Thailand is a perfect blend of history and culture at almost every turn. The country has much to offer with its gleaming Buddhist temples, white-sand beaches, jungles, ancient ruins, and world-adored Thai food. Meditation retreats, religious festivals, underground cave shrines, and hilltop temples make it the ultimate getaway for all kinds of travellers.

While discovering Thailand, remember to opt for travel insurance. Travel insurance for Thailand protects you against medical and non-medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and lost luggage, ensuring a worry-free journey for business or leisure.

No, travel insurance is not mandatory for Indians travelling to Thailand. However, unlike your travel expenses, travel insurance is cheap and will protect you against all odds!

A $50,000 Thailand Travel insurance plan from India for 4 days - 1 adult starts from ₹395 (excluding GST).

Thailand is the perfect getaway for people who want to experience Southeast Asia, which is considered the hub of Asia’s Tourism Industry. It offers foreigners the opportunity to enjoy its striking natural beauty, warm beaches, beautiful mountain regions, energetic cities, distinctive culture, friendly locals, and delicious food, all of which provide unique experiences many will not find in the West.

For Indian nationals, obtaining a Thailand visa is often referred to as a necessary first step. With this visa, you may travel across Thailand. Multiple types of visas apply to Thailand and cater to the different needs of foreign visitors. You can apply for the kind according to the duration and purpose of your required stay.

Visa-Free Entry for Indian Tourists - In November 2023, Thailand announced it would grant Indians visa-free entry for six months until 10 May 2024. The Tourism Authority of Thailand has now announced an extension to the facility, allowing visa-free entry to Indians for six extra months until 11 November 2024.

The visa fee is 2,000 THB for a single entry and must be paid in cash only. The Visa-on-Arrival application process is very straightforward and can be accomplished quickly upon arrival in Thailand.

Tourist Visa through the Thai Embassy-If you need a tourist visa for up to 60 days, you need to apply in Advance at the Royal Thai Embassy.

Whilst comparing travel quotes from different travel insurances for Thailand, make sure you are aware of the following:

• The benefits available and the limit of the Sum Insured for each. For example, in Thailand, you’ll need at least 30$ a day for a financial emergency. Hence, it’s important to see how much your travel insurance plan will cover in case of any financial emergency. The same goes for medical and other emergencies. Make sure the plan ensures you meet Thailand’s standards.
• Terms of claims. The terms can often be tricky and very rare, meaning that despite the benefit, you’ll never really be able to claim it.
• The claims process by checking the company’s previous claim records. After all, that’s the whole point of insurance.

• Baggage Delays in Transit Become Easier to Deal with - You may experience baggage delays in transit while travelling to a foreign land. Our travel insurance policy will help cover the financial losses during such times.
• Get Coverage for Hospitalisation - If you experience health complications requiring hospitalisation, the high sum insured offered by Digit will ensure that treatment costs, room rent, etc., are sufficiently covered.
• Get Emergency Trip Extension - If you need to lengthen your stay due to an emergency during your trip, we will reimburse the cost of hotel extensions and return flight rescheduling. The emergency could be a natural calamity in your travel area or an emergency hospitalisation.
• Receive Personal Liability and Bail Bond - It covers you for any amount that you pay to a third-party or the legal expenses incurred, due to an accident or damage during your trip.
• Compensation for Missed Connection - If you miss a connection because of a delay in your previous connection due to the reasons specified in your policy, we'll cover your extra travel and accommodation expenses.
• Loss of Passport - If you lose your passport or it is stolen, expenses related to its re-issuance would be covered under Digit’s international travel insurance policy.

Disclaimer: Your policy is subject to the terms and conditions mentioned in your policy schedule and the policy wording. It is important that you thoroughly review these documents before making any decisions.

Land of Smiles, Spirituality and Tranquility, Thailand is famous for its pleasant and polite locals, diverse and stunning temples and of course, the beautiful white sand beaches; Thailand has been a popular tourist destination for both Indian tourists and foreigners alike.

Flight tickets are so cheap, making for a quick holiday for anyone looking to take some time off. Whether you’re going there for a spiritual retreat, wander off the beaches and experience the underwater life or are just going there for your bachelorette or a massive shopping spree, there’s a lot Thailand has to offer for backpackers, solo travellers, families, couples and even a group of friends!

Like the weather in most cities of India, Thailand’s weather varies throughout the year, with Summer, Monsoons, and Winter as its primary seasons.

The best time to visit Thailand would probably be between October to February, since it won’t be too hot and there won't be the heavy rains to ruin your beach and adventure sports experiences either.

Thailand is a fairly safe country. However, owing to its large influx of tourists, you need to be wary of a couple of travel scams and petty crimes.

• Avoid the tuk-tuk drivers in Bangkok, especially if they’re being over-friendly or too pushy.
• Similarly, don’t believe anyone who says they’ll take you to the Lucky Buddha Temple in Bangkok. That is a tourist scam in Thailand, usually by tuk-tuk drivers and scam tour guides- who will probably lure you into buying fake gems later.
• If you’re renting a scooter to ride around on, be very careful (and please wear a helmet).
• If you’re going out drinking, be sure who makes your drinks and be especially careful in tourist-heavy spots. There are many travel scams of foreigners being drugged and robbed at bars and clubs.
• If you’re considering putting together a vlog or travel video using your drone, be careful. There are several restrictions in specific areas on flying drones, and you may need permission from the necessary authorities.
• Avoid red light areas, and even if you’re going there, do not take photos (it’s prohibited in most areas) and stay cautious of pickpockets and misleading Thai massages.
• Don’t litter anywhere. There’s a cost for it, especially on the beach! If you’re found littering, authorities in Thailand could fine you between 2000 THB to 100,000 THB (INR 4000 to 2 lakhs!), or you could even face some time in prison!
• Smoking is banned on many beaches and public areas, so be careful! Additionally, Electronic cigarettes/vaping have been banned in Thailand since 2014.