Thailand TDAC & Entry Rules for Indians (2026)
Indians are one of Thailand's largest visitor groups. Since 15 September 2026, Indian passport holders get 30 days visa-free — and like every foreigner, must submit the free TDAC before arriving. Here's the full checklist, from Delhi or Mumbai to Bangkok and back.
Who this is for: Indian passport holders visiting Thailand for tourism.
Open the official TDAC form →tdac.immigration.go.th · Immigration Bureau of Thailand · FreeKeep this page open in another tab if you get stuck on a field.
Checklist for Indian travellers
Visa-free entry rules for Indians (2026)
From 15 September 2026, Thailand reduced visa-free stays for Indian passport holders from 60 to 30 days per entry, for tourism. Reported details:
- One 30-day extension at a Thai immigration office, for about THB 1,900.
- Business activities need a proper visa arranged in advance.
- Overland entries are reported to be limited to twice a year; air arrivals aren't capped.
- Longer stays: apply for a tourist visa or another category on the official Thailand e-Visa site.
Filling the TDAC as an Indian traveller
- Nationality: India. Country boarded from: India (or the country of your last flight, if connecting).
- Flight number: the flight that lands in Thailand, e.g. AI 332 or 6E 1053.
- Accommodation: copy the hotel address, district and postal code from your booking.
- Health declaration: list countries visited in the last 14 days — usually just India.
- Family trip: one person can submit for up to 10 travellers, kids included.
Full field-by-field TDAC guide →
Flying back to India: don't forget Air Suvidha
India currently requires the Air Suvidha 2.0 health declaration from every international arrival — including Indian citizens. File it up to 72 hours before you land in India, or you may be stopped after landing to fill it.
Air Suvidha form guide → · India arrival checker →
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a TDAC for Thailand?
Yes. All non-Thai nationals, including Indian passport holders, must submit the free TDAC within 3 days before arrival.
How long can Indians stay in Thailand visa-free?
From 15 September 2026, Indian passport holders get 30 days visa-free per entry for tourism, reduced from 60 days. Check the Thai e-Visa site or embassy before you travel.
Can Indians extend the 30-day visa-free stay?
Reports indicate one 30-day extension is available at a Thai immigration office for a fee of about THB 1,900. Confirm with Thai Immigration before relying on it.
What documents do Indians need to enter Thailand?
A passport valid for at least 6 months, a confirmed return or onward ticket within your permitted stay, accommodation details, proof of funds if asked, and the TDAC QR code.
Do I need Air Suvidha when flying back to India from Thailand?
Yes. Air Suvidha 2.0 is required for all international arrivals to India, including Indian citizens. You can fill it up to 72 hours before landing in India.
Is the TDAC the same as a Thai visa?
No. The TDAC is an arrival registration. Your permission to stay comes from visa-free entry or a visa.
Official sources
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card — official portal (tdac.immigration.go.th)
- Official TDAC FAQ — Immigration Bureau, Royal Thai Police
- Immigration Bureau of Thailand
- Thailand e-Visa — official site (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)