The Thailand Embassy in New Delhi announced that Indian passport holders can apply for an e-visa starting January 1, 2025. Applicants will need to pay the visa fee through offline payment methods, according to the embassy’s statement, as reported by ANI.
The 60-day visa exemption for tourism and short business trips will continue until further notice, the embassy confirmed. It added, “Applicants must pay a visa fee, and details on offline payment options will be provided by the Embassy and Consulate-Generals. Please note that visa fees are non-refundable under all circumstances.”
More information on the e-visa system will be shared soon. Currently, Indian travelers can also use the visa-on-arrival option when visiting Thailand.
Thailand Offers Debt Relief for 1.9 Million Borrowers Amid Rising Household Debt
The Thai government, led by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has introduced new debt relief measures to support citizens. The initiative targets 1.9 million borrowers with a combined debt of 890 billion baht ($26 billion) from housing, auto loans, and small business financing.
Borrowers will get a three-year break from interest payments. Officials from the Finance Ministry and Bank of Thailand said, “Reduced principal payments will also be offered to help ease the debt burden.”
