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Thailand Visa for Indian Citizens

Visa-free60 days max stay

Yes — Indian passport holders can enter Thailand visa-free for up to 60 days as of 2026.

Visa exemption for tourism and short-term business, effective 15 July 2024. PENDING CHANGE: Cabinet (19 May 2026) approved moving India to Visa on Arrival category (15 days, THB 2,000 fee); takes effect 15 days after Royal Gazette publication (not yet published as of June 2026).

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Entering Thailand on an Indian passport

  • → Travel with just your valid Indian passport. No visa or prior application needed.
  • See the exact document checklist for Indian applicants, by visa type.
  • → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.

Documents required for Indian applicants

The exact documents Indian citizens must submit for Thailand, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

otherDestination Thailand Visa

Please prepare your documents according to requirement in visa checklists before submitting your application. The guidelines checklist listed on this site will help you prepare your documents as accurately as possible. It is mandatory to submit checklist along with all visa application forms and supporting documents at the time of submission. Set of all documents required should be attached along with all applications. DESTINATION THAILAND VISA Download the checklist of Destination Visa (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/1X2g7FjoiviCOjqvCNYeux/d063cbf290533d9821719c70a2ba01e0/destination-thailand-visa.pdf)

transitTRANSIT

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otherDestination Thailand Visa(DTV)

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otherCategory R, R-A (Religion)

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workCategory F (Working With Special Agency)

Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/tha/travel-insurance). CATEGORY F (WORKING WITH SPECIAL AGENCY) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3uwWM5Ruf4ycc4j4kmDc4P/8fb4f0b3151a562210a5ac418730a2b2/OFFICIAL-CATEGORY-F.pdf) - Single Entry: Passport or travel document with validity not less than 6 months with two blank pages. - Multiple Entry: Passport or travel document with validity not less than 18 months with six blank pages. - Copy of Passport Bio and Visa pages. - Visa Application Form completely filled out - Two recent photographs of the applicant (3.5 X 4.5 cm) - Letter of invitation and related documents from the special agency (UN mission/ International Organization/Diplomatic mission/ AIT/ Thai state Enterprise/ etc.) - In case there is authorization number from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Bangkok, please communicate through VFS for the confirmation that the RTE had received the authorization. - Official note certifying the purpose of travel from the government agencies/Embassies and Consulate/International organizations/State Enterprises in Thailand. - last 1 month personal bank statement (or) Credit card copy. - Confirmed Air ticket (Mandatory for the applicants apply at Chennai, Bangalore, Cochin and Hyderabad) Kindly Note:- If required, you may be requested to bring additional documents by The Royal Thai Consulate.

otherNON IMMIGRANT VISA CATEGORY 'B' FOR 3 YEARS

Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/tha/travel-insurance). Required Documentation: Applicant for three-year Non-Immigrant Visa ‘B’ must submit the following: - An application form completed in full and signed by applicant. - Copy of Passport Bio and Visa pages. - A passport valid for traveling to Thailand with sufficient remaining validity. - Two passport-sized photographs (3.5 X 4.5 cm) taken within the previous 4 months. - National Identity Card, Residence documentation or valid proof of identity. - A letter from the employer giving details of the applicant’s position, length of employment, salary and purpose of the visit(s) to Thailand. If the applicant is self-employed, he or she must provide documentation of his or her business undertaking such as business registration and details of business operation- Original. - Copies of correspondence with business partners in Thailand. - A letter of original Invitation from trading or associated partners/ companies in Thailand. - Confirmed Air ticket (Mandatory for the applicants apply at Chennai, Bengaluru, Cochin & Hyderabad) - Corporate documents of associated partners/ companies in Thailand such as: - Business registration and business license - List of shareholders - Company profile - Details of business operation - Map indicating location of the company - Balance sheet, statement of Income Tax and Business Tax (Por Ngor Dor 50 and Por Ngor Dor 30) af the latest year - Value-added tax registration (Pro Ngor Dor 20) - A letter of recommendation from previous employer or business associations of which the applicant is member. - 700 USD endorsement needs to be done on the passport (or) last 1 month personal bank statement (or) Credit card copy. Remarks - Supplementary documents may be requested as and when necessary. - The issuance of visa is at discretion of the consular officer. Kindly Note:- If required, you may be requested to bring additional documents by The Royal Thai Consulate.

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Thailand visa for India citizens — FAQ

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Thailand?

Yes — Indian passport holders can enter Thailand visa-free for up to 60 days as of 2026.

How long can Indian citizens stay in Thailand?

Indian passport holders can stay in Thailand for up to 60 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do Indian citizens need for Thailand?

A valid passport plus the Thailand document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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