Latest News for NRIs in Thailand

This page is a dated log of specific regulatory developments already reflected in this platform's guides for Thailand, not a real-time news feed. Each item links to the full guide covering it.

India-Side and Thailand-Side Developments Affecting NRIs

• Thai Cabinet approves Hague Apostille accession in principle (9 December 2025)

  Thailand moved a step closer to Hague Apostille Convention membership, though as of this writing no instrument of accession has yet been deposited and the older legalization chain still applies.

  Property for NRIs
• Thailand upgrades India to 30-day visa-free entry (14 July 2026)

  Following a proposed downgrade to a 15-day visa-on-arrival in May 2026, Thailand's Cabinet reversed course and upgraded Indian nationals to 30-day visa-free entry.

  Immigration for NRIs
• India-Thailand Strategic Partnership announced at BIMSTEC Summit (3-4 April 2025)

  Prime Minister Modi's visit to Bangkok for the 6th BIMSTEC Summit produced an elevation of bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership, covering defence, trade, connectivity, and cultural exchange.

  Business for NRIs
• FEMA repatriation limit -- USD 1 million per financial year (Standing rule)

  Sale proceeds and other eligible balances in an NRO account can be repatriated abroad up to USD 1 million (or equivalent) per financial year, subject to Form 15CA/15CB certification by the authorized dealer bank.

  Compliance for NRIs