Applying for a Thailand eVisa from India is straightforward — but the process has several steps that trip people up if they’re not prepared. This step-by-step guide walks you through the entire application on the official portal, from creating your account to receiving approval. Whether you’re applying for yourself or on behalf of clients as a travel agent, follow each step exactly to avoid delays.

Before You Start: What You Need Ready

Don’t begin your application until you have all of these ready:

Passport with at least 6 months validity from your travel date
Passport-size photo saved as a JPG file (not PDF)
Scanned passport bio page as a JPG file (not PDF)
Confirmed hotel booking for the full stay
Confirmed return flight tickets
Bank statement for the last 3 months (showing minimum ₹70,000 balance)
Aadhaar card or address proof
Valid email address

File size must be under 2MB for each upload. The #1 reason applications fail is uploading PDFs — the portal only accepts JPG for photos and passport copies.

Step 1: Visit the Official Thailand eVisa Portal

Go to thaievisa.go.th — this is the only official portal. Avoid third-party websites charging extra fees for “faster processing” — they use the same portal and the processing time is identical.

Step 2: Create Your Account

Enter your email address
Create a secure password
Verify your email via the link sent to your inbox
Log in with your new credentials

Travel agents: You can use one account to manage multiple applications. Keep a record of each client’s application reference number.

Step 3: Start a New Application

Click “New Application”
Select Visa Type: Tourist Visa (TR)
Select Single Entry or Multiple Entry
Select your nearest Thai Embassy/Consulate:
- Royal Thai Embassy, New Delhi (covers North India)
- Royal Thai Consulate-General, Mumbai (Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat)
- Royal Thai Consulate-General, Chennai (South India)
- Royal Thai Consulate-General, Kolkata (East India)

Step 4: Fill in Personal Details

Enter all information exactly as it appears in your passport:

Full name (as on passport)
Date of birth, nationality, passport number
Passport issue and expiry dates
Current address in India
Occupation and employer details

Step 5: Enter Travel Details

Intended date of arrival in Thailand
Intended date of departure
Port of entry (usually Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok)
Accommodation address in Thailand (must match hotel booking)

Step 6: Upload Documents

Passport bio page: JPG, under 2MB
Photograph: JPG, white background, under 2MB
Bank statement: PDF accepted
Hotel booking: PDF accepted
Flight tickets: PDF accepted

If a file is over 2MB, compress it using ilovepdf.com or tinyjpg.com before uploading.

Step 7: Review and Submit

Before submitting: review every page, confirm all uploaded files are readable, check that travel dates match your flight and hotel bookings exactly. Click “Submit” and save your application reference number.

Step 8: Pay the Visa Fee

Wait for a payment notification email from the embassy before paying. Fees: Single Entry ₹3,000 | Multiple Entry ₹13,500. Payment methods vary by embassy — follow the specific instructions in your payment notification.

Step 9: Wait for Approval

Processing takes 3–10 working days. Check your spam folder daily. Do not make non-refundable bookings until you have approval in hand.

Step 10: Complete the TDAC Before Travel

Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before departure at tdac.immigration.go.th. Free and mandatory for all travelers. Print your visa approval and carry the TDAC QR code to immigration.

For Travel Agents: Managing Multiple Applications

Create separate application records for each client
Verify each client’s embassy jurisdiction before starting
Maintain a tracking sheet with reference numbers and expected approval dates
Brief every client on the TDAC requirement separately
Apply at least 4 weeks before travel, 6 weeks during Oct–Feb peak season

Partner with Vismora — we handle Thailand visa applications on your behalf so you can focus on sales and customer experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for Thailand eVisa at the last minute?

Technically yes, but processing can take up to 10 working days. Apply at least 4 weeks before travel.

What happens if my application is rejected?

You can reapply, but the visa fee is non-refundable. Review the rejection reason carefully before reapplying.

Can a travel agent apply on behalf of a client?

Yes. Travel agents can submit applications on behalf of clients using the portal.

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