicants.

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Singapore — Asia

Singapore

Visa ease 78/100

Indian ordinary passport holders need an entry visa.

Processing

ICA lists three working days excluding submission day; Mumbai MFA guidance says 3 to 5 working days for its jurisdiction. Some cases take longer.

Fee

Singapore ICA fee is S$30. Mumbai MFA guidance lists INR 2,100 visa fee plus INR 1,000 authorized-agent service charge from 1 Jan 2026.

Fastest path

Use the Singapore e-visa process through a strategic partner, local contact, or authorized visa agent. For India, choose the mission/agent list for your state jurisdiction.

Required documents

  • Passport biodata page valid at least six months from Singapore entry.
  • Form 14A for business or social visit.
  • Recent passport-size color photograph.
  • Letter of Introduction/Form V39A when required.
  • Additional documents or translations if requested by ICA or the mission.
ICA - India visa requirementsICA - Entering SingaporeSingapore MFA Mumbai - Visa information
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United Arab Emirates — Middle East

Dubai

Visa ease 82/100

UAE tourist visas for ordinary Indian passports are sponsor-led.

Processing

Processing depends on sponsor, airline, hotel, travel agent, or chosen UAE visa route.

Fee

Varies by sponsor, visa type, duration, and service provider.

Fastest path

For a first review trip, use airline or hotel-backed tourist visa channels. For relocation, research employment, investor, golden visa, freelancer, or company setup routes.

Required documents

  • Passport copy with adequate validity.
  • Photograph matching provider requirements.
  • Flight booking or itinerary.
  • Hotel booking or sponsor details.
  • Financial/employment/company documents depending on visa route.
UAE Embassy New Delhi - Visas
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Portugal — Europe

Lisbon

Visa ease 61/100

Schengen/Portugal visa route depends on trip length and relocation purpose.

Processing

Depends on VFS/consulate slots and visa route; start early for relocation.

Fee

Varies by Schengen visa category and service center.

Fastest path

For a short review trip, use the applicable Schengen short-stay route. For relocation, choose the exact long-stay category first.

Required documents

  • Passport, application form, photographs.
  • Travel insurance and accommodation proof.
  • Flight itinerary and funds proof.
  • Employment, study, remote-work, or residence documents depending on route.
Portugal Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Canada — North America

Toronto

Visa ease 52/100

Canada route depends on visitor, study, work, PR, or family category.

Processing

Varies widely by visa category and applicant profile.

Fee

Varies by IRCC category and biometrics requirements.

Fastest path

For a short review trip, visitor visa/ETA rules depend on passport. For relocation, assess CRS/PNP/work permit strategy first.

Required documents

  • Passport and digital photo.
  • Funds, ties, travel plan, and purpose proof.
  • Biometrics if required.
  • Education, employment, language, or family documents depending on route.
IRCC - Visit Canada
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United Kingdom — Europe

London

Visa ease 58/100

UK route depends on nationality, stay length, and whether the purpose is visit, study, work, or family.

Processing

Processing depends on UKVI route and appointment availability; check the official UKVI processing-time guidance before booking.

Fee

Varies by UKVI visa route, duration, priority service, and healthcare surcharge where applicable.

Fastest path

For a review trip, start with the GOV.UK visa/ETA checker. For relocation, confirm sponsorship, study, family, or business route before paying for services.

Required documents

  • Passport.
  • Purpose of travel or sponsorship evidence.
  • Funds and accommodation proof.
  • Travel history and ties to home country where relevant.
  • Route-specific employment, study, family, or health surcharge documents.
GOV.UK - Check if you need a UK visaGOV.UK - Visas and immigration
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Australia — Oceania

Sydney

Visa ease 55/100

Australia visa choice depends on visitor, student, work, partner, skilled, or business purpose.

Processing

Processing depends on the Home Affairs visa subclass and applicant profile.

Fee

Varies by visa subclass and any health, biometrics, or skills-assessment requirements.

Fastest path

For a review trip, identify visitor options first. For relocation, choose between employer-sponsored, skilled, student, partner, or business pathways before preparing documents.

Required documents

  • Passport.
  • Photograph and identity documents.
  • Funds and travel purpose evidence.
  • Health and character documents if requested.
  • Subclass-specific employment, study, skills, or relationship evidence.
Australia Home Affairs - Visa listAustralia Home Affairs - Visa Finder
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Germany — Europe

Berlin

Visa ease 57/100

Germany requires route-specific Schengen or national visa planning based on stay length and purpose.

Processing

National visa timing depends on mission, appointment category, and route-specific checks.

Fee

German national visa guidance lists EUR 75 for adults, converted to local currency where applicable; route costs can vary.

Fastest path

For a review trip, confirm Schengen visitor requirements. For relocation, choose work, EU Blue Card, study, family, or opportunity-card route before booking.

Required documents

  • Passport.
  • Application form and biometric photographs.
  • Health insurance.
  • Funds, accommodation, and purpose evidence.
  • Route-specific employment, education, recognition, or family documents.
German Missions in India - National visaGerman Federal Foreign Office - Visa requirements
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Japan — Asia

Tokyo

Visa ease 64/100

Japan visa and status-of-residence route depends on short visit, work, study, family, or business purpose.

Processing

Processing depends on the embassy/consulate, jurisdiction, and whether an accredited agency or eVisa channel applies.

Fee

Varies by visa type, nationality, and mission guidance.

Fastest path

For a review trip, confirm short-stay visa/eVisa options for Indian nationals. For relocation, choose work, student, spouse/family, or business manager route first.

Required documents

  • Passport.
  • Visa application form and photograph.
  • Itinerary and accommodation details.
  • Funds and employment or invitation evidence.
  • Certificate of Eligibility or route-specific documents for long stay.
Embassy of Japan in India - VisaJapan MOFA - VISA
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United States — North America

New York

Visa ease 49/100

US route depends on visitor, student, exchange, temporary work, immigrant, or family category.

Processing

Processing depends on visa class, interview availability, administrative processing, and consular workload.

Fee

Varies by visa category, reciprocity rules, SEVIS where applicable, and petition requirements.

Fastest path

For a review trip, confirm B visitor visa eligibility. For relocation, identify employer petition, student, exchange, investor, or family path before planning.

Required documents

  • Passport.
  • DS-160 or category-specific application confirmation.
  • Visa fee receipt and appointment confirmation.
  • Funds, travel purpose, and ties evidence.
  • Route-specific petition, SEVIS, employment, study, or family documents.
US Department of State - Visitor VisaUSAGov - Nonimmigrant and tourist visas
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New Zealand — Oceania

Auckland

Visa ease 59/100

New Zealand route depends on visitor, student, accredited employer work, partnership, or residence category.

Processing

Processing depends on Immigration New Zealand visa type, document quality, and profile checks.

Fee

Varies by visa type, nationality, and levy requirements.

Fastest path

For a review trip, check the Visitor Visa or NZeTA pathway. For relocation, confirm work, study, partner, or residence category first.

Required documents

  • Passport.
  • Photograph and identity documents.
  • Funds and onward travel evidence.
  • Health and character documents if requested.
  • Route-specific employment, study, partnership, or residence documents.
Immigration New Zealand - Visitor VisaImmigration New Zealand - Find a visa
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