Thailand Visa-Free Entry for Indians & How to Extend Your Stay

Thailand now allows many Indian travelers to enter without a pre-arranged visa for tourism purposes. This page explains what visa-free entry means, the required Travel Card, how to extend your stay inside Thailand, and the services VisaTrip offers to help you during your trip.

What is Visa-Free Entry for Indian Travelers?

Visa-free entry means Indian passport holders can arrive in Thailand for tourism without applying for a visa beforehand. On arrival they receive a stay permit of 60 days. Travelers can extend that stay by an additional 30 days at an Immigration Office in Thailand, making a total possible stay of 90 days (60 + 30).

Note: Rules and exemptions may change. Always check official announcements and airline requirements before travel.

What is the Thailand Travel Card?

The Travel Card (or arrival form) is a required travel detail form that includes:

• Travel & passport details
• Hotel / accommodation details
• Return flight information

You can complete the Travel Card online before your flight or fill it at the airport prior to immigration. Many travelers prefer to complete it before departure to avoid delays at the airport.

Who needs VisaTrip services?

If you arrive visa-free and plan to extend your stay, convert your tourist stay to a long-term visa, or need local assistance (travel card help, re-entry permits, visa conversion), VisaTrip is focused on assisting Indian travelers already in Thailand. This audience is large — many travelers need help after arrival for extensions, conversions, or other in-country services.

How to Extend Your Stay in Thailand (30 Days Extra)

If you want to extend the 60-day allowance by 30 days, follow this simple process at a Thailand Immigration Office:

Documents Required

• Original passport (with current entry stamp)
• Travel Card / TM6 form or other arrival documentation
• Completed immigration extension form
• Passport-size photo
• Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or address)
• Payment for extension fee

Extension Fee

The standard immigration extension fee is typically 1,900 THB (non-refundable). Fees are set by Thai Immigration and may vary slightly by location or administrative updates.

Step-by-Step Extension Process

1. 1. Gather all required documents and copies.
   2. Visit the nearest Immigration Office (e.g., Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya).
   3. Take a queue token and submit documents at the counter.
   4. Pay the extension fee and provide biometric or stamp as required.

1. Collect your passport with the new 30-day extension stamp.

Typical waiting time at immigration can be from 20 minutes to a few hours depending on the office and season.

Options After Extension (Visa Conversion & Long-term Stay)

Once you have the extension, you can consider converting your status if you want to remain longer or change purpose of stay. Common conversions include:

• Tourist → Education (ED) Visa — for language or approved study programs
• Tourist → Work Visa — with employer sponsorship and work permit
• Tourist → Business Visa — for company-related visits or meetings
• Re-Entry Permit — if you plan to travel outside Thailand and return

How VisaTrip Helps You in Thailand

VisaTrip focuses on assisting Indian travelers who arrive visa-free and later need local visa services. Our core services include:

• Travel Card assistance and guidance
• Fast 30-day extension support at Immigration Offices
• Visa conversion support (ED, Work, Business)
• Re-entry permit processing
• Hotel & flight bookings, travel insurance
• Clear guidance via WhatsApp for quick responses

Overstay Rules & Penalties

Do not overstay — penalties can be severe. Common rules include:

• Penalty around 500 THB per day for overstay
• Maximum fines and possible deportation or blacklisting for long overstay

Practical Tips for Indian Travelers

• Complete the Travel Card before boarding if possible to save time at arrival.
• Keep scanned copies of passport, TM6/travel card, and booking confirmations.
• Maintain stable bank balance if planning visa conversions (banks may be asked for proof).
• Contact VisaTrip on WhatsApp for step-by-step local support and fast document checks.

Quick Help: If you are already in Thailand and need urgent help with extension or visa conversion — Chat with VisaTrip on WhatsApp.

Final Words

Thailand’s visa-free entry option is convenient for short-term travel. For many Indian visitors, the best step after arrival is to plan the extension or conversion carefully — that is where VisaTrip’s local expertise helps most. Whether you need a quick 30-day extension or a full visa conversion, VisaTrip provides reliable help, genuine guidance, and real-time support.

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