Archive · 10 Sep 2026
Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stay for Indian Tourists to 30 Days
Thailand has changed how long Indian tourists can visit without a visa.
They can now stay for up to 30 days instead of 60 days.
The same rule applies to travelers from 59 countries.
Thailand said the change relates to security, the economy and tourism.
India is one of the largest groups of tourists visiting Thailand.
The Indian Embassy told travelers to carry enough cash and a passport valid for at least six months.
Travelers must also complete an online arrival card before going.
People visiting for work or traveling onward must bring the correct documents.
Thailand reduced visa-free stays for Indian tourists from 60 days to 30 days.
The new 30-day limit applies to visitors from 59 countries, including India.
Thailand’s interior ministry cited national security, economic conditions and tourism promotion.
The Indian Embassy advised travelers to carry passports valid for at least six months and 20,000 baht in cash.
Visitors must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card 72 hours before travel and carry confirmed travel documents.
- Who
- Indian tourists and visitors from 59 countries are affected; Thailand’s Ministry of Interior announced the change, and the Embassy of India in Thailand issued travel guidance.
- What
- Thailand reduced the visa-free stay for Indian tourists from 60 days to 30 days.
- When
- The new rules were announced on August 31; travelers must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card 72 hours before arrival.
- Where
- Thailand.
- Why
- Thailand’s Ministry of Interior cited national security, economic conditions and the promotion of tourism.
- New visa-free period
- 30 days
- Previous visa-free period
- 60 days
- Countries covered
- 59 countries, including India
- Cash advised
- At least 20,000 Thai baht per person
- Passport requirement
- At least six months of validity
- Arrival card deadline
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card must be completed 72 hours before travel
- Additional documents
- Confirmed return tickets, hotel bookings and travel plans