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

06 July 2025 ยท Europe Permit

  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธ The Indian Embassy in Bangkok will directly handle visa and passport services from July 1, 2025, ending VFS Globalโ€™s role.

  • ๐Ÿ“… All new applications from July onwards must go directly through the embassyโ€™s consular wing.

  • ๐Ÿ’ป The embassy will launch a new online appointment system to manage visits and submissions.

  • ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Applicants must book an appointment in advance โ€” no more third-party scheduling.

  • ๐Ÿงพ Visa fees and passport charges will remain unchanged, ensuring clarity and fairness.

  • ๐Ÿ‘ค Biometric data will now be collected directly by the embassy, improving processing speed and security.

  • ๐Ÿ•’ The new system aims to offer faster turnaround times with fewer intermediaries.

  • ๐Ÿ“ Submissions will happen at designated counters within the embassy, not external offices.

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

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

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