IndiaTonga: Visa required

IndiaTonga

Do India passport holders need a visa for Tonga?

Visa required

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

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

Source: tongaembassycn.gov.to (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

Distance12,767 km, straight line (~15h 31m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Tonga109 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do India passport holders need a visa for Tonga?

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

How far is Tonga from India?

About 12,767 km in a straight line, roughly ~15h 31m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Tonga?

Tongan paʻanga (TOP).

What is the emergency number in Tonga?

911 / 922 / 927 / 928 / 933 / 999.

What time zone is Tonga in?

Tongatapu (UTC+13).

What is the nearest airport to Nuku'alofa?

Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU), about 14 km away.

How many countries can enter Tonga without a visa?

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

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

Fiji, Samoa, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Kiribati, Marshall Islands.

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 Tonga

Tonga, officially known as the Kingdom of Tonga, is an island country in Polynesia, part of Oceania. The country has 171 islands, of which 45 are inhabited. Its total surface area is about 750 km2 (290 sq mi), scattered over 700,000 km2 (270,000 sq mi) in the southern Pacific Ocean. As of September 2026, Tonga has a population of 103,291, 70% of whom live on the main island, Tongatapu. The country stretches approximately 800 km north-south. It is surrounded by Fiji and Wallis and Futuna (France) to the northwest, Samoa to the northeast, New Caledonia (France) and Vanuatu to the west, Niue to the east and Kermadec to the southwest. Tonga is about 1,800 km from New Zealand's North Island.

CapitalNuku'alofa

RegionPolynesia

Population103.7K

Area747 km²

CurrencyTongan paʻanga (1 USD ≈ 2.39 TOP)

LanguagesEnglish, Tongan

Calling code+676

Drives on theleft

TimezoneTongatapu (UTC+13)

Nearest airportFua'amotu International Airport (TBU), 14 km

Emergency number911 / 922 / 927 / 928 / 933 / 999

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$6,547 (2025)

Tourist arrivals94K (2019)

Travel guide

Tonga, the "Friendly Islands", is an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, consisting of 169 islands, of which 36 are inhabited. The tourist industry is relatively undeveloped. Cruise ships often stop in Vavaʻu, which has a reputation for its whale watching, game fishing, surfing, and beaches.

Upcoming public holidays

November 4, 2026Constitution Day

December 4, 2026Anniversary of the Coronation of H.M. King George Tubou I

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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