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People travel to find the exotic. Many westerners consider India to be exotic. So what do Indians find exotic?
As travel restrictions ease across the world, thousands of Indians are leaving India to enjoy the tropical weather, sunny beaches, and exquisite cuisine of Thailand. The exotic.
Thailand has recently announced new changes to its Thailand Pass system which will make entry to Thailand even easier. These changes take effect on June 1.
Indian citizens are lucky because they can enter Thailand for a holiday under Thailand’s Visa on Arrival scheme. Indian travelers can spend 15 days in Thailand without needing to apply for a visa beforehand. You can get a Visa on Arrival at the airport of arrival in Thailand.
If they want to spend longer on the islands, trekking through the jungle, and enjoying amazing street food, they are welcome to apply for a longer tourist visa at the local Thailand Embassy.
No matter how long you intend to stay in Thailand, there are a few things to be aware of when you plan your holiday.
Thailand is welcoming Indian travelers back to its shores, but they still need to protect their people and visitors alike. To help keep everyone safe, the Thai government introduced an online system called Thailand Pass.
What is Thailand Pass?
Thailand Pass is a free online registration system where Indians who travel to Thailand can provide some basic health information and be approved to visit the country. It confirms the vaccination status of travelers arriving in Thailand and ensures they have the necessary protection in case they are diagnosed with COVID while here.
You will be pleased to know there were big changes to the Thai Pass system from June 1st, 2022.
- Thai Pass approvals are now instant on submission.
- All mandatory quarantine periods have been removed.
- Unvaccinated travelers now have the option of completing an RT-PCR test or the faster Professional Antigen Test (Pro-ATK).
Let’s break down how Thailand Pass works so Indian travelers can plan their holidays.
Getting to Thailand
There are two ways an Indian visitor can register their entry to Thailand in Thailand Pass; by Air or by Land (through Malaysia/Laos).
Air entry is for those who will be arriving on a flight through an international airport.
Land entry is for visitors who are currently in a country that borders Thailand and seek to enter the country through a land border.
Vaccination Status
Thailand welcomes Indian travelers no matter their state of vaccination. They have eased their travel restrictions and try to make it easy for people to visit while keeping them safe.
Your vaccination status will determine what you need to provide when applying for a Thailand Pass.
Within the Thailand Pass system, Indian citizens will fall into one of two categories when they choose how to apply.
- Vaccinated
- Unvaccinated
The paperwork and process are a little different for each category, so have a close read to work out which works best for you.
Thailand Pass Requirements
Vaccinated:
Indians who are fully vaccinated no longer need to complete any mandatory quarantine when they arrive.
They will apply for a Thailand Pass and upload the required documents for approval. Once they arrive, vaccinated Indian holidaymakers are free to travel and stay anywhere in Thailand.
The documents a vaccinated Indian citizen needs when applying for a Thailand Pass are:
- Passport details
- A flight itinerary
- Travel insurance with COVID coverage
- Vaccination certificate
Unvaccinated:
Indian visitors who are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated have the option of entering the country without the mandatory quarantine.
Travelers will need to complete an RT-PCR or Pro-ATK test within 72 hours before departure from India and before they apply for a Thailand Pass. The result needs to be uploaded to the application for approval.
Indians who choose this method will be free to travel anywhere in Thailand on arrival.
The documents needed for this method of entry are:
- Passport details
- A flight itinerary
- Travel insurance with COVID coverage
- A pre-departure RT-PCR/Pro-ATK test result no older than 72 hours before traveling
Travel Insurance Requirement for Indian Travelers
Because foreign travelers are not eligible for free medical care in Thailand, the Thai government has included travel insurance with Covid cover as part of their entry requirements.
They understand no matter how hard we try to curb the spread of COVID, things can still go wrong and people can still test positive.
If a visitor tests positive for Covid, they need to quarantine or isolate until fully recovered. The standard of insurance cover ensures a foreign traveler is protected and can cover any medical costs or treatments that might accrue during their recovery.
To have your insurance approved in Thailand Pass, it must meet the following requirements:
- A minimum cover of $10,000 USD for medical expenses and treatment.
- It must specifically state that it covers COVID-related incidents.
- It must remain valid for the entire length of your stay in Thailand.
If your policy meets these requirements, it will be approved. However, if you would like a policy that is flexible and designed specifically to meet the standards set by Thai authorities, check out the AXA Sawasdee Thailand policy. As a trusted insurer in Thailand, this policy is guaranteed to be approved.
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Applying for your Thailand Pass
Now that you know what you need to apply for a Thailand Pass, let’s look at how you apply.
The first few steps are the same for every visitor.
- Go to the Thailand Pass web portal: https://tp.consular.go.th/
- Choose whether you will enter Thailand by Air or Land.
Now your vaccination and choice of entry scheme come into effect.
Vaccinated travelers:
- Input your personal details. This will include your country of departure, arriving flight number, and address of where you will stay on your first night.
- Upload your passport, flight itinerary, insurance policy, and vaccination certificate.
- Submit and receive a confirmation email after registration
- Check your email for the instant Thailand Pass approval.
Once approved, you will receive an email with your QR Entry Code and Thai Pass ID.
Unvaccinated travelers with RT-PCR test or Pro-ATK test:
- Input your personal details. This will include your country of departure, arriving flight number, and address of where you will stay on your first night.
- Upload your passport, flight itinerary, insurance policy, and RT-PCR/Pro-ATK test result.
- Submit and receive a confirmation email after registration
- Check your email for the instant Thailand Pass approval.
Once approved, you will receive an email with your QR Entry Code and Thai Pass ID.
Checking your Thailand Pass Status
“How do I know if my Thailand Pass has been approved?!”
We get asked this a lot, so it’s worth covering.
When you hit submit on your application, you will receive an email confirmation. You should then receive your approval and Thai Pass QR code in a second email.
If you do not receive your QR code within an hour, you can check the status of your application at: https://tp.consular.go.th/en/check-status
You will need your:
- Access code
- Passport Number
- Email address
Thailand Pass for Children
Family is important for Indians. Introducing children to foreign cultures helps them understand not only the world but also their own culture.
Kids can be a handful at home. Trying to travel to another country with health restrictions can be daunting, so Thailand Pass tries to make its entry as simple as possible. This is how Thailand Pass works for kids.
- Children under the age of 18 can be added to a parent’s application. They do not need a separate application. Once the Thailand Pass is approved, the parent and the child will receive their own QR code.
- Children under 18 will need to be covered by insurance. They can have their own policy or be included in a family policy. If you are getting a family policy, make sure all names are clearly stated.
- Children enter the country under the same scheme as their parents. If you are vaccinated and don’t need a test, your child does not need one. If you are doing an RT-PCR test, your child will complete a test as well.
That’s it! Visiting Thailand with your children is simple if done right.
Now you know how to complete your Thailand Pass application and have it approved.
It’s time to leave the exotic and discover the exotic. Long, warm beaches and Thai food are waiting for you.
Do Indian Citizens Need a Visa for Thailand?
Thailand Pass is not a visa or a permit to stay in Thailand. It is a permit to enter Thailand during the pandemic.
As mentioned above, Indian citizens may enter Thailand without a visa. They can enter under the Visa On Arrival program. Under the VOA program, Indian citizens may stay up to 15 days in Thailand. This 15-day permit can be issued at the airport of arrival for a fee of 2,000 THB and filling out the TM88 application form.
For Indian travelers who wish to stay in Thailand longer than 15 days or are entering Thailand for a different purpose other than tourism, they are required to apply for a proper Thai visa. They may apply one of the following visas:
- Tourist Visa (TR visa) for tourists who can stay up to 60 days
- Non-Immigrant B Visa for business or employment purposes
- Non-Immigrant O visa for Indian citizens married to a Thai or a parent of a Thai national
- Non-Immigrant O visa for retirees
- Non-Immigrant OA visa for retirees
- Non-Immigrant ED visa for students
To apply for a Thai visa, Indian citizens may visit: https://newdelhi.thaiembassy.org/
Royal Thai Embassy in India
To learn more about the different visa options or for more information on visa application, Indian passport holders may contact the Thai Embassy or Consulate.
Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi
Address: 56-N Nyaya Marg Chanakyapuri New Delhi 110021
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00 – 17:00 hrs. (except Embassy’s holidays)
Tel: +911124197200
Email: [email protected]
Indian Citizens Who Need to Book a Hotel for Thailand
Our recommendation for booking hotels in Thailand is to use Agoda.com
