Thailand Launches E-Visa System for Indian Nationals — India Report
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Thailand has already extended visa-free entry to Indian travelers for 60 days "until further notice." It is now replacing the regular visa process with the more convenient e-visa system clearly prioritizing India as a key source market.
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 v
