Thailand Visa

Thailand Visa FAQs

• add remove Do I require a Bangkok visa to visit Thailand?

  Yes. Indian Passport holders can apply for a Thailand Tourist Visa prior to their travel at the Thailand Consulate/Embassy or can also opt for a Thai Visa on arrival. However, it is recommended to get the Thailand visa for Indians before arrival itself to avoid any last minute problem or long queues at the Thailand Airport. Getting a Thai Visa for Indians is a really easy and hassle free process and much cheaper than on arrival Thai visa. Also, on applying for a Thailand tourist visa prior to arrival; you can get a longer validity visa, whereas a visa on arrival will only permit you for a maximum stay of 15 days.

• add remove Is it advisable to apply for Thailand Tourist Visa for Indians before travel or get a Thai Visa on arrival?

  Applying for a Thailand Tourist Visa for Indians through Akbartravels.com will be a 3 to 4 day’s process and cost almost the same. It is highly advisable to process your Thailand visa online through us, as we will take care of your complete Thailand visa requirements right from getting your Thailand e visa documents ready to stamping of your visa. Hence save the trouble and delay on arrival and apply Thailand Visa online in advance

• add remove Do I need to visit your office in person to apply for Thailand Visa?

  No. You are not required to visit our office personally to apply for Thailand Visa. The e visa Thailand process is completely online. Moreover, for Thailand sticker visa applications, we provide the facility of pick-up and drop of Thailand Visa documents at your doorsteps or any place of convenience.

• add remove Will I receive my documents back once I submit it?

  Documents once submitted to the Thailand Immigration for Thailand visa applications shall not be returned to the applicant.

• add remove What is the Thailand Visa Cost for Indian citizens?

  The Thailand Visa cost for Indian citizens starts from INR 7,499 for Thailand e visa application with a processing time of 2-3 days. We also provide Express Thai Visa services with a processing time of up to 24 hours and Thai Visa price of INR 11,999. With Akbartravels.com getting your Thailand visa for Indians is both easy and affordable!

  Thailand Visa Price for Indian Citizens:

  Type of Thailand Visa	Thailand Visa Price
  Thailand e visa (Popular)	₹ 7,499
  Thailand e visa (Express)	₹ 11,999
  Thailand Tourist Visa (Stamp Visa)	₹ 11,999
  Thailand Business Visa (Stamp Visa)	₹ 11,999

• add remove When can I apply for a Thailand Visa online?

  The Thai Embassy/Consulate accept Thailand Visa applications only 30 days prior to the travel date. Apply for Thailand Visa online well in advance to avoid visa delays.

• add remove How long does it take to get a Thailand Visa for Indians?

  The processing time for thailand visa for Indians takes nearly 3 to 4 working days by the Thailand Immigration after all the relevant documents are received. For applicants who want to travel to Thailand urgently, there is also the express visa service, wherein Thai visa is processed within 24 hours.

• add remove Is Thailand Tourist Visa for Indians a sticker visa or an eVISA?

  There are two types of Thai visa for Indians: Thai e visa and Thai sticker visa. The Thai e visa is the most popular visa among tourists.

• add remove What is Thailand Visa on Arrival facility?

  Passengers travelling to Thailand have two options either to get their Thailand Visa from India before departure OR Get a Thai Visa on Arrival. Opting for the Thai Visa on arrival will require more time due to the long waiting immigration queues at the Thai airports. Many a times, there is a huge rush at Thailand Airports, tentative waiting time for Thailand Visa on Arrival can be 2 to 3 hours depending upon rush on a particular day. So, in order to travel hassle free, it is advisable to obtain Thailand Visa for Indians before you depart from India.

• add remove What are the disadvantages of Thailand Visa on arrival facility?
  • Time consuming & tiring, Long waiting queues. (can go up to 3 hours)
  • Thailand Visa price must be paid in cash and Thai currency only.
  • Shorter visa validity. (Stay validity is only 15 days).
  • Single entry Thailand Visa only.
  • Only Thailand Tourist Visa processed.
• add remove Is it possible to get a multiple-entry Thailand Tourist Visa or Thailand Business Visa?

  Yes, you can acquire a multiple entry Thailand tourist visa for Indians as well as Thailand business visa which are valid for nearly 3 months and depending upon the Thai visa type, you are allowed to stay for a period up to 60/90 days on each entry.

• add remove Is It true that tourists entering Thailand must be able to prove that they have adequate finances during the stay as currently being widely reported in local and international media?

  Yes, this is true. Without appropriate means of living, tourists risk becoming economic and social burdens of the host country. In this connection, according to the Notification of the Ministry of Interior dated 8 May 2000, Thailand Visa holders must be able to prove that they have adequate finances equivalent to at least 20,000 Baht per person or 40,000 Baht per family. For Thailand Visa on arrival tourists, they must be able to prove that they have adequate finances equivalent to at least 10,000 Baht per person or 20,000 Baht per family.

• add remove What is the difference between validity of Thailand visa for Indians and period of stay?

  Please note that the period of Thailand visa validity is different from the period of stay. Thai Visa validity is the period during which a visa can be used to enter Thailand. In general, the validity of a visa is 3 months, but in some cases, visas may be issued to be valid for 6 months, 1 year or 3 years. The validity of a Thailand visa for Indians is granted with discretion by the Royal Thai Consulate-General and is displayed on the visa sticker. The period of stay is granted by the Thailand immigration officer upon arrival at the port of entry and in accordance with the type of visa. For example, the period of stay for a transit visa should not exceed 30 days, for a Thai tourist visa should not exceed 60 days and for a non-immigrant visa should not exceed 90 days from the arrival date. The period of stay granted by the immigration officer is displayed on the arrival stamp. Travellers who wish to stay longer than such period may apply for extension of stay at offices of the Immigration Bureau in Bangkok, located at Soi Suan Plu, South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120, Tel 02-2873101-10 or at an Immigration office located in the provinces.

• add remove How to apply for a Thailand Visa online?

  Thailand visa for Indians can be acquired in a breeze with the convenience of our online Thailand Visa application processes. We are experts in the travel and tourism sector with over 40 years of experience in processing visa for all countries. Through our expertise, in-depth knowledge and integrity, we commit to delivering an exceptional experience to our customers each and every time you use our service. In order to help us understand your unique visa needs, please drop in your query and our Expert will get in touch with you.

  How to apply for Thailand Visa Online:

  1. Choose your preferred type of Thailand Visa for Indians based on your Travel type
  2. Make payment online
  3. Submit documents online on our portal
  4. Receive your Thailand Visa online once approved
• add remove Do I need to take a health/travel insurance?Do I need to take a health/travel insurance?

  You are strongly advised to purchase a health / travel insurance to cover yourself in Thailand as medical treatment can be very expensive in Thailand. Along with Bangkok Visa for Indians, we can certainly assist you with the travel insurance as it’s an absolute necessity for International travel in the event of unexpected events such as medical emergencies, baggage delay or loss etc.

• add remove Are you still having doubts about the Bangkok Visa process?

  We have you covered across India with presence in all the major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Lucknow and many more. Visit Akbartravels.com to understand the Thailand entry requirements and apply Thailand Visa online.

• add remove What are the passport requirements for Thai Visa applications?

  Your Indian passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date you plan to depart Thailand and must contain at least two blank pages (unused visa pages) to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Thailand.

• add remove What are the Thailand Entry Requirements for Foreigners?

  All visitors to Thailand must meet the following entry requirements:

  • Valid Passport document (minimum validity of 6 months at the time of departure)
  • Thailand Visa for Indians
  • Confirmed onward or return tickets (if applicable)
  • Entry facilities, including visas, to the next destination (if applicable)
  • Sufficient funds to maintain themselves during their stay in Thailand; and,
• add remove Can I work on my Bangkok Visa in Thailand?

  Bangkok Visa holders are strictly not allowed to engage in any form of employment, business profession or occupation, whether paid or unpaid. If you intend to take up Employment, you must strictly apply for the appropriate Thai Visa for Indians.

• add remove What is a Multiple Entry Thailand Visa for Indians (MEV)?

  A Multiple Entry Thailand Visa for Indians (MEV) is issued to allow you to make any number of journeys / entries into Malaysia.

• add remove How long does it take to get an entry Bangkok Visa for Indians from the Thailand Embassy?

  This depends upon the Thailand Embassy in your home country. However, it typically does not take more than 3 working days to process your Bangkok Visa for Indians.

• add remove What happens if I overstay my Thailand Tourist Visa for Indians?

  Penalty fees may apply, and these fees are at the discretion of the Thailand Immigration Department. You

• add remove My Thai Visa for Indians has expired and I did not travel to Thailand. Now I want to travel to Thailand. What do I do?

  It is mandatory to enter Thailand before the expiry of the Thai Visa for Indians. In the situation that your Thailand Visa is expired, the Thailand Immigration Department does not extend the validity of the Thai visa. As such, you are required to apply for a new visa prior to your entry into Thailand. Kindly contact Akbartravels.com to submit a new application for Thailand visa for Indians.

• add remove How much does Thailand e visa for Indian cost?

  The e visa Thailand costs Rs.7,999/- per person.

• add remove Is the Thailand Visa cost for Indian (Thailand e visa) the same as the Sticker Visa cost?

  No. The costs for Thai e visa and sticker visa differ.

• add remove I will be travelling to Phuket from Bangkok. Do I need a separate Phuket visa for Indian?

  No. Phuket is the biggest island of Thailand and no separate visa is required. You can visit all the islands of Thailand on a single Thai visa.

• add remove Which are the types of Thailand Visa for Indians?

  There are three types of Thai visa for Indians:

  • Thailand Tourist Visa - Issued for the purpose of tourism or leisure. The Thailand Immigration issues Thailand e visa as well as Thailand sticker visa.
  • Thailand Visit Visa - Issued to visit family or friends in Thailand.
  • Thailand Business Visa - Issued to undertake business activities such as conference, meeting, seminar, training etc in Thailand.
• add remove I plan to visit my friends/relatives. I have sufficient funds to pay for the Thailand trip myself. What kind of invitation is required for the Thailand visa application?

  You need to submit an informal invitation from your friends/relatives along with the address and a copy of the friend's/relative's passport. The residence permit copy is an additional requirement if your friend/relative in Thailand is not a Thailand national. If your friends/relatives will be paying for your travel expenses, you will need to submit a sponsorship letter along with bank statements.

• add remove My flight itinerary requires a transit at Thailand airport. Do I have to apply for an airport transit visa or a regular Thai visa?

  Airport transit visa are only good for short stopovers while you are waiting a few hours for your onward flight in the airport's international transit area. Generally, transit visa is not required if you wont be leaving the airport area, but we recommend checking with the respective airline about the transit visa requirements.

• add remove Will you verify and review my Thai Visa application documents before submission?

  Yes. Our Thai Visa Experts will take care of the complete Thai Visa process, from verification to submission and receiving the Thailand Visa for Indians.

• add remove Is the Bangkok Tourist Visa for Indians paper submission or online?

  The Thailand Immigration has two types of Thai visa applications: Thailand e visa application and Thailand sticker visa application. Applying for Thailand e visa is a completely online process with minimum documentation and quicker processing time.

• add remove Do you’ll guarantee Thailand Visa approval?

  Thailand Visa issuance is at the discretion of the Thailand Immigration Officials. Our Thai Visa Experts will guide you and take complete care of your visa application.

• add remove Do I need to have a strong travel history before applying for Bangkok Visa for Indians?

  Thailand Visa for Indians is one of the easiest visas to obtain. Strong travel history is just an added advantage.

• add remove My Thailand Visa was refused? Can I reapply, if yes, when is the best time to reapply?

  Yes! You can reapply immediately for Thailand Visa for Indians.

• add remove In case of Thai Visa rejection, will I get refund?

  No. The Thailand Visa cost is non refundable, irrespective of the visa decision.

• add remove I am not available in India at the moment, can I still apply for my Thailand Tourist Visa for Indians?

  Yes. Thailand e visa is an online process and does not require you to be there physically to submit the documents.

• add remove After getting my Thailand Tourist Visa, can Akbartravels.com assist with flight, hotels and Thailand tour package?

  Yes. Akbartravels.com is a one stop shop and can take care of all your travel requirements.

• add remove Is there an Indian Embassy in Thailand?

  Yes. There is an Indian Embassy in Thailand. The address is : 46, Prasarnmitr, Sukhumvit, Soi 23, Bangkok - 10110, Bangkok, Thailand, Bangkok.