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Do India passport holders need a visa to visit Thailand?

Visa-free 60 days today, but moving to a paid 15-day Visa on Arrival in mid-2026. Confirm before booking. Indian ordinary passport holders currently enter Thailand visa-free for up to 60 days per entry, with an optional 30-day extension at a Thai immigration office. On 19 May 2026 the Thai cabinet approved removing India from the visa-free list and moving it to Visa on Arrival (THB 2,000, 15 days), effective 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette. Always confirm the current policy before booking, and complete the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before any flight to Thailand.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-26
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-26
Visa type
Visa-free entry (transitioning to VOA)
Maximum stay
60 days visa-free (current) or 15 days VOA (incoming)
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (visa-free) or THB 2,000 (incoming VOA)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival
standard track
Validity
Per entry; new VOA non-extendable to 15 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check the policy status
Check thaievisa.go.th and recent advisories before booking. The change from visa-free to VOA takes effect 15 days after Royal Gazette publication.
· check before booking
/02
Complete TDAC before flying
All international arrivals must submit the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) at tdac.immigration.go.th within 72 hours before arrival.
· TDAC mandatory· free
/03
Prepare arrival documents
Carry passport valid 6+ months, return or onward ticket, accommodation evidence, and proof of funds (about THB 10,000-20,000 per person or equivalent).
· funds proof
/04
Clear immigration
Present passport, TDAC confirmation, and supporting documents. Under visa-free entry, the stamp is free; under the VOA, pay THB 2,000 at the VOA counter.
· airport· Suvarnabhumi/Don Mueang
/05
Extend if eligible
Visa-free travellers can extend once by 30 days at a Thai immigration office (THB 1,900 fee). VOA stays are non-extendable.
· 1,900 baht· visa-free only
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Indian passport
Valid at least 6 months from entry, with one blank page
TDAC submission
Free, within 72 hours of arrival
Return or onward ticket
Confirmed booking
Accommodation evidence
Hotel bookings or host invitation
Funds evidence
About THB 10,000-20,000 per person, or equivalent in cards
Health/travel insurance
Recommended
Visa-free or VOA fee status check
Confirm current rule before flying
Day-by-day plan
Useful at immigration if asked
Yellow fever certificate (if applicable)
Required if coming from risk zones
Previous travel history
Old passports help on closer questioning
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entry (current)Free60 days, while policy lasts
Visa on Arrival (incoming)THB 2,00015 days, paid in baht at counter
30-day extension (visa-free only)THB 1,900At Thai Immigration office
e-Visa (single entry, Indians)Around INR 3,000For longer or specific stays
e-Visa (multiple entry, 6 months)Around INR 13,500Frequent travellers
Total estimateFree — INR 5,000+incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard airport entry plus TDAC verification.
Visa on Arrival
30-60 minutes
Queue at the VOA counter, pay in cash, get a 15-day stamp.
e-Visa decision
Several business days
For travellers needing longer or non-tourism stays.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Insufficient passport validity
Less than 6 months will trigger refusal at check-in or arrival.
Medium
/02
Missing TDAC
Boarding may be denied, or you'll be sent to fill the form at the airport.
Medium
/03
No return or onward ticket
Airlines and immigration require confirmed departure within the allowed stay.
Medium
/04
Wrong stay length
Visa-free was 60 days; once VOA takes effect, only 15 days are granted on arrival.
Medium
/05
Adverse immigration history
Past Thai overstays or breaches can block entry.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-26
India to Thailand route verified
Confirmed current 60-day visa-free entry, pending move to 15-day Visa on Arrival (THB 2,000), and TDAC requirement.
2026-05-19 · major
Visa-free to be replaced by VOA
Thai cabinet approved moving India to Visa on Arrival (THB 2,000, 15 days). Effective 15 days after Royal Gazette publication.
2026-02-13
Visa-free stay extended to 60 days
Thailand doubled visa-free entry for Indian passport holders from 30 to 60 days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Am I visa-free or do I need a VOA today?—
As of 26 May 2026 the 60-day visa-free entry is still in effect for Indian passport holders. The move to 15-day Visa on Arrival starts 15 days after Royal Gazette publication — check thaievisa.go.th right before booking.
Do I have to complete the TDAC?+
Can I extend the stay?+
What if I want to stay longer?+
Can I work or earn from Thailand on these entries?+
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