Travelling internationally can often be an overwhelming process, with lengthy visa applications and embassy visits becoming a tedious norm. However, several countries have simplified this experience by offering visas on arrival, eliminating the need for travellers to navigate through complex embassy procedures. These destinations allow visitors to obtain their visa upon landing, making spontaneous travel a far more accessible option.

Unlike traditional visas that require advance approval and lengthy paperwork, visas on arrival offer a faster, more flexible alternative, typically for short-term stays such as tourism, business, or family visits. Requirements can vary by country, but common documents include a valid passport (often with six months of validity), proof of onward travel, a completed visa application form, and sometimes a visa fee.

While this process simplifies international travel, it is important to note that it typically does not extend to long-term stays, work visas, or eligibility for government benefits.

Here is the list of countries that issue visas on arrival:

Thailand
Qatar
Armenia
Egypt
Kenya
Bangladesh
Bolivia
Cambodia
Gabon
India
Georgia
Iran
Kuwait
Laos
Mongolia
Myanmar
Malaysia
Nigeria
Nepal
Oman
Pakistan
Papua New Guinea
Saudi Arabia
Sri Lanka
Taiwan
Turkey
Uganda
Vietnam

Esther Emoekpere is a data analyst in the audience engagement department at BusinessDay, where she uses data to understand reader behaviour, spot unusual trends, and support the newsroom with insights that shape story performance. She holds a BSc in Statistics from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. She also with the BD Weekender team, where she covers a range of beats including profiles, food, lifestyle, restaurants, and fashion—creating stories shaped by audience interest and real-time engagement trends.

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