Thailand Launches E-Visa System for Indian Nationals — India Report

Starting January 1, Thailand will implement its electronic visa system (e-visa) for Indian travelers. However, while the 60-day visa exemption for Indian tourists will remain in effect, the e-visa would be for stays exceeding 60 days.

Clarifying the visa exemption, the Thai embassy in Delhi confirmed, “The 60-day visa exemption for tourism and short business purposes for Indian ordinary passport holders remains effective until further announcement."

The e-visa system will replace the regular visa process. On the e-visa website, the Thai ministry of foreign affairs states that the e-visa applicants would not need to submit their passports and supporting documents at the Thai Embassy anymore. It aims to process e-visa applications within 14 working days. 

Thailand Visa Waiver: Last month, Thailand extended its visa waiver for Indians until further notice. Under the visa waiver, travelers will be able to stay for 60 days in Thailand during their visit, with the option to extend their stay by 30 days.

Till October this year, over 1.7 million Indians traveled to Thailand, surpassing its year-end goal. India was the third-largest source market, according to data from the Tourism