Hello group members,

Need some advice regarding land border entry for tourism.

Nationality: Indian, eligible for 60 day visa free entry

1. Planning to fly in to BKK, travel to the north for 7 days (Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai) , cross-over to Laos, and take the boat to Luang Prabang, and spend 10 days in Laos.

2. Cross over to Thailand via Nong Khai border (avail visa free entry), travel Nong Khai to BKK , then take the bus from BKK to Siem Reap (Cambodia).

3. Stay in Cambodia for 10 days, crossover again to Thailand from Aranyaprathet, and fly back to India.

Key questions:

1. Is the visa free entry scheme for Indian citizens valid for these 2 border crossings- Nong Khai and Aranyaprathet. I have seen reports of some Indians being denied entry at Nong Khai and asked to fly from Vientiene to Bangkok instead.

2. Is there any restriction on the number of times a person can avail the visa free entry scheme, (i will be entering Thailand 3 times within a period of 30 days, before finally flying back to India)

3. Am i expected face any additional scrutiny or entry denial on account of my nationality, vs say a person from a first world country?

Kindly provide your inputs.

Warm Regards

Shivam S

Hello Everyone,

Good day!

I have a quick question regarding the visa exemption scheme for Indian and Kazakhstani nationals, which, as far as we know, is valid until November 11th. There's quite a bit of confusion surrounding this topic. I've even tried reaching out to the Tourism Authority of Thailand in New Delhi, but unfortunately, clarity seems hard to come by. I'm currently looking at two articles with differing information and am unsure which one to rely on.

One of the articles from Thai Embassy New Delhi says- The scheme is valid until Nov 11th 2024:

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Though they don't have any recent update on their site

Other article from Tourism authority of Thailand, New Delhi states: [members only]

Any insights would be appreciated!

Hi, my husband and I are travelling to Thailand from India on 1st to 7th Oct. Pls guide on visa requirements we are confused. What all documents do we need to carry for smooth travel.

I am currently in Thailand on a 60-day tourist visa, issued as an Indian national with a visa sticker. I would like to inquire about the process for extending my stay. I have been informed that a 30-day extension is possible; however, I have also heard that in some cases, only a 7-day extension may be granted.

Could you kindly provide guidance on how I can apply for a 30-day extension of my current visa? Additionally, I would appreciate any advice on whether it is possible to obtain a new 60-day tourist visa from within Thailand, or if I would need to exit the country to apply for a new visa.

Thank you in advance for your assistance. I look forward to your response.

Guys, I want to stay in thai for 2 months. 1 month currently is free for Indians. 1 more month - can I renew in immigration or go to Laos and come back?

Or do I need to apply a 2 month visa from Delhi only?

I am an INDIAN national.

Thanks :)

I am an Indian, currently residing in US, and planning to visit Thailand in April. I know Indians have a 30-day visa exemption currently. I want to know can that be extended? If I want to be there for 37 days, what should I do? Request immigration officer?

Also, I will be staying in a monastery for 30 days. Do I need to book return ticket in advance of 30 days from the date of arrival in Thailand? Also, do I need to show the immigration officer anything about my stay?

Your advice is greatly appreciated 🙏

I am here for info regarding travel visa on arrival from India.

I bought flexifare ticket which is reschedulable. I am a first timer on International travel. To get visa, confirmed return ticket within 15 days of arrival needs to be shown.

Can my flexifare ticket be a cause of rejection?

Dear all,

Had to book air ticket (DEL-BKK-DEL) for some urgent works & meet.. as JULY 25, landing in Thailand & flying back on AUGUST 13.

So it’s 5 days extra as I understand for now we (Indian national) can have VOA valid for 15 days only.

So would like to request to please guide 🙏🏼🙏🏼 for this as:

Q1. As staying for 5 extra days…

I’m aware that I should be paying ฿500/ day as fine totalling ฿2500

&

Q2. Does VOA office need to see ticket within 15 days OR I hope they do allow as it’s 20 day ticket already. Provided i’m ready to pay the fine as per rules.

TIA 🙏🏼

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