I’ve been through this in Bangkok, so here’s a step-by-step guide if you lose your Indian passport in Thailand:
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✅ 1. Don’t Panic – Here’s What to Do First
File a police report immediately at the nearest police station. This is crucial for both immigration and the Indian Embassy.
Get two copies of the police report – one for the embassy, one for immigration.
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✅ 2. Contact the Indian Embassy / Consulate
Indian Embassy in Bangkok:
📍 46 SATHORN SOI 1 (THUNG MAHAMEK), BANGKOK 10120
☎ +66 2 258 0300 / 0301
🌐 Indian Embassy Thailand
Working hours: Mon–Fri, 09:00–12:30 (for passport/travel documents).
If you’re in Phuket/Chiang Mai, call them – they’ll guide you.
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✅ 3. Apply for an Emergency Certificate (EC)
This is a single-use travel document that lets you fly back to India.
Processing time: Usually 1–3 working days if documents are complete.
Cost: Around THB 320–400 (~₹800–1,000).
If you want a full replacement passport, it can take 7–14 days or longer.
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✅ 4. Documents You’ll Need
✔ Police report
✔ Passport copy (keep a digital copy on email/cloud)
✔ Indian ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, or DL)
✔ Two passport-size photos (you can take them near the embassy)
✔ Airline ticket (for EC issuance)
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✅ 5. Inform Thai Immigration
Your visa is tied to your passport number.
After getting your EC, visit Thai Immigration with:
✔ Police report
✔ Copy of lost passport (if available)
✔ EC + fee for visa transfer
They will issue a note or new stamp so you can legally exit.
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✅ 6. Flight Changes
If your airline ticket has your old passport number, contact the airline to update it with the new EC details.
Most airlines handle this easily after verifying the police report and EC.
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✅ 7. Costs & Tips
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✅ Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Waiting too long to file the police report.
❌ Not informing immigration before departure – can cause trouble at the airport.
❌ Leaving the embassy visit till the last minute.
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Bottom line: Losing a passport in Thailand is stressful but manageable if you act fast. File the report → Embassy → Immigration → Update flight. Keep digital copies of everything before your trip.
