India Visa Information - Thailand - Tourist Visa Document Checklist

	Acceptance of applications by VFS does not guarantee the issue of visa.
	Embassy reserves the right to decline a visa in case it deems appropriate to do so.
	Stipulation of duration and type of visa is at the discretion of the embassy of India.
	Visa for India is effective from the date of issue and not from the future date to match applicant’s itinerary.
	The gap of two months between two visits would apply to all Multiple Entry Tourist Visa. However if any application require to visit Indian again within a period of 2 months of his/her last departure, he/she has to obtain special permission from the Head of Mission. To acquire the permission the applicant should furnish the undertaking mentioning the purpose of his/her visit and also that he/she is not engaged in Business activities, nor in Employment or pursuing studies/research etc. The gap of one month is mandatory while applying for fresh visa upon expiry of previous visa.
	Embassy of India, Bangkok will normally issue Tourist visas for Double Entry valid for 6 months. This is applicable for both Thai and Non Thai Nationals. Embassy of India, Bangkok will normally issue Tourist Visas for Single Entry with 3 Months validity to Pakistan passport holder, Pakistan Origin and Chinese passport holder.
	Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) may see the Advisory here.

To avoid delays when lodging the visa application should include the following:

	Only Online Visa Application Forms are accepted. Please note that handwritten or typed forms are no longer accepted. Incomplete visa forms/insufficient/false documents may result in visa rejection or possible delay.
	Additional Online Applications should be downloaded and filled in by Nationals of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and applicants of Pakistan origin as applicable.
	Correct visa fee.
	2 recent passport size color photographs with light background.
	The Passport should have a minimum validity of 6 months on the date of application with at least two blank pages. Tampered or damaged passports are not accepted.
	2 sets of photocopies of the data page of the passport (passport page with photo/ extension of validity/ endorsement if applicable)
	Previous passport (if any)
	Copy of Work Permit/ Resident Permit (If any, only for non Thai nationals)
	Authority letter in English along with the representative’s ID card copy if applicant can not come personally.
	Copy of TAZKARA (Afghanistan passport holder)
	Any other supporting documents.

This is not intended to be a complete list of documents that may be needed. Embassy officer reserves the right to ask for additional documents post submission of application.

VISA APPLYING
PROCESS

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Step 1

Check your purpose of travel

Once you decide your purpose of travel you should follow the steps below. You are advised to read through the application steps set out below before you make your visa application so that you are clear about the procedure and requirements.

Please ensure the duration requested covers your travel plans. Visa validity starts from the date it is issued so it is advised to plan your travel dates accordingly.

Step 2

Complete your Online Visa Online Application and prepare your documents

You should submit 1 visa application for each individual applying for a visa. Complete your Visa Online Application online and submit all the relevant documents. Please note that handwritten or typed forms are not accepted any more. Incomplete visa forms/insufficient/false documents may result in visa rejection or possible delay.. Please refer to the ABOUT YOUR VISAS menu for more details.

Step 3

Prepare your visa application fee

Please keep your visa fees and other payments ready before you proceed to the application centre.

Step 4

Visit the visa application centre

Please ensure you read the security regulation notices before you visit the visa application centre.

If you wish you may also courier your application to the Visa Application centre. Please refer to the menu additional services for further details

Step 5

Collect the decision on your visa application

You will need the original visa submission receipt to collect your documents. A nominated person can also collect your documents on your behalf after the visa is being processed. Your nominated person will need to provide an authorised letter signed by you and proper proof of their identity. If you prefer you can have your documents returned to you by courier service.
If you are issued a visa, you should ensure that:

	Your personal details are correct.
	it correctly states the purpose for which you want to come to the India, and
	it is valid for the date on which you want to travel.

If you think there is anything wrong with your visa, please contact the visa application centre immediately.