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Thailand to Introduce E-Visa Facility for Indian Passport Holders from January 2025

Thailand's embassy in New Delhi has announced the launch of an e-visa service for Indian citizens starting January 1, 2025, with offline payment options available 

11-12-2024
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Thailand's embassy in New Delhi has announced that Indian passport holders will be able to apply for an e-visa starting January 1, 2025. This new facility will allow visa applicants to pay offline. The embassy confirmed that the 60-day visa exemption for tourism and short business visits for Indian ordinary passport holders will remain in effect until further notice.

Applicants will be provided details on the offline payment options by the respective embassy and consulates, with the reminder that visa fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.

Further details on the e-Visa process will be shared soon. Thailand has also been offering a visa-on-arrival option for Indian travelers.

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