Thailand (Officially the Kingdom of Thailand) is a country in Southeast Asia. With a population of over 68 Million people, it is the 21st most populous country in the world.
If you’re an Indian seeking to travel to Thailand, there are several options available to you, one of which is the Visa on arrival, which allows you the opportunity of getting your visa upon arrival into the country.
Thailand Visa Types, Processing Time & Duration
| VISA TYPE | PROCESSING TIME | DURATION OF STAY |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa | 3 days | 60 days |
| Non-Immigrant Visa | 5 – 10 days | 90 days |
| Marriage Visa | 3 days – 2 weeks | 1 year (Renewable) |
| Retirement Visa | 3 weeks | 1 year (Renewable) |
| Business Visa | 7 days | 90 days (Renewable) |
| Permanent Resident Visa | October – December | Permanent |
General Requirements for a Thailand Visa
- Completely filled the visa application form
- An international passport with at least 6 months validity
- 3 photocopies of the personal information page(s) in the international passport
- 3 recent passport size photograph (3.5cm by 4.5cm) with white background
- Travel itinerary
- A copy of a yellow fever vaccination certificate issued by a licensed hospital
- Recent bank statement
Visa on Arrival (VOA)
- Visa on Arrival is one that is granted after entering into Thailand
- Currently, 21 countries are beneficiaries of this policy and India is one of them
- This visa is strictly for tourism purpose
- At the moment, only 48 airports have immigration checkpoints for the issuance of visa on arrival
- Visa on arrival is different from visa exemption
Thailand Tourist Visa
- Tourist visa (TR) is granted to short-term visitors who intend to stay in the country for 60 days or less
- There are two types of tourist visa:
- Single–entry tourist visa which is valid for entering the country once within 3 months from the date of application
- Multiple–entry tourist visa which is valid for entering the country within 6 months from the date of application. This type is not available for Indians
- This visa is extendable for another 30 days
- This visa does not allow you to work or conduct business in Thailand
Thailand Non-Immigrant VisaT
- This visa is granted to people lawfully married to Thailand citizen, dependent on a foreigner currently working or studying in Thailand, an applicant who works or volunteers for a non-governmental organisation.
- There are two types of non-immigrant visa:
- Single-entry which is valid for 3 months from the date of issue. Visa holders may contact the Immigration Bureau of Thailand, after entering the country for extension of stay and re-entry permit
- Multiple-entry (only for the spouse of a Thai citizen) is valid for 1 year from the date of issue.
- In addition to general requirements, a copy of a marriage certificate (for spouse) or birth certificate (for children) is required
- Sponsorship letter from a relative in Thailand should be provided
- Applicant should get a letter of certification from an organisation in Thailand indicating the purpose of the volunteer, nature of work, and exact period of stay, coupled with a copy of ID card or passport of the person who signed the letter.
Thailand Marriage Visa
- Indian citizens married to Thailand citizen legally are eligible for this type of visa
- You need to apply for a non-immigrant visa first then convert it to marriage visa
- This visa allows you to work or start a business in Thailand
- This visa is renewable
- It’s advisable to apply for a renewal of visa 15 days before it expires
Thailand Retirement Visa
- As the name implies, this visa is for retired people
- You have to be above 50 years of age to be considered for this visa
- This visa does not allow you to take any form of employment
- This visa is renewable
- It’s advisable to apply for a renewal of visa 15 days before it expires
Thailand Business Visa
- This is a visa issued to people interested in conducting business in Thailand
- This visa allows you to operate a bank account in any Thailand bank
- There are two types of business visa: There are two types of business visa:
- The single entry visa which is valid for 3 months
- The multiple entry visa which is valid for a year
- This visa is renewable
Thailand Permanent Residence Visa
- This visa allows you to live permanently in Thailand
- The annual quota for granting permanent residency in Thailand is a maximum of 100 persons per country
- To be eligible for this visa you must have had a Thailand non-immigrant visa for at least three years prior to the submission of your application
- You must be a holder of a non-immigrant visa at the time of this visa application
- You must be able to meet either the investment category, working category, academic category, or humanity reasons category while applying for this visa
- This visa never expires expect it is revoked by the Thailand government
- Reentry permit will be required when entering the country after an exit
- You can file an application to become a Thailand naturalized citizen after holding this visa for 10 consecutive years.
Thailand Visa Fees
| VISA CATEGORY | VISA TYPE | VISA FEE (THB) |
|---|---|---|
| Short term Visa | Tourist Visa | 1,000 |
| Short term Visa | Non-Immigrant Visa | 2,000 |
| Short term Visa | Business Visa | 5,000 |
| Long term Visa | Marriage Visa | 2,000 |
| Long term Visa | Retirement Visa | 2,000 |
Thailand Visa Application Centres in India
| LOCATION | ADDRESS | TELEPHONE NUMBER |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | D-1/3, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110057, India | +91 11 4977 4100 |
| Mumbai | 12th Floor, Express Towers, Barrister Rajni Patel Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400021, India | +91 22 2282 3535 |
Commonly Asked Questions about Thailand Visa
How much time does it take to get a visa issued?
That depends on the type of visa, as well as the embassy issuing it. However, visa application to Thailand takes between 3 days to 3 weeks.
What type of visa do I need?
The type of visa you need depends on your purpose for travelling to Thailand. The visas available for Indian residents are outlined above.
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