1 or 10 Year Indian Visa from Bangkok for American

Binde

I am an American staying in India, and wondering of it is possible to secure a long term India visa (1, 5, or 10 year) through Bangkok. I am needing a visa longer then 6 months. My current 6 month visa, which I secured through Bangkok in July, expires this January.

Are 1, 5, or 10 year tourist visas for Americans issued "easily" through Bangkok?
I almost got one in July, but did not have the two weeks to wait for it's processing. I don't know if it is common for them to be issued so easily, or if I was just lucky?

My visa needs to be renewed in Jan, but I have a chance to go back to Bangkok the middle of November. I am concerned that I will only be granted a 6 month visa then I will have two months waisted.

Last question: If they were to issue me a 6 month visa, can the new visa begin after the first 6 month visa expires? Example: Approved of 6 month visa in Nov, but it not being activated tell my other visa expires in Jan.

Any experience or knowledge in this area? Thanks!

nycank

The new visa will override the old visa. The clock starts ticking on the date of issue.

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