Visa-Free & Carefree: Why Thailand & Malaysia Are Top Picks for Indian Tourists This Month

Thailand and Malaysia lead the Agoda 2026 visa-free lists of Indians with 30-60 day stays visa-free through Dec 31, 2026 Thailand via TDAC online form (free), Malaysia 3-day pre-arrival visa via MDAC. Arrival spikes (45%+) are caused by proximity (3-5hr flights), cost (INR 50K-80K/week), beaches, street food, and culture. KL-Langkawi and Bangkok-Phuket flights increase; Holi escapes prefer islands. Thailand Vision 2030 and Malaysia tourism push will help enhance luxury resorts, no VFS hassles, and be perfect for impulsive travel during winter fog in India.

Visa-Free Access Benefits

Thailand: 60-day exemption (Feb 2026 update), TDAC 3 days prior; no fee. Malaysia: 30 days, MDAC mandatory. Both land/air entry; overstay fines are strict (THB 500/day).​

Top Attractions & Costs

Thailand: Phuket beaches, Bangkok temples (flights INR 15K RT). Malaysia: Langkawi islands, KL towers (INR 12K RT). Budget: INR 4K/night stays, cheap eats.

Travel Tips for Indians

Direct flights AirAsia-IndiGo; pack light for humidity. Book Holi slots early; COVID rules lifted, just passport valid 6 months.

FAQs

1. Thailand visa-free duration?

60 days from Feb 2026, TDAC online free 3 days before; tourism/business OK, extendable via office.

2. Malaysia MDAC details?

Complete 3 days pre-flight online, free; 30-day stay, fines for missing—covers health/passport data.

3. Flight costs from India?

INR 10K-20K RT Delhi-BKK/KL; budget carriers like AirAsia offer promo fares Holi season.

4. Best time this month?

Feb dry season starts; avoid Songkran crowds, aim for beaches for 30C warmth vs India chill.

5. Safety for solo Indians?

Safe popular areas; use Grab rides, watch pockets in markets—women report positive experiences.

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