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Thailand's entry rules for Indians are changing in 2026 - from visa-free to Visa on Arrival. We track the exact status for your travel dates, sort your free TDAC and Tourist e-Visa, and make sure you carry the right documents.

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⚠ Important 2026 update - read this first

On 19 May 2026, the Thai Cabinet approved moving India from 60-day visa-free entry to Visa on Arrival (15 days). The new rule takes effect 15 days after it is published in Thailand's Royal Gazette. As of late May 2026 the publication date had not been announced, so for a brief window the older visa-free rules may still apply. Because this is mid-transition, we verify the exact rule for your specific travel dates before you book - so you always carry the correct entry document.

Thailand is a favourite for Indian travellers - Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, island life and great value. The entry rules, though, are shifting in 2026. Under the new framework, Indian passport holders will use a Visa on Arrival for short trips (15 days) or a pre-arranged Tourist e-Visa for longer stays (60 days). One thing stays constant: the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is mandatory and free for every traveller.

At Flynk Tours (Delhi NCR), we keep on top of the live status, help you complete the free TDAC correctly (beware of scam sites that charge for it), arrange a Tourist e-Visa where needed, and can package your whole Thailand holiday.

Entry options Fees Documents TDAC card Process Tips Get help ↓
Visa on Arrival
15 days
~2,000 THB, no extension
Tourist e-Visa
60 days
Apply before travel
TDAC
Free
Mandatory for all
Funds at entry
~$750
Or equivalent
Two routes

Your Thailand entry options

Pick based on how long you're staying. We'll confirm which applies for your dates.

Short trips

Visa on Arrival (15 days)

Applied for at the airport immigration counter on arrival. Fee around 2,000 THB (~₹4,600-5,900), paid in Thai Baht cash. Stay is capped at 15 days with no extension. Best for a quick Thailand holiday.

Longer stays

Tourist e-Visa (60 days)

Applied for online before departure at the official Thai e-Visa site, processed in ~3 working days. Allows a 60-day stay - the better choice for a longer or relaxed holiday, and it avoids airport queues.

Note: a small tourist arrival/landing fee has been proposed in Thailand but, as of mid-2026, has no confirmed start date. We'll tell you if it applies to your trip.

Cost

Thailand visa fees - 2026

Approximate amounts; we confirm exact current fees for your route and dates.

RouteStayApprox. feeWhere you pay
Visa on Arrival15 days~2,000 THB (~₹4,600-5,900)Airport counter, in THB cash
Tourist e-Visa (single)60 days~₹3,000Online, before travel
Tourist e-Visa (multiple)60 days/entry~₹13,500Online, before travel
TDAC arrival card-FREEOfficial site only

VOA fees must be paid in Thai Baht cash - cards and foreign currency are often not accepted at the counter. The TDAC is always free; any site charging for it is a scam. Our service charge for e-Visa assistance is separate and shared upfront.

Checklist

Documents to enter Thailand

Carry all of these - immigration officers can ask for any of them, and missing one can mean denied entry.

✅ Don't skip the return ticket

Open-ended tickets are generally not accepted. Airlines verify your documents before letting you board in India - so getting this right avoids being turned away at the airport.

The TDAC arrival card

Whichever route you use, the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is mandatory for every foreign traveller - by air, land or sea. It replaced the old paper TM6 card.

It's completely free on the official site (tdac.immigration.go.th) and must be submitted within the 3 days before your arrival. You'll need your passport, travel and accommodation details. We help you fill it correctly so you breeze through immigration - and we'll warn you off the scam sites that charge for it.

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Step by step

How Flynk sorts your Thailand entry

From confirming the rule to landing in Bangkok.

1

Confirm the rule

We check the live entry rule for your exact travel dates - VOA or e-Visa.

2

Arrange the visa

For longer stays we file your 60-day Tourist e-Visa; for short trips we prep your VOA.

3

Free TDAC

We help you submit the free TDAC within 3 days of arrival and save your QR code.

4

Fly & enjoy

You travel with the right documents in hand - and we can plan your whole Thailand trip.

Good to know

Thailand travel tips

Small things that save you stress at the airport.

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Carry Thai Baht cash

VOA fees need THB cash - counters may not take cards or foreign currency.

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TDAC within 3 days

Submit the free TDAC in the 3 days before arrival; save the QR code on your phone.

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Avoid scam sites

The TDAC is free. Any website charging for it is a scam - use only the official portal.

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Book return tickets

Open-ended tickets aren't accepted; airlines check before boarding in India.

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Staying over 15 days?

Get the 60-day Tourist e-Visa in advance - the VOA can't be extended.

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Show funds

Keep ~USD 750 or equivalent accessible; officers can ask for proof of funds.

Why this matters

Because Thailand's rule is mid-change in 2026, the single most valuable thing we do is confirm the exact requirement for your travel dates - so you're never caught out at the airport.

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FAQ

Thailand visa questions, answered

Thailand's policy is changing. On 19 May 2026 the Cabinet approved moving India from 60-day visa-free entry to Visa on Arrival (15 days), effective 15 days after Royal Gazette publication. Until then, the earlier visa-free rules may still apply. We verify the live status for your exact dates.

Once in force, about 2,000 THB (~₹4,600-5,900), paid in Thai Baht cash at the airport counter. It allows a 15-day stay with no extension.

Yes - the Thailand Digital Arrival Card is mandatory for all foreign arrivals and is completely free at the official site. Submit it within the 3 days before arrival. Any site charging for it is a scam.

Apply for a Thailand Tourist e-Visa before departure, which allows a 60-day stay. It's applied for online and processed in around 3 working days.

Passport valid 6+ months from entry, your TDAC QR code, a confirmed return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of funds (~USD 750 or equivalent).

For a short trip under 15 days, VOA is simplest. For a longer holiday, the 60-day Tourist e-Visa arranged in advance is better and avoids airport queues. We'll recommend the right one.

Yes - we confirm the current rule for your dates, help with the free TDAC, arrange a Tourist e-Visa if needed, and can package your flights, hotels and itinerary.

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