IndiaKyrgyzstan: Visa required

IndiaKyrgyzstan

Do India passport holders need a visa for Kyrgyzstan?

Visa required

Yes. India passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kyrgyzstan.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: mfa.gov.kg (checked July 20, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,602 km, straight line (~2h 23m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kyrgyzstan122 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kyrgyzstan passport holders visiting India: e-Visa.

Kyrgyzstan drives on the right, the opposite side to India. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do India passport holders need a visa for Kyrgyzstan?

Yes. India passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kyrgyzstan.

How far is Kyrgyzstan from India?

About 1,602 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 23m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Kyrgyzstan?

Kyrgyzstani som (KGS).

What is the emergency number in Kyrgyzstan?

101 / 102 / 103 / 161.

Does Kyrgyzstan drive on the same side of the road as India?

Kyrgyzstan drives on the right, the opposite side to India. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Kyrgyzstan in?

Bishkek (UTC+6).

What is the nearest airport to Bishkek?

Manas International Airport (BSZ), about 22 km away.

How many countries can enter Kyrgyzstan without a visa?

122 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Kyrgyzstan visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can India passport holders visit without a visa instead of Kyrgyzstan?

Nepal, Iran, Bhutan.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About India

India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the world's seventh-largest country by area and its most populous. Bounded by the Indian Ocean on the south, the Arabian Sea on the southwest, and the Bay of Bengal on the southeast, it shares land borders with Pakistan to the west, China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north, and Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east. In the Indian Ocean, India is near Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

CapitalNew Delhi

RegionSouthern Asia

Population1.5B

Area3,287,590 km²

CurrencyIndian rupee (1 USD ≈ 94.96 INR)

LanguagesEnglish, Hindi, Tamil

Calling code+91

Drives on theleft

TimezoneKolkata (UTC+5:30)

Nearest airportIndira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), 15 km

Emergency number100 / 101 / 102 / 108 / 112

UNESCO sites51

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,702 (2025)

Tourist arrivals17.9M (2019)

Climate in New Delhi

Warmest June, coolest January, driest October, sunniest October. Best time to visit: April, October, November.

Monthly climate normals for New Delhi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	18.2°C	7.9°C	66mm	261h
February	22.2°C	10.1°C	34mm	285h
March	25.7°C	14.5°C	73mm	315h
April	33.4°C	20.2°C	11mm	331h
May	37.6°C	24.1°C	24mm	328h
June	37.1°C	27.2°C	9mm	337h
July	34.8°C	27°C	111mm	329h
August	32.4°C	26.4°C	191mm	288h
September	34.2°C	25.5°C	50mm	333h
October	32.5°C	18.2°C	0mm	339h
November	26°C	12.3°C	16mm	298h
December	21.8°C	8.6°C	1mm	299h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

India, the largest country in South Asia, is one of the world's oldest civilisations with staggering cultural diversity. Once revered as 'the golden bird', India's cultural heritage is a rich amalgam of the past and present. The most populous nation in the world, India offers the traveller a view of fascinating religions, a smorgasbord of languages, diverse food, and architectural masterpieces that were built millennia ago and remain intact today.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Agra Fort
Ajanta Caves
Bhimbetka rock shelters
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
Charaideo deoshal
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus
Churches and Convents of Goa
Dhal ni Pol
Dholavira
Elephanta Caves

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About Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan, officially the Kyrgyz Republic, formerly known as Kirghizia, is a landlocked country located in Central Asia, lying in the Tian Shan and Pamir mountain ranges. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Uzbekistan to the west, Tajikistan to the south, and China to the east and southeast. The capital and largest city is Bishkek which lies on the northern border with Kazakhstan. Ethnic Kyrgyz make up the majority of the 7.5 million people, followed by significant minorities of Uzbeks and Russians.

CapitalBishkek

RegionCentral Asia

Population7.3M

Area199,951 km²

CurrencyKyrgyzstani som (1 USD ≈ 87.48 KGS)

LanguagesKyrgyz, Russian

Calling code+996

Drives on theright

TimezoneBishkek (UTC+6)

Nearest airportManas International Airport (BSZ), 22 km

Emergency number101 / 102 / 103 / 161

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,081 (2025)

Tourist arrivals8.5M (2019)

Climate in Bishkek

Warmest July, coolest December, driest December, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Bishkek, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	0.4°C	-8.2°C	37mm	204h
February	9.4°C	-2.8°C	80mm	211h
March	13.8°C	1.4°C	51mm	277h
April	19.5°C	7.5°C	153mm	261h
May	25.2°C	12.2°C	87mm	358h
June	28.5°C	15.3°C	53mm	370h
July	31.3°C	18.3°C	14mm	396h
August	30.1°C	17.1°C	44mm	367h
September	23.1°C	11.1°C	23mm	338h
October	15.9°C	4.1°C	33mm	295h
November	5.9°C	-4°C	44mm	217h
December	-1.5°C	-11.1°C	10mm	223h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kyrgyzstan, a Central Asian country, is often called as the "Switzerland" of Central Asia due to its mountainous terrain. The country offers breathtaking landscapes, including the Tien Shan Mountains, crystal-clear lakes such as Issyk-Kul and Song Kol, and beautiful valleys like the Ala-Archa National Park. These areas provide excellent hiking, trekking, horseback riding, and camping opportunities.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Burana Tower
Silk Roads: the Routes Network of Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor
Sulaiman-Too
Western Tian Shan

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