Indian Visa for Thai Citizens

Getting an Indian Visa from Thailand

India has a range of visa types to pick from, each of which is designed to suit different purposes and comes with their own set of requirements and advantages. If you’re looking to visit as a tourist, gain employment, study, or receive medical treatment, there’s an Indian visa just for your situation.

Indian Transit Visa

The Indian Transit Visa is issued for changing flights or traveling to another country. It is important to note that it should not be misused for work or business purposes. This visa allows you to remain in India for a maximum of 3 days while you await transportation or transit to a different departure point.

Indian Tourist Visa

The Indian Tourist Visa is issued for tourism purposes only and is non-extendable. It also can not be converted to another type of Indian visa. This visa allows you to remain in India for 3 months on a single-entry visa, or 180 days total on a multiple-entry visa that lasts 1, 2, or 5 years.

Indian Business Visa

The Indian Business Visa is issued to those who wish to establish or explore possibilities for setting up a business venture or selling/purchasing industrial products in India. This visa comes with a validity of 1 or 5 years.

Indian Employment Visa

The Indian Employment Visa is issued to those who wish to enter India for remunerative employment or intra-company transfers in the company. This visa comes with a validity of 1 year and is renewable for a total period of 5 years.

Indian Student Visa

The Indian Student Visa is issued to those who are pursuing their undergraduate, master's, or other higher educational studies in recognized universities or institutions in India. This visa can be issued for the duration of the course with the maximum period being 5 years.

Indian Journalist Visa

The Indian Journalist Visa is issued to all journalists such as:

• Photographers
• Producers and directors (other than commercial films)
• Travel writers
• Representatives of a radio or television organization
• Travel promotion photographers

All of the above are required to apply for an Indian Journalist Visa even if the reason for visiting India is not for journalism. This visa allows you to remain in India for up to 3 months.

Indian Medical Visa

The Indian Medical Visa is issued to those whose sole objective is to visit India for medical treatment in established hospitals or treatment centers for serious ailments. This visa allows you to remain in India for up to 60 days.

Indian Medical Attendant Visa

The Medical Attendant Visa is issued to the attendant or family members of an Indian Medical Visa holder. This visa also allows you to remain in India for up to 60 days.

Indian Conference Visa

The Indian Conference Visa is issued to those who intend to visit India to attend a conference, seminar, or workshop. This visa allows you to stay in India for up to 30 days.

Indian Entry Visa

The Indian Entry Visa is issued to persons of Indian origin, dependents of Indian Employment Visa holders, and foreign nationals who are married to Indian citizens/OCI/PIO card holders and their children. This visa allows you to stay in India for a period of 6 months to up to 5 years depending on the purpose of stay and your status.

General Indian Visa Requirements

The documents you will be required to provide will vary depending on which visa you are applying for. However, below is a general list of the documents you will need to provide when applying for an Indian visa:

• A passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining from the intended date of entry into India with 2 blank pages.
• A scan of the passport biometric page
• 2 passport photos
• A completed and signed Indian visa application form
• An onward airline ticket
• Proof of financial funds to support your stay in India

Contact Siam Legal

If you are looking to travel to India, whether it be for tourism, work, or medical treatments, retain the services of Siam Legal International. We are a full-service law firm and visa consultancy in Thailand with over 20 years of experience in helping clients from all around the world secure their journeys to major destinations around the world.

With our guidance, you will have answers to all your questions and enjoy professional assistance with gathering, preparing, and submitting all the necessary documents. Our foreign visa team will maximize your chances of approval and ensure your experience with the application process is as smooth and stress-free as possible, so you can focus on planning your trip to India.

Our services include:

• A consultation with our Foreign Visa Immigration Specialist to determine your eligibility and required documents.
• A comprehensive checklist of all the required documents.
• A professional and precise review of your visa application to ensure that nothing is missing and there are no errors that could cause delays or a rejection.
• Submission of your visa application to the proper government agencies.

Should you have any further questions regarding Indian visas, do not hesitate to contact Siam Legal.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Indian Visa

How long does an India visa take to process?

The processing for an Indian visa typically takes 3 days after receipt of your visa application for most types. However, the processing times may vary depending on the type of Indian visa you are applying for and your nationality. Because of this, you are advised to start the application process early.

Do I need to provide a detailed itinerary for my entire stay in India?

A day-to-day itinerary is not mandatory when applying for an Indian visa. Even so, it is advised that you provide at least a general plan with details of your confirmed flight and accommodation details, as it will demonstrate that you are a legitimate traveler and ensure a smoother application process.

What do I do if I made a mistake in my Indian visa application?

You should contact the embassy or consulate you applied at immediately. Even if the mistake is small, it is possible that your application will get rejected for it.