Indian passport holders travelling to Thailand should double-check their paperwork before boarding. The Embassy of India has issued a fresh travel advisory reminding visitors to carry the right documents and meet entry requirements to avoid delays at immigration.
The advisory comes as Thailand continues to attract large numbers of Indian tourists under its visa-friendly entry policies. With direct flights operating from cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Ahmedabad, Thailand remains one of the easiest international getaways for Indian travellers. That also means immigration officers are paying closer attention to documentation.
What Indian Travellers Should Carry
As per the advisory issued by the Embassy of India, before flying to Thailand, all Indian visitors should ensure they have:
- A passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival.
- Confirmed return or onward flight tickets.
- Confirmed hotel bookings.
- A clear travel itinerary.
- A completed Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), which must be submitted within 72 hours before arrival.
- The appropriate visa, where required, based on the purpose of travel.
- At least THB 20,000 in cash per passenger if entering under Thailand’s visa waiver or Visa on Arrival provisions.
- All supporting documents readily available for inspection at the immigration counter.
Extra Advice for Groups and Transit Passengers
The Indian Embassy has also warned that travellers arriving in groups should not rely on one person carrying everyone’s documents. Each traveller should keep their own passport, bookings, tickets and supporting papers.