Indian Embassy in Bangkok to Handle Visa and Passport Services Directly from July 2025

06 July 2025 · Europe Permit

  • 🏛️ The Indian Embassy in Bangkok will directly handle visa and passport services from July 1, 2025, ending VFS Global’s role.

  • 📅 All new applications from July onwards must go directly through the embassy’s consular wing.

  • 💻 The embassy will launch a new online appointment system to manage visits and submissions.

  • 🎟️ Applicants must book an appointment in advance — no more third-party scheduling.

  • 🧾 Visa fees and passport charges will remain unchanged, ensuring clarity and fairness.

  • 👤 Biometric data will now be collected directly by the embassy, improving processing speed and security.

  • 🕒 The new system aims to offer faster turnaround times with fewer intermediaries.

  • 📍 Submissions will happen at designated counters within the embassy, not external offices.

  • ❗ Walk-ins may be limited, so travelers should plan ahead and arrive with complete documents.

  • ✅ The embassy urges applicants to follow official guidelines, double-check documents, and arrive on time.

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