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Will my Indian passport with less than six months validity cause problems for my trip to Thailand?

Dec 13, 2025
21 hours ago
Adventurou**********
ORIGINAL POSTER
My passport expires on the 6th of June 2026 and I'm planning to visit thailand on the 17th of December, will it be a problem since I don't have six months validity? I hold an Indian passport.. thank you.
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The user is concerned that their Indian passport, expiring on June 6, 2026, will not meet the six months validity requirement for traveling to Thailand on December 17, 2025. The community overwhelmingly advises that airlines typically do not allow boarding without six months of passport validity due to international travel regulations, which are enforced to avoid complications arising from unforeseen delays. Several users recommend renewing the passport before traveling to avoid potential issues with boarding.
Mark ******
Wont let you board the flight or will turn you around at immigration
Mauro *********
No problem with immigration because you will never take off with airplane 😁 , until you don't get new passport
Kenneth *******
I had same thing had only 4 mths so I got a new passport to be safe . Only cost $460 God dam it
Shaun *******
You’ll not be aloud on the plane ✈️ need 6 months or more
Baz *********
Yes, you may even be refused boarding the flight..

Get a new passport
Adventurou**********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Thank you all.. appreciate the help.
Braulio *********
IO will check to see if there are 6 months of validity on your passport
Jan ******************
@Braulio ********
Six months is formally not required for immigration but you’ll probably get denied boarding the plane.
Chris ********
6 mouths only....
Charmae *******
No they will NOT let U board in many countries

Emergency Buffer: Countries want to ensure you can stay and return home even if emergencies or unexpected delays occur.

Airline Policy: Airlines enforce this to avoid fines for flying passengers who will be denied entry.

What You Need to Do

Check Your Destination: Confirm the specific passport validity rules for every country you visit or transit through (e.g., Bali requires 6 months from your return date).

Contact Your Airline: Verify their policy, as some airlines have stricter rules than the destination country.

Check with Embassies: Consult the foreign embassy or consulate for your destination country.

Use Smartraveller: For Australian citizens, Smartraveller.gov.au (or your country's equivalent travel advisory) is a key resource for entry requirements.

Key Takeaway: Don't risk it! The 6-month rule is a common requirement for many popular destinations and airlines, and not having enough validity can strand you. Renew your passport before travel if it's close to expiring.
Lynnette *******
Airline may not let you board. You need 6 months.
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