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What are the current transit visa requirements for Indian passport holders at Bangkok Airport?

Dr-Afroz *******
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Hi, does anyone have the latest information and rule about transit Visa at Bangkok Airport for Indian Passport Holder

Please let me share, Urgent
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For Indian passport holders transiting through Bangkok Airport (Suvarnabhumi), a transit visa is not required if you remain in the transit area and do not pass through immigration. However, if you need to change flights and go through passport control, you will need to apply for a visa in advance at a Thai embassy. Additionally, travelers should be aware of COVID-19 related requirements, which may include health certificates and travel insurance. It is advised to verify details with your airline and check any recent updates from the Thai authorities.
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James ********
James ********
What is your real destination?

Bangkok or ???
James ********
James ********
@Afroz ******
that is what I can find...

Again...ask your airline.

It does not appear to be an easy process as pre COVID.
Dr-Afroz *******
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@James *******
thanks a lot, such a valuable information
James ********
James ********
Guidelines for International Flights with Transit/Transfer Passengers at Suvarnabhumi International Airport

(Effective from 1 Mar 2021)

According to the Notification of the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand on Conditions for Aircraft Permission to Enter Thailand (No. 5), for aircraft operating the international flight with transit/transfer passengers, which has come into force from 1 March B.E. 2564 (2021), in conformance with the resolution of the meeting of the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) No.
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on 22 February B.E. 2564 (2021), the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) hereby issues the following guidelines:

International flights with transit/transfer passengers shall be permitted only at Suvarnabhumi International Airport;

Each passenger shall possess the complete set of the relevant documents which are:

Fit to fly health certificate;

Medical certificate with a laboratory result indicating that COVID-19 is not detected (done by RT-PCR technique and issued no more than 72 hours before travelling);

Travel health insurance (worldwide or including Thailand) covering health care and treatment expenses for COVID-19 disease, or any other guarantee throughout their stay in the Kingdom, with a coverage of no less than 100,000 USD;

Before the issuance of boarding pass, the document verification shall be done by the air operator. If any document is found incorrect or incomplete after the verification process, boarding pass shall not be issued to such passenger;

Each passenger shall not go outside the specified area (Concourse E) and shall proceed through the “Sealed Route” as detailed below:

(a). Each passenger shall disembark via Gate E10, go through security screening process and board the aircraft via Gate E9 or get in the separated shuttle bus to board the aircraft at the remote parking stand;

(b). If the demand exceeds the existing capacity, there will be additional operations available at Gate E5, E7 and E8 which shall apply the same conditions as stated in 3. (a);

(c). For aircraft making technical landing, follows the conditions stated in 3. (a) or (b);

In case that Concourse Eis under construction or maintenance condition, Concourse F shall be used under the following procedures:

(d). Each passenger shall disembark via Gate F6, go through security screening process and board the aircraft via Gate F5 or get in the separated shuttle bus to board the aircraft at the remote parking stand;

(e). If the demand exceeds the existing capacity, there will be additional operations available at Gate F1, F2, F3 and F4 which shall apply the same conditions as stated in 3. (d);

(f). For aircraft making technical landing, follows the conditions stated in 3. (d) or (e);

Physical distancing shall be managed by preparing space in the waiting areas for transit/transfer operations. Each passenger and personnel shall wear mask at all times except for necessary or emergency situation, and there shall be hand sanitizer containing at least 70% alcohol sufficiently provided;

Personnel working in the waiting areas for transit/transfer operations shall wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Food and beverage service in the waiting area shall be organized in a proportion of specific functional area. Active oversight shall be conducted consistently during area utilization in order to keep the operations safe and effective;

Cleaning and disinfection shall be applied to areas and equipment regularly according to the Ministry of Public Health standards;

The time period of each Transit/Transfer operation shall not exceed 12 hours. If any irregularities happened and extended the waiting period to more than 12 hours, the airline staff shall manage to carry the passengers by bus to wait at Gate D3 and D4;

There shall be no COVID-19 screening or laboratory service at the Transit/Transfer area in the airport;

If any ill or suspected to be affected from COVID-19 traveller is detected, such air operator shall hold full responsibility;

Avoid the port of embarkation where the prevalence rate of COVID-19 is at high risk, according to the risk level officially categorized by the Ministry of Public Health;

Air operators shall submit transit/transfer operation plans to the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) and Airside Operations Control Center (AOCC) at Suvarnabhumi Airport no later than 24 hours before the flight.
James ********
James ********
From CAAT Civil Aeronautics Admin Thailand

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@Afroz ******
International passengers can transit Surnavbahumi Airport, Bangkok. If your travel to Thailand includes a transit in a non-approved country or territory, your transit in Bangkok must not exceed 12 hours. You must also not pass immigration control. Otherwise, you won't be exempt from the quarantine scheme.Jan 11, 2022
Dr-Afroz *******
Dr-Afroz *******
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James ********
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@Afroz ******
I read this...but COVID may have changed process...

Re: Transit visa for Indian citizen? If you're transiting airside at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) with both the inbound and outbound flights on the same ticket you won't need any form of visa. So as a backup you could carry the means for a VOA though it will unlikely be required.
James ********
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@Afroz ******
suggest you look at Singapore for transit
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@James *******
it need to transfer and transfer not allowed
Dr-Afroz *******
Dr-Afroz *******
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@James *******
I have seen transit available but no connecting flights available with single PNR
James ********
James ********
@Afroz ******
flying from?
Dr-Afroz *******
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James ********
James ********
@Afroz ******
ask your Thai Embassy and airline
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@James *******
From Taipei to India via Bangkok
Ellie *******
Ellie *******
Off rail info.

If you have to through passport control in Bangkok to change the flights, you also need to go through the requirement to enter Thailand including PCR test, quarantine stay, etc. You sound like needing a bit more homework for your trip.
Robert *******
Robert *******
You're in Taiwan and want to transit through Bangkok airport.

If you stay inside the transit area, no passing Immigration to visit Bangkok, there is no visa and Thailand pass needed.

IF you like to pass Immigration you need a visa and you have to apply at the Thai Embassy in Taiwan.

Other regulations due to Covid are known by the airline company you book with.
Jayanta ********
Jayanta ********
There is no transit visa system in Bkk. If you do not leave the airport to catch your connecting international flight, then you don't need a visa.
Ellie *******
Ellie *******
@Jayanta *******
Thailand has a visa named Transit visa separately from Tourist visa.
Dr-Afroz *******
Dr-Afroz *******
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@Jayanta *******
there is no connecting flights. I force myself to book two PNR tickets Via Bangkok. In this case, I need a Transit visa to change flights, regarding this situation what update
Ellie *******
Ellie *******
@Afroz ******
You also need to check this site including FAQ page.

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Ellie *******
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@Jayanta *******
Transit Visa is available. Or what do you mean "that option"?
Jayanta ********
Jayanta ********
@Ellie ******
is that option available in the present situation?
Robert *******
Robert *******
There are no changes in requirements to get a visa due to covid.

Please contact VFS in India to apply for a visa and make sure you have the Thailand pass.

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