Thailand Visa Guide

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Visa Requirement
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Last updated: April 2026

Key Information

Stay Duration
60 days
Popular With
Tourists and backpackers

Key Requirements

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival date
  • Proof of onward travel (return or onward flight ticket within 60 days)
  • Proof of funds (20,000 THB per person or 40,000 THB per family in cash)
  • Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) - mandatory from May 1, 2025

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. 1

    Complete Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within 72 hours before arrival at https://thaievisa.go.th/

  2. 2

    Ensure passport has 6+ months validity

  3. 3

    Keep proof of onward travel and funds ready

  4. 4

    Present documents at Thai immigration upon arrival

  5. 5

    Receive 60-day visa exemption stamp in passport

Documents Required

  • Passport with 6+ months validity
  • Printed confirmation of return/onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Thailand
  • Proof of funds (20,000 THB cash recommended)
  • TDAC QR code (mandatory from May 2025)

Pro Tips

  • Download the TDAC QR code after submission - you'll need to show it at immigration
  • Carry 20,000 THB in cash (about ₹47,000) as proof of funds - immigration may check
  • Book a refundable onward ticket if you're unsure of exit date
  • 60 days is plenty for most tourists - one of the best visa-free deals for Indians
  • For frequent visitors, consider Thailand Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV)

Important Notes

  • • Indians get 60-day visa-free entry as of 2025 - NO VISA NEEDED!
  • • Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) becomes mandatory from May 1, 2025
  • • Must complete TDAC within 72 hours before arrival
  • • Extension available for additional 30 days at Thai immigration office
  • • For stays longer than 90 days, apply for appropriate visa before travel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do Indians need a visa for Thailand?
No! Indian passport holders get 60-day visa-free entry to Thailand. No visa application is required. Just complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within 72 hours before arrival.
How long can Indians stay in Thailand visa-free?
Indians can stay 60 days visa-free in Thailand. You can extend for an additional 30 days at a Thai immigration office for a total of 90 days.
What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)?
The TDAC is a mandatory online form that replaced the paper arrival card. Complete it at thaievisa.go.th within 72 hours before arrival. You'll receive a QR code to show at immigration.
How much cash do I need to show at Thailand immigration?
You may be asked to show proof of funds: 20,000 THB per person (~₹47,000) or 40,000 THB per family. Carry cash as proof.

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