Thailand e-Visa Refused or Withdrawn: Fee Rules for Indians

The rules here are as published on the official sources, checked on 15 October 2026. Since 1 January 2025, every Thai visa for applicants in India is applied for online at thaievisa.go.th. For the full process, centres and documents, see our Thailand visa guide for Indians.

Does Thailand refund the e-Visa fee after a refusal?

No. The Embassy's checklists state that visa fees are non-refundable in all circumstances. A refusal is one of those circumstances, so the fee stays with the mission whatever the outcome.

The Embassy also reminds applicants that additional documents or an interview may be requested. If that happens, respond fully and on time, because the fee is already committed. Thailand publishes no official visa refusal statistics, so there is no official rate to judge your odds by.

What happens if you withdraw the application yourself?

The fee is lost as well. The Embassy names this case explicitly: fees are non-refundable "including when an e-Visa application is withdrawn".

You might consider withdrawing if you spot a mistake after paying, such as the wrong visa category or the wrong mission. Withdrawing and filing again means paying twice. If you file through a visa processing company, travel agent or other representative, note that the Embassy says it is not responsible for incomplete applications filed by representatives.

How much is at stake for each visa type?

These are the fees in force at the Royal Thai Embassy and all Consulates-General in India since 27 April 2026. None is refundable.

Some VFS pages read on 10 October 2026 still showed older, lower amounts for Chennai. The Embassy's April 2026 announcement applies the rates above at every Thai mission in India.

When do you pay, and when does the clock start?

You pay after filing, and processing time is counted from the payment, not from the day you submit.

• Embassy, New Delhi: no cash is accepted. Pay by bank transfer or UPI to the Embassy's DBS Bank account, or by cash deposit at a DBS branch, then email the payment slip and the Payment Info Summary as the Embassy's e-Visa FAQ instructs. Processing takes approximately 14 working days from receipt of the payment.
• Consulate-General, Kolkata: the fee must be paid within 14 days of submitting the complete application. Processing takes approximately 14 working days from the date the visa-fee receipt is issued.
• Other Consulates-General: Chennai and Mumbai publish their own payment options.

Once you pay, the fee is committed. Status is checked by logging in at thaievisa.go.th, and a granted e-Visa arrives by email.

Family trips need extra care. The Embassy's FAQ says one account can file up to 10 applications at a time for you and your family. Check every family member's passport details, photo and supporting papers before paying for any of them.

Are VFS and agent charges refunded?

The non-refundable rule quoted by the Embassy covers the visa fee. VFS adds its own service charge of INR 500 per application (including GST), with optional extras such as SMS at INR 150-200 and the Premium Lounge at INR 2000. Kolkata and Mumbai also list a convenience fee of INR 200. The sources checked do not publish a VFS refund policy, so ask before paying for optional services. Fees charged by private agents are a matter between you and the agent.

How to avoid paying the fee twice

1. Check whether you need a visa. From 15 September 2026, Indian ordinary passport holders can enter visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism and short-term business. You still complete the free TDAC arrival card.
2. Apply to the right mission. You apply to the mission covering where you are located, with proof such as an Aadhaar card, house agreement or electricity bill, and you must stay physically present in India throughout the e-Visa process.
3. Type names exactly. Enter given name and surname as in the passport and leave the middle-name field blank.
4. Upload a compliant photo. Colour, 630 x 810 pixels, face filling 80-85% of the frame, plain white background, JPG/JPEG up to 3 MB.
5. Complete the document set. The Kolkata tourist checklist asks for a six-month bank statement with a balance equivalent to USD 700 per person or USD 1400 per family.
6. Check centre status. VFS put the Bengaluru Thailand centre on hold from 6 August 2026 until further notice.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I reapply for a Thai e-Visa after a refusal?

The Thai sources checked do not publish a waiting period. A new application is a fresh file with a fresh fee, since the earlier fee is not refunded in any circumstances.

Can I change my visa category after paying instead of withdrawing?

The Embassy guidance we checked does not describe a way to switch categories on a paid application. Choosing the right category before payment avoids having to withdraw and pay again.

Does the Thai Embassy accept cash for e-Visa fees?

No. The Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi accepts no cash; you pay by bank transfer or UPI to its DBS Bank account or by cash deposit at a DBS branch. Consulates-General publish their own payment options.

Can I show the Thai e-Visa on my phone at the airport?

No. The Embassy says the granted e-Visa must be printed and shown to the airline at check-in and to Thai immigration on arrival; copies on phones are not accepted.