| Indian citizens applying for the Thailand LTR Visa must submit documents across five categories under the LTR Visa Documents Checklist for Indians: passport and identity, income and employment proof, health insurance, work experience, and category-specific supporting documents. The BOI e-Service portal accepts PDF uploads with a maximum file size of 10 MB per document. Most Indian documents (passports, bank statements, ITR forms, educational certificates) do not require apostille or embassy attestation — however, all non-English documents must be accompanied by a certified English translation. A CA-certified income certificate is mandatory for freelancers and self-employed applicants. Health insurance must show a minimum USD 50,000 coverage and be issued by an internationally recognized insurer. |
| QUICK ANSWER: What documents do Indians need for Thailand LTR Visa? For the Work-From-Thailand (WFT) category, Indian citizens need: Valid Indian passport (e-passport, 6+ months validity recommended)Completed BOI application form (via ltrvisat.boi.go.th)Passport-size photograph (4×6 cm, white background)Health insurance certificate (USD 50,000+ international coverage)Income proof: bank statements (12 months) + CA certificate + ITR (2 years)Employment contract or client service agreementsCV/Resume showing 5+ years of professional experienceWork experience certificates from previous employers Additional documents are required for the Wealthy Pensioner and Highly Skilled Professional categories. See the category-specific section below. |
| IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER This checklist reflects BOI requirements as publicly reported in 2026. Document requirements can change without notice. Always verify the current list on the official BOI LTR Visa portal before submitting your application. This is not legal or immigration advice. |
Introduction
Missing a single document — or submitting one in the wrong format — can delay your Thailand LTR Visa application by weeks. Given that the BOI endorsement fee is THB 50,000 and processing takes 20 to 35 working days, getting your document package right before you submit is not optional: it is the difference between a smooth approval and a frustrating back-and-forth.
This checklist is built specifically for Indian applicants. It covers not just what documents you need, but the India-specific format, attestation, and submission requirements that generic guides consistently miss. Use it to prepare your full application package before opening the BOI portal.
How to Use This Checklist
| CHECKLIST STATUS GUIDE ✅ Required — All applicants in this category must provide this document ○ Conditional — Required only for specific income types or circumstances □ Recommended — Not mandatory but strengthens your application |
The checklist is organized into five sections. Complete each section fully before moving to the next. When uploading to the BOI portal, keep each document under 10 MB and save as PDF unless the portal specifies otherwise.
Section A — Universal Documents (All Categories)
Every LTR Visa applicant, regardless of category, must provide the following:
| Document | Status | India-Specific Notes |
| Valid Indian passport | Required | e-Passport preferred. Minimum 6 months validity. Copy of bio-data page in PDF. |
| Completed LTR Visa application form | Required | Download from ltrvisat.boi.go.th. Fill in English. Upload signed PDF. |
| Passport-size photograph | Required | 4×6 cm, white background, recent (within 6 months). Digital JPG or PDF. |
| Previous Thai visas / stamps (if any) | Conditional | Include if you have previously visited Thailand — shows travel history. |
| Proof of current address in India | Recommended | Aadhaar, utility bill, or bank statement with address. Helps establish domicile. |
Section B — Income and Employment Documents
This is the most document-intensive section. Requirements vary by employment type:
B1 — For salaried employees of overseas companies
| Document | Status | India-Specific Notes |
| Last 3 months’ salary slips | Required | Must show salary in foreign currency. Include employer name and designation. |
| Employment contract (current) | Required | Must name a non-Thai employer. Include salary, role, and contract period. |
| Bank statements — last 12 months | Required | Show salary deposits. International transfers labeled clearly. PDF format. |
| Income Tax Return (ITR) — last 2 years | Required | ITR-1 or ITR-2 typically. Download ITR-V from incometax.gov.in. |
| Employer’s company registration / incorporation certificate | Conditional | If BOI requests verification that the employer is a legitimate overseas entity. |
B2 — For freelancers and self-employed professionals
| Document | Status | India-Specific Notes |
| CA-certified income certificate | Required | ICAI-registered CA. On letterhead. Must state annual gross income from overseas. Include CA stamp + membership number. |
| Income Tax Return (ITR) — last 2 years | Required | ITR-4 (Sugam) for most freelancers. Download ITR-V acknowledgment from incometax.gov.in |
| Bank statements — last 12 months | Required | Show international inward remittances. Highlight foreign currency credits. |
| Platform earnings statements (Upwork, Payoneer, Wise, etc.) | Required | Official annual export from platform. Not screenshots. |
| Client contracts or service agreements (3–5 samples) | Required | Show overseas client name, scope, and fees. Redact confidential terms if needed. |
| BIR Certificate of Registration (self-employed registration) | Conditional | If registered as self-employed or under GST/professional tax in India. |
| USD-to-INR conversion cover note | Conditional | If income received in INR from overseas sources. Include RBI reference rate. |
Section C — Category-Specific Documents
C1 — Work-From-Thailand (WFT) Professional Category
| Document | Status | India-Specific Notes |
| CV / Resume | Required | Show minimum 5 years of professional experience. Include dates, roles, and company names. |
| Work experience certificates from previous employers | Required | Letter on company letterhead confirming role and duration. From Indian employers in English. |
| Professional degree / educational certificates | Recommended | Degree certificate from Indian university. Translation not needed if in English. |
| LinkedIn profile URL or professional portfolio link | Recommended | Include in cover note. Supports EEAT for your professional background claim. |
C2 — Wealthy Pensioner Category (Age 50+)
| Document | Status | India-Specific Notes |
| Proof of age (passport, birth certificate) | Required | Passport bio-page normally sufficient. Birth certificate as backup. |
| Pension payment statements (last 12 months) | Required | From pension provider showing regular deposits. In English or translated. |
| Investment income statements (if used) | Conditional | Fixed deposit, mutual fund, or dividend statements from Indian banks. |
| Proof of USD 40,000/year pension or investment income | Required | Must clearly demonstrate the income threshold from non-Thai sources. |
C3 — Highly Skilled Professional Category
| Document | Status | India-Specific Notes |
| Endorsement from BOI-recognized agency or employer in Thailand | Required | Must be from a Thai entity in a BOI-promoted sector. Different process from WFT. |
| Proof of specialized credentials or certifications | Required | Professional certifications, patents, publications, or awards in your specialist field. |
| Employment contract with Thai-based entity | Required | Shows role, salary (USD 80,000+ or USD 40,000+ with credentials), and employer. |
Section D — Health Insurance Certificate Requirements
Health insurance is a hard requirement — not a recommended document. Your insurance certificate must meet specific BOI standards:
| WHAT YOUR HEALTH INSURANCE CERTIFICATE MUST SHOW Your full name exactly as it appears on your passportPolicy number and insurer nameCoverage amount: minimum USD 50,000 (or equivalent)Coverage territory: must include Thailand explicitlyPolicy validity period: must be valid at time of applicationType of coverage: inpatient, outpatient, or comprehensive PhilHealth, CGHS, ECHS, and Indian employer group insurance policies are NOT accepted. You must have an internationally recognized plan. |
Accepted international health insurers commonly used by Indian LTR Visa applicants include Cigna Global, AXA International, BUPA Global, and Safety Wing Remote Health (not the travel plan). Contact the insurer for a formal certificate document — a policy summary PDF from your account dashboard is usually sufficient.
Section E — Photograph Specifications
| EXACT PHOTO REQUIREMENTS FOR BOI PORTAL + THAI EMBASSY Size: 4 cm x 6 cm (4×6 cm) — portrait orientationBackground: Plain white or off-white onlyRecency: Taken within the last 6 monthsExpression: Neutral, facing forward, eyes openGlasses: Not recommended (remove if possible)Digital format: JPG or PDF for portal uploadPrinted format: 2 copies may be required for Embassy visa stamping Note: The BOI portal and the Thai Embassy in India may have slightly different photo requirements. Prepare both digital (JPG) and printed copies before starting the process. |
India-Specific: Translation and Attestation Rules
Which Indian documents need English translation?
| Document Type | Translation Required? | Attestation Required? | Notes |
| Indian passport | No | No | English already. Bio-data page copy is sufficient. |
| ITR (Income Tax Return) | No | No | ITR forms are in English. |
| Bank statements | No | No | Major Indian bank statements are in English. |
| CA certificate | No | No | Issue in English from the outset. |
| Educational degree certificates | Conditional | No | Only if certificate is in Hindi or regional language. Self-translation not accepted. |
| Work experience certificates | Conditional | No | If issued in Hindi/regional language. Get certified English translation. |
| Birth certificate (if required) | Conditional | No | Hindi certificates need certified translation. |
| Marriage certificate (if relevant) | Conditional | No | Hindi certificates need certified translation. |
Certified English translation: Use a professional translation service or a court-approved translator. Translations must include the translator’s name, signature, contact details, and a statement that the translation is accurate. Notarized translations (from a Notary Public) are not typically required by BOI but add credibility.
| APOSTILLE REQUIREMENT — IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION The Thailand BOI LTR Visa application does NOT require apostille certification for Indian documents. This is a common misconception. Apostille is typically required for documents used in civil/legal proceedings in another country (e.g., marriage recognition, court proceedings) — not for visa applications to the Thai BOI. Do not waste time or money apostilling your Indian documents for this application unless the BOI specifically requests it during their review. |
BOI Portal Document Submission Guide
The BOI e-Service portal (ltrvisat.boi.go.th) has specific technical requirements for document uploads:
| Requirement | Specification | Notes |
| File format | PDF preferred; JPG/PNG for photos | Convert all documents to PDF before uploading |
| File size limit | 10 MB per file | Compress large scanned documents using ilovepdf.com or similar |
| File naming | Descriptive names recommended | Example: Passport_RajeshKumar.pdf, BankStatement_HDFC_12months.pdf |
| Language | English only | All uploaded documents must be in English or include translation |
| Document order | Follow portal section order | Upload each document in the correct section of the portal |
| Scanned copies | Clear, complete, no cut-off edges | Scan at 300 DPI minimum; ensure all four corners of document visible |
Master Checklist: Print-Ready Summary for Indian Applicants (WFT Category)
Use this consolidated table to track your document preparation. Print and tick off each item as you complete it.
| Document | Status | India-Specific Notes |
| Valid Indian passport (e-passport) | Required | Bio-data page PDF copy |
| LTR Visa application form (completed) | Required | From ltrvisat.boi.go.th |
| Photograph (4×6 cm, white background) | Required | Digital JPG + 2 printed copies |
| Health insurance certificate (USD 50,000+) | Required | International plan. Not Indian HMO/CGHS. |
| Bank statements — 12 months | Required | All international remittances highlighted |
| CA-certified income certificate (freelancers) | Required | ICAI CA stamp, membership no., letterhead |
| Income Tax Return — last 2 years (ITR-V) | Required | Downloaded from incometax.gov.in |
| Employment contract or client agreements | Required | Overseas employer/client. Non-Thai. |
| CV / Resume (5+ years experience) | Required | Chronological format, in English |
| Work experience certificates | Required | From Indian employers, on letterhead, English |
| Platform earnings statements (Upwork/Wise) | Conditional | If applicable. Official exports only. |
| USD conversion cover note | Conditional | If income received in INR |
| Professional degree certificate | Recommended | English version. No apostille needed. |
| Previous Thai visa/stamps (if any) | Conditional | Shows prior Thailand travel history |
Common Document Mistakes by Indian Applicants
| Mistake | Why It Matters | What to Do Instead |
| Passport with less than 6 months validity | Thai Embassy may decline visa stamping; creates risk during 10-year LTR validity | Renew Indian passport before applying. e-Passport strongly preferred. |
| Submitting bank statements without highlighting international credits | Reviewers miss foreign income deposits among many transactions | Add a brief annotation or cover note identifying international inward remittances |
| CA certificate missing ICAI membership number | BOI cannot verify the CA’s credentials without this | Ensure your CA includes their full ICAI membership number on the certificate |
| Health insurance from Indian provider without international coverage | PhilHealth, CGHS, ECHS not accepted — automatic rejection | Purchase an international plan before applying |
| Work experience certificate in Hindi only | BOI reviewers cannot read Hindi documents | Get a certified English translation or request the certificate in English from employer HR |
| Uploading scanned photos that are cropped or blurry | Portal may reject the upload or reviewer may request new photos | Use a professional photo scan at 300 DPI minimum; ensure all four corners visible |
| Wrong ITR form type submitted | ITR-1 does not apply to freelancers with business income; causes confusion | Confirm your ITR form type with your CA — ITR-4 for most freelancers |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to get my Indian degree certificate apostilled for the LTR Visa?
No. Apostille certification is not required by the Thailand BOI for LTR Visa applications. Your degree certificate is used as supporting evidence of your professional background. If it is in English (as most Indian university certificates are), submit it as-is. If it is in Hindi or another language, obtain a certified English translation from a professional translation service.
Can I submit bank statements directly from my mobile banking app?
No. App screenshots or portal-generated mini statements are not acceptable. You need official bank statements: either downloaded from your bank’s netbanking PDF generator or a stamped physical statement from a bank branch. HDFC, ICICI, SBI, Axis, and Kotak all provide downloadable PDF statements from their netbanking portals. Ensure the statement shows your full account number, branch details, and account holder name matching your passport.
My employment certificate from my previous Indian employer is in Hindi. What should I do?
Get a certified English translation from a professional translation service. The translator must provide their name, signature, and contact details along with a declaration of accuracy. You do not need a notarized or apostilled translation — a certified professional translation is sufficient. Some HR departments at larger Indian companies will issue the certificate in English if you specifically request it.
How recent do my documents need to be?
BOI does not publish a strict ‘document recency’ window for all items, but in practice: bank statements should cover the most recent 12 months, ITR should be the most recent 2 filed years, photographs should be within 6 months, and your employment contract or CA certificate should be dated within 3 to 6 months of your application submission. Older documents may be requested for re-issuance during the review.
Can I upload all documents as a single merged PDF?
No. The BOI portal has separate upload sections for different document categories. Upload each document type in its designated portal section. If a section allows multiple files, keep related documents together (e.g., 12 months of bank statements as a single merged PDF). Do not attempt to upload everything as one file — it will not match the portal’s structure.
Final Checklist Summary
| The LTR Visa document package for Indian applicants is more comprehensive than most guides suggest — particularly for freelancers. The checklist above covers every document BOI typically requires plus the India-specific format and submission notes that make the difference between a smooth review and a request for additional documents. Prepare your documents before opening the BOI portal. The application has a time limit for completion once started. Having everything in PDF format, correctly named, under 10 MB, and in English before you begin will save significant time and stress. Budget two to three weeks for document preparation. The CA certificate, work experience certificates, and health insurance setup are the three items that typically take the longest. |