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India to Thailand visa requirements

Visa-free 60 days remains effective for Indian ordinary passports until further Thai announcement; if the cabinet-approved revision takes effect, India moves to 15-day Visa on Arrival (THB 2,000). TDAC is mandatory and free. Indian ordinary passport holders currently enter Thailand visa-free for tourism and short-term business engagements for up to 60 days per entry, with a discretionary 30-day extension at a Thai immigration office. The Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi updated its visa page on 21 May 2026 to say this 60-day exemption remains effective until further announcement. Thailand's cabinet approved revisions to the visa exemption and VOA schemes on 19 May 2026, but official Thai notices say the new details take effect only 15 days after Ministry of Interior announcements are published in the Royal Gazette. The official revision graphic identifies India as one of the four countries moving to the Visa-on-Arrival tier once the change activates: 15 days, THB 2,000. Confirm the current rule before booking and complete the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-19
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-19
Visa type
Visa-free entry (60-day exemption; pending move to VOA)
Maximum stay
60 days visa-free now; pending VOA outcome is 15 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
Free now; TDAC free; pending VOA fee THB 2,000; THB 1,900 extension fee if granted under the current visa-free rule
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival
standard track
Validity
Per entry; revision takes effect only after Royal Gazette publication + 15 days; pending VOA outcome is 15 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check the policy status
The New Delhi embassy says the 60-day exemption remains effective until further announcement. The cabinet-approved revision starts only 15 days after the relevant Royal Gazette publication, and its pending outcome moves India to a 15-day VOA costing THB 2,000.
· check before booking· pending VOA
/02
Complete TDAC before flying
All international arrivals must submit the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) at tdac.immigration.go.th within 3 days 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 the current rule the stamp is free; once the VOA change activates, pay THB 2,000 at the VOA counter for a 15-day stay.
· airport· Suvarnabhumi/Don Mueang
/05
Extend if eligible
Visa-free travellers can request one 30-day extension at a Thai immigration office before the stamp expires; approval is discretionary and the fee is THB 1,900. The pending 15-day VOA route is not the same as the current 60-day exemption.
· 1,900 baht· visa-free only
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
India -> Thailand · Visa-free entry (60-day exemption; pending move to VOA)
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RequiredIndian passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months from entry, with one blank page
RequiredTDAC submission
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Free, within 3 days before arrival
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Confirmed booking
RequiredAccommodation evidence
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel bookings or host invitation
RequiredFunds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
About THB 10,000-20,000 per person, or equivalent in cards
RecommendedHealth/travel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended
RequiredVisa-free or VOA status check
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Confirm current rule before flying
ConditionalDay-by-day plan
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Useful at immigration if asked
ConditionalYellow fever certificate (if applicable)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required if coming from risk zones
RequiredPrevious travel history
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Old passports help on closer questioning
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesRoyal Thai Embassy New Delhi - Visa page (updated 2026-05-21)Thailand MFA Consular Department - visa exemption/VOA lists (updated 2026-03-31)Thailand MFA Consular Department - 60-day visa exemption PDF (2024-07-15)
Application link included: Royal Thai Embassy New Delhi - Visa page (updated 2026-05-21)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFree60 days, while the exemption remains effective
TDACFreeMandatory, within 3 days before arrival
Visa on Arrival (pending revision)THB 2,00015 days, once the Royal Gazette-triggered change takes effect for India
30-day extensionTHB 1,900At Thai Immigration office, if granted
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 — THB 2,000 once VOA activates, or INR 13,500+ / THB 1,900 extension depending on routeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard airport entry plus TDAC verification.
Visa on Arrival after revision activates
30-60 minutes
Queue at the VOA counter, pay THB 2,000, and receive a 15-day stay once India moves to the VOA tier.
Extension at immigration
Same day
Local immigration office request before the current stamp expires; approval is discretionary.
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
The 60-day exemption remains current until further notice, but the cabinet-approved revision can start after Royal Gazette publication and would move India to a 15-day VOA; your entry stamp controls the allowed stay.
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
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-19 · major
Pending India VOA outcome restored
Kept the current 60-day visa-free framing because Thai official sources say it remains effective until further announcement, and restored the cabinet-approved pending outcome: India moves to 15-day Visa on Arrival with a THB 2,000 fee once the Royal Gazette-triggered change takes effect.
2026-06-19
Codex re-verified India to Thailand
Codex checked official Thai and Indian sources; confirmed 60-day visa-free entry remains effective until further Thai announcement, TDAC is mandatory/free, and cabinet-approved revisions are pending Royal Gazette publication.
2026-05-26
India to Thailand route verified
Confirmed current 60-day visa-free entry, pending Thai cabinet revision, and TDAC requirement.
2026-05-19 · major
Cabinet approved visa-scheme revisions
Thai cabinet approved revising visa exemption and VOA schemes. Official notices say details take effect 15 days after Ministry of Interior announcements are published in the Royal Gazette.
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 19 June 2026, official Thai and Indian sources still show the 60-day visa-free entry for Indian ordinary passport holders. The cabinet-approved revision is not active until the relevant Royal Gazette publication plus 15 days; once active, India moves to 15-day Visa on Arrival with a THB 2,000 fee.
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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