Do I need transit visa in Bangkok for a 12 hour 20 minute layover?
I'd like to know if I need a Transit visa for a 12 hour 20 minute layover in Suvarnabhumi Intl, Thailand before my onward flight. My itinerary is as follows:
Chennai, to Bangkok (arriving at 06.25), a 12 hour and 20 minute layover (departing at 6.45pm), then Bangkok to Auckland, NZ.
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So, presuming you are an Indian citizen since you are leaving from India, you will need a visa. Thailand offers 12 hours of Visa free transit time, whereas your layover is 12 hours and 20 minutes.
Passengers transiting through Bangkok (BKK) with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 12 hours. They must stay in the international transit area of the airport and have documents required for the next destination. (source)
Note that you will also need a visa for New Zealand.
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Does Suvarnabhumi airport require transit visa?
If you're transiting air side at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) with both the inbound and outbound flights on the same ticket you won't need any form of visa.Does layover need transit visa?
In most cases \u2014 no, you don't need a visa, even if the layover is in a third country where you would need a visa to travel to. However, there are a few exceptions, as well as a few things you should know about transiting in a third country.Is transit allowed through Bangkok airport?
International transit via Bangkok is permitted. Travellers must present a negative PCR test (no older than 72 hours) or proof of vaccination and proof of medical insurance with COVID-19 coverage (minimum $US 20,000). Transit time must not exceed 24 hours.12 things to know about International transit transfer flight guideline Bangkok airport
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