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The Thailand Tourist Visa Guide (Single & Multiple Entry)

The majority of foreign nationals are able to enter Thailand on a visa exemption stamp.

This means that when you enter Thailand you are given a stamp at the immigration desk that allows you to stay in the country for 30 days.

Okay, so now you're clear on how long you can stay when you arrive without a visa, what if you want to stay for 6 weeks, or 2 even months?

In this case, you can apply for a Tourist Visa before you travel.

In this FAQ guide, I'll answer all common queries regarding the Thailand Tourist Visa, both single and multiple entry.

1. Where can I get a Tourist Visa?

A Tourist Visa can be obtained from a Thai embassy or consulate in your home country, or a country outside of Thailand, if you live abroad or are already traveling.

You can also apply via the E-Visa online system. Indeed, some embassies may no longer accept applications for Tourist Visas and instead require you to apply online.

The E-Visa is delivered via email. You can then print it out and present it to immigration on arrival.

What different types of tourist visa are there?

A. single entry.

The Single Entry Tourist Visa is valid for 3 months from its date of issue. It allows a single stay of a maximum of 60 days.

B. Multiple entry

The Multiple Entry Tourist Visa is valid for 6 months from its date of issue.

It allows an unlimited number of entries within the 6-month validity of the visa. Each entry allows a maximum stay of 60 days.

For example, if you leave Thailand on the 59th day of your stay and re-enter the country a day later, you will be stamped in for a further 60 days.

What documents do I need to get the Tourist Visa?

The requirements may vary slightly between country, but this is usually what's required from your local embassy.

• A completed visa application form with two recent passport type photos attached. The form can be downloaded from your local Thai embassy website.
• Your passport must have a minimum 6 months remaining validity, and at least two blank pages – this is so your visa can be added to the passport, and for entry/exit stamps when entering and leaving Thailand.
• If you reside in a country but are not a citizen of that country, then you will be required to show a visa or residence card that permits you to stay. You will also be required to show evidence of where you live, by way of utility bill, bank account statement, or driving license.
• Two recent passport size photographs. You can get these done at a photo booth (in a mall or store) or at some print services shops.
• Confirmation of travel (flight tickets).
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand: this can be a copy of your hotel booking or a letter from the family or friend you are staying with.
• Copy of bank statement to show proof of earnings. This requirement will differ between countries, and differs for the single and multiple entry visas. For example, for a Single Entry Tourist Visa from a US Thai embassy, you will need a copy of your bank statement showing $700 per person and $1,500 per family. For a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa, you will need a copy of your bank statement for the last 6 months showing a minimum balance of $7,000 (every month).

Thailand's E-Visa System

If you are applying online through the E-Visa system, you will require the following documentation:

• Passport or travel document with a validity of not less than 6 months.
• Photograph taken within the past six months.
• Evidence of travel to Thailand (air ticket paid in full).
• Evidence of adequate finance (20,000 Baht per person and 40,000 Baht per family).

Please note that you are not required to submit any supporting documents in person at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate after completing the E-Visa application. Once approved, a confirmation e-mail will be sent through and you can  print a copy of the confirmation e-mail to present to airline and Thai Immigration officials.

You can apply online here: https://www.thaievisa.go.th

Historically, Thailand's online systems have always fallen way short of expectations, with browser compatibility issues, bugs, broken links, etc., but the new visa system is working pretty well.

For those who deem themselves digitally challenged, there is a comprehensive user manual. This manual is also available as a series of how-to videos, which are very helpful. You can find the manual here.

How much does a Thai Tourist Visa cost?

The cost varies between country, but here is the cost for the US and UK:

• US: Single – $40. Multiple Entry – $200
• UK: Single – £30. Multiple Entry – £150

How long does it take to process a Tourist Visa?

If you attend the Thai embassy in person, the process will take around 5 working days. If you apply by mail, the process will take a minimum of 15 days.

Applying online will take 6-10 working days.

This is a general guideline and will differ between countries, and may be longer or shorter depending on how busy the embassy/consulate is.

I would personally allow 2 weeks if applying in person or online, and 3 weeks if applying by mail. This will ensure you get your visa before your flight date.

When is my Tourist Visa valid from?

The Single Entry Tourist Visa is valid 3 months from date of issue, and the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa is valid for 6 months from date of issue.

When you enter Thailand, you will be stamped in for 60 days.

Note: The expiry date of the visa shows on the visa sticker as ‘ENTER BEFORE'. When you enter Thailand, you will receive a rectangular stamp in your passport stating your date of entry and the ‘ADMITTED UNTIL' date. This date will be exactly 60 days after your date of entry

What happens if I leave Thailand before my 60-day stay is up?

If you leave prior to your 60-day stay ending, the remaining days will be forfeited.

If you think you will want to leave Thailand and re-enter, you should get a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa.

The Multiple Entry Tourist Visa is valid for 6 months from date of issue. You are allowed unlimited entries within the 6-month period of the visa. If you exit Thailand, as long as you re-enter before the visa expires, you will be stamped in for a further 60 days.

Can I extend my visa inside Thailand?

For those who want to extend their stay in Thailand, you can extend the 60-day Single Entry Tourist Visa by 30 days at a local Immigration Office. The fee for the extension is 1,900 Baht.

Under the Multiple Entry Visa, you can extend one of the 60-day stays by a further 30 days. The cost is the same.

Under the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa, by saving the 30-day extension for your final entry, you can accumulate almost 9 month's stay in Thailand.

Can I cancel my visa and get a refund?

No. The visa fee is non-refundable.

Can't I just do border runs instead of getting a Tourist Visa?

Because you are granted 30 days stay on arrival in Thailand, in theory you could just leave over a land border after 30 days and return the same day, activating a further 30 day's stay.

This is known as a border run . People used to stay in Thailand for years just going back and forth over the border.

However, the current rule is that if you enter Thailand over land without a visa, you are allowed a maximum of two 30-day entries within any rolling 12-month period.

With a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa, you can go in an out as many times as you want within the validity of the visa.

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Planning a trip to Thailand and unsure about the tourist visa requirements? Discover the essential checklist for a hassle-free application process. Read more to ensure you have all the necessary documents and information.

If you're planning a trip to Thailand, it's important to know what you need to do before you go. One of the main things is to get a tourist visa. A tourist visa is a special stamp that allows you to enter and stay in Thailand for a certain period. This blog post will give you a checklist of what you need to get a Thailand tourist visa. Follow these steps and you'll be ready for your adventure!

1. Check if you need a visa

First, you need to check if you need a visa. Many countries have agreements with Thailand that allow their citizens to visit without a visa for short stays. To find out if your country has this agreement, you can check with your local Thai embassy or consulate.

2. Prepare your documents

If you do need a visa, you'll need to gather some important documents. Here's what you'll need:

• Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of your entry into Thailand.
• Visa application form: You can get this form from the Thai embassy or consulate in your country.
• Passport-sized photos: You'll need two recent photos for your application.
• Proof of travel: This includes your round-trip plane ticket and a detailed itinerary of your trip.
• Proof of financial means: You'll need to show that you have enough money to cover your stay in Thailand. This can be bank statements, pay slips, or a letter from your employer.
• Visa fee: There is a fee for the visa, so make sure to check the current fee with your local Thai embassy or consulate.

3. Apply for your visa

Once you have all your documents ready, it's time to apply for your visa. You can do this by visiting the Thai embassy or consulate in your country. They will check your documents and process your application. If everything is in order, they will issue your visa.

4. Wait for your visa approval

After submitting your application, you'll need to wait for your visa to be approved. This can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the embassy or consulate. Be patient and wait for their decision.

5. Collect your visa

Once your visa is approved, you'll need to go back to the Thai embassy or consulate to collect it. They will put the visa stamp in your passport, and you'll be ready to go!

6. Travel to Thailand

With your visa in hand, you're ready to travel to Thailand! Make sure to pack all the necessary documents, including your passport and visa, before you leave. Enjoy your trip and explore the beautiful country of Thailand!

If you need help with planning your trip to Thailand or getting a tourist visa, don't hesitate to contact Strictly Thailand for a consultation. We're here to make your journey as smooth and stress-free as possible!

Tourist Visas for Thailand

Questions and answers for Tourist visas to Thailand

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Thailand Visa for Tourists in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

Updated: July 23, 2024

Thailand has a liberal visa policy offering Visa EXEMPTION and Visa ON ARRIVAL to many nationalities in the world. For those who REQUIRE a visa, Thailand tourist visa is the easiest to obtain if you understand and follow the visa requirements properly.

There 5 ways you can enter Thailand as a tourist.

• Visa Exemption
• Visa on Arrival (VOA)
• Pre-approved visa from Thai embassy

A Thailand tourist visa is only for visiting Thailand for the purpose of tourism for a short period of time. If you plan to stay longer, look into Thai ED Visa , which allows you to study and live in Thailand for up to one year.

Without further delay, let’s dive into Thailand visa requirements, eligibility, application procedure and entry-exit formalities at the airport.

Table of Contents

Thailand tourist visa requirements by nationality.

Minimum passport validity required to enter Thailand as a tourist

For visa EXEMPT and visa REQUIRED nationalities, the passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival in Thailand.

For visa ON ARRIVAL eligible nationalities, the passport must be valid for at least 30 days from the day of arrival in Thailand. 

VISA EXEMPT nationalities

90-day entry.

• South Korea

30-day entry

• Czech Republic
• Liechtenstein
• Myanmar (* only if entering by air)
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Philippines
• South Africa
• Switzerland
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States

Visa ON ARRIVAL or e-VOA eligible nationalities

15-day entry.

• Papua New Guinea
• Saudi Arabia

E-VISA eligible nationalities

60-day entry.

• Citizens or permanent residents of the following countries are eligible for E-Visa.
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Congo, Rep. of
• Congo, Dem. Rep. of
• Dominican Republic
• North Korea
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Vatican City

THAILAND VISA EXEMPTION

Currently, Thailand offers visa exemption to 64 countries. Most countries in that list get a 30-day entry. Just a handful of countries in South America and South Korea get 90-day entry.

How long can you stay in Thailand with visa exemption

Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru and South Korea nationals can stay up to 90 days in Thailand. All other visa-exempt nationalities can stay up to 30 days in Thailand. 

Except for G7 countries (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, and the United States), all other nationalities will be granted only a 30-day entry if entering by land.

Malaysia passport holders are granted 30-day entry when entering by land from Malaysia.

How many times can you enter Thailand with visa exemption

There are no restrictions on entering Thailand by air. But you can only enter 2 times in a given year by land.

Passport validity required for visa exemption

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival in Thailand.

Documents to carry for visa exemption

• Original passport
• Proof of onward ticket
• Proof of funds (20,000 THB for individuals and 40,000 THB for families)

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival in Thailand. 

Your proof of onward ticket can be a print or a copy on your phone. This cannot be a bus or train ticket. This must a flight ticket. If you are traveling on a one-way ticket or planning to take a bus or train to Laos or Cambodia, get a dummy proof of an onward flight ticket .

Proof of funds can be cash, ATM cards or credit cards. There were incidents where tourists were forced to show proof of funds in the form of cash. To avoid unnecessary trouble, I suggest carrying a bit of cash on you in Thai Baht or any major currency.

THAILAND VISA ON ARRIVAL (VOA)

Thailand is a popular tourist destination in South East Asia, partly due to its liberal visa-exemption and Visa on Arrival policies. Currently, 18 nationalities can obtain Thailand Visa on Arrival at all international airports and land checkpoints with minimal documentation.

How long can you stay in Thailand with Visa on Arrival (VOA)

You can stay up to 15 days on Visa on Arrival (VOA). No visa extensions are allowed.

How many times can you obtain Visa on Arrival (VOA)

If you are traveling to many countries in South East Asia, you may have to enter Thailand multiple times. You can obtain Visa on Arrival multiple times on your trip without any problems. 

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE I obtained Visa on Arrival (VOA) at the airport and later at a land border in Thailand on my South East Asia trip and I was fine.

Passport validity required for Visa on Arrival (VOA)

Your passport must be valid for at least 30 days from the day of arrival in Thailand.

Documents required for Visa on Arrival (VOA)

The following documents are required for Visa on Arrival (VOA).

• Completed Thailand Visa on Arrival application form
• One passport-size photo (4×6 cm)
• Return/onward flight ticket (must be within 15 days of arrival in Thailand)
• Hotel booking confirmation (minimum 5 nights)
• Proof of funds (10,000 THB for individuals and 20,000 THB for families)

Print and complete your Thailand Visa on Arrival application form before heading on your trip to Thailand. If you can’t print it, you can always grab one at the airport and fill it out.

A return/onward flight ticket is mandatory and it must be within 15 days of arrival in Thailand. If your return ticket is over 15 days, you will be forced to rebook another flight ticket by the Visa on Arrival staff. You will end up spending a lot on rebooking so make sure your flight ticket is within 15 days.

Your return or onward ticket must be a flight ticket. Bus or train tickets are not acceptable. If you plan to travel to a neighboring country by land, you must still provide a flight ticket as proof of onward travel .

If you plan on traveling to a neighboring country by bus or train, get a dummy onward flight ticket for your Visa on Arrival. 

Hotel booking is mandatory. A minimum of 5 nights or more is required. Booking a hotel for the first 1 or 2 nights will not work. You will be forced to book the remaining nights by the VOA staff at the airport.

Proof of funds must be a minimum of 10,000 THB for individuals and 20,000 THB for families. You would need to show proof of funds in cash. You can get away by saying that you have your debit and credit cards on you. But, I strongly suggest you have at least 5,000 THB on your and for the remaining, you can show your debit card, credit card and bank statements.

Visa on Arrival (VOA) photo size

The photo must be of size 4 x 6 cm. It must have been taken within the last 6 months. You may need 1-2 photos for your visa depending on the checkpoint. Carry at least 2 photos for Visa on Arrival at the land borders.

Visa on Arrival (VOA) fee

Thailand Visa ON ARRIVAL fee is 2,000 THB. This fee must be paid in cash in Thai Baht (THB) only. 

You may be forced to pay an additional 200 THB as an express fee for fast processing of your VOA. Sometimes you will not have a choice but to pay this express fee.

Money exchanges are available near the Visa on Arrival sections in the airports. No ATMs are available, so make sure to carry cash in THB or any major currency.

Visa on Arrival (VOA) processing time

Visa on Arrival process at airports is quick these days. It used to take at least an hour before. Either way, account for an additional one hour for your Visa on Arrival process at the airport just in case.

To save time, you can download and fill out the Visa on Arrival application form prior to your arrival.

RELATED: How to get a 15-day Thailand Visa on Arrival (VOA) in 2023 – A complete guide

THAILAND ONLINE VISA ON ARRIVAL (e-VOA)

Thailand e-VOA speeds up the process of obtaining Visa on Arrival (VOA) at the airport. If you hold an e-VOA, you can skip the regular Visa on Arrival lines at the airports. 

All 18 nationalities that are eligible for Visa on Arrival can obtain e-VOA online. 

There are special counters set up at the airports just for e-VOA holders for obtaining Visa on Arrival. You do not need to carry supporting documents or the visa fee. All you need is your original passport, e-VOA approval and proof of funds.

IMPORTANT e-VOA is NOT eVISA. Even with an e-VOA, you still have to go through the Visa on Arrival process and obtain your VOA stamp at the airport. It ONLY speeds up the process of obtaining Visa on Arrival at the airport since your document check and visa fee payment were already done online.

Hong long can you stay in Thailand with e-VOA

You can stay up to 15 days using e-VOA. No visa extensions are allowed.

Passport validity required for e-VOA

Blank pages needed in the passport for e-voa.

You must have at least 1 blank page in your passport.

Where to enter Thailand with e-VOA

With an approved e-VOA, you can only enter Thailand from the below 4 international airports. 

• Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok (BKK)
• Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok (DMK)
• Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
• Phuket International Airport (HKT)

NOTE If you plan to enter Thailand from an airport other than the above 4 or from a land border, you must opt for the regular Visa on Arrival. You CANNOT use e-VOA.

Thailand e-VOA application procedure

To obtain Thailand e-VOA, you must fill out an online visa application and upload the required documents. Pay the Visa on Arrival fee, service charge and tax. You will receive your e-VOA result in 1-3 working days.

Once your e-VOA is approved, print your e-VOA approval. You must present your passport, e-VOA approval and arrival/departure card at the Visa on Arrival counters at the airport. The 15-day Visa on Arrival will be stamped in your passport.

You can apply for e-VOA from any one of the two authorized visa agents. These are the only 2 agents authorized by Thai immigration.

• eVisa Thailand E-Visa on Arrival | THB 495.33 processing fee plus 7% VAT
• Thailand eVisa on Arrival by VFS Global | THB 500 processing fee

Documents required for e-VOA

The following documents are required for e-VOA.

• Passport cover page
• Passport ID page
• Digital photo (4×6 cm)
• Round trip flight tickets (return flight must be within 15 days of arrival in Thailand)
• Hotel booking confirmations for the entire stay

Thailand e-VOA fee

The fee for e-VOA is 2,000 THB. The visa agent will charge a service fee of 500 THB and tax on top of the visa fee. The visa fee can only be paid in Thai Baht using a credit/debit card. 

The additional THB 500 service fee is non-refundable in case of e-VOA rejection.

e-VOA processing time

The processing time for e-VOA is 1-3 working days. Express processing is also available for an additional fee where the application will be processed within 24 hours.

e-VOA application tracking

Both eVisa Thailand and VFS Global offer visa application status tracking. 

THAILAND E-VISA

Thailand E-Visa is an initiative from Thai immigration to move the Thai visa process online. The idea is to replace the regular pre-approved visa from the embassy with the new E-Visa. The visa validity and entry are exactly the same as the pre-approved visa from the embassy. 

Thailand’s E-Visa portal offers both single and multiple-entry visas. You can apply for either one. But if the officers are not convinced that you need a multiple-entry visa, they may simply issue a single-entry visa. The fee for the multiple-entry visa is not refunded in that case.

Validity of Thailand E-Visa

Thailand E-Visa is valid for 3 months or 6 months depending on the entry type. 

• Single-Entry: Valid for 3 months
• Multiple-Entry: Valid for 6 months

When to apply for E-Visa

You can apply for a Thai E-Visa up to 3 months prior to your trip. The processing takes about 3-10 working days, so it’s recommended to apply at least a month prior to your trip.

How long can stay in Thailand on E-Visa

You can stay up to 60 days in Thailand on your single-entry Thailand E-Visa. 

With a multiple-entry E-Visa, you can stay up to 60 days on each entry. All entries must be made within the validity of your multiple-entry E-Visa. Meaning, even if you enter Thailand on the last day of your E-Visa, you will still receive a 60-day entry.

Both single-entry and multiple-entry E-Visas are extendable for additional 30 days at the local immigration office. 

Passport validity required for E-Visa

At the time of lodging your E-Visa application, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months for a single-entry E-Visa and 1 year for a multiple-entry E-Visa.

E-Visa application procedure

You can apply for your E-Visa on the Thai E-Visa portal . You must fill out the online application, upload the required documents and pay the required visa fee.

The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs has created a nice step-by-step video guide and a PDF guide on how to apply for your E-Visa using the Thai E-Visa portal.

Documents required

The following documents are required for the Thai E-Visa.

• A scan of your passport ID page
• A digital photo (4×6 cm)
• Fully paid round-trip flight tickets
• Proof of residence (if not a citizen of the country where you are applying from)

All scanned documents must be in JPG format only. Max allowed file size is 3MB.

Photo requirements

The digital photo must meet the following requirements.

• Photo must have been taken in the last 6-months
• Must be 4×6 cm in dimensions
• Must be in JPG format only 
• Max file size allowed is 3MB

The Thailand E-Visa fee is $40 USD for a single-entry tourist visa, paid in the local currency of the Thai consulate you have selected in your E-Visa application. E-Visa fees can only be paid using a credit/debit card. 

Processing time

The processing time for E-Visa is 3-10 working days. 

Application tracking

The application can be tracked within the dashboard of your account in the E-Visa portal.

Thailand Tourist Visa

The following 91 nationalities are required to obtain a Thailand tourist visa from the embassy.

• Afghanistan
• Antigua and Barbuda
• Burkina Faso
• Central African Republic
• Congo, Dem Rep of
• Congo, Rep of
• Cote d’Ivoire
• Equatorial Guinea
• Guinea-Bissau
• Marshall Islands
• North Macedonia
• Palestinian Territories
• Sao Tome and Principe
• Sierra Leone
• Sint Maarten
• Solomon Islands
• South Sudan
• St Kitts and Nevis
• St Vincent and the Grenadines
• Timor-Leste
• Turkmenistan
• Vatican City (or Holy See)

VOA and Visa Exempt nationals are also eligible to apply for Thai tourist visa from the embassies.

Validity and allowed stay

Single-entry visas are valid for 3 months and multiple-entry visas are valid for 6 months.

Both of these visas allow up to 60 days of stay on each entry. A 30-day extension is also possible from the local immigration office.

The following documents are required for Thailand tourist visa.

• Completed Thailand tourist visa application form (you can download it from your nearest Royal Thai embassy website)
• Original passport with at least 6 months of validity with 2 blank pages
• A copy of your passport data/ID page
• 2 passport-size photos
• Flight tickets in and out of Thailand
• Hotel reservations for the entire trip 
• Bank statements (last 3 months showing at least 550 USD per individual or 5500 USD per family)
• Proof of relationship, if applying as a family

Read the Thailand Tourist Visa guide for more details such as the processing time, fee and application process at the embassy.

ENTRY AND EXIT PROCEDURE AT THE AIRPORT

Entering Thailand by air

If you are a visa-exempt nationality, hold an E-Visa or a pre-approved Thailand tourist visa, head straight to immigration.

If you need to obtain Visa on Arrival (VOA), head to the Visa on Arrival section first. To speed up the Visa on Arrival process, you can either opt for e-VOA or express lanes at the airport. You can also download and fill out the Visa on Arrival application form before you arrive at the airport. 

If you don’t have a completed Visa on Arrival form with you, grab one at the Visa on Arrival section. There will be examples of completed application forms on the wall to assist you with filling out the application form.

IMPORTANT Visa on Arrival fee can only be paid in THB. There are NO ATMs at the Visa on Arrival sections in any of the Thailand airports. So, make sure to carry enough cash in THB (Thai Baht) or major currency. There are currency exchanges at Visa on Arrival sections. So if you have some major currency on you, you can change it into THB.

After you complete your Visa on Arrival procedure, head to the immigration area.

Leaving Thailand by air

On exiting Thailand, you will have to go through passport control. You must present the following documents

• Your original passport
• Airline boarding pass

If flying out of Bangkok (BKK and DMK), long lines at check-in counters and passport control are common. Arrive at least 2 hours before your departure time.

ENTRY AND EXIT PROCEDURE AT THE LAND BORDER

Entering thailand by land.

If you are a visa-exempt nationality, hold an E-Visa or a pre-approved Thailand visa, head straight to immigration.

If you have to obtain Visa on Arrival (VOA), head to the Visa on Arrival section first. To speed up the Visa on Arrival process, you can download and fill out the Visa on Arrival application form before you arrive at the land border. 

IMPORTANT The Visa on Arrival fee can only be paid in THB. ATMs and currency exchanges are very rare at the land borders. So, make sure to carry enough cash in THB (Thai Baht).

Leaving Thailand by land

On exiting Thailand by land, you must go through passport control. You must present the following documents

• Visa to the next country

If the next country you will be entering requires a visa, you must present the visa of that country. Otherwise, you will not be allowed to leave Thailand. If you will be obtaining Visa on Arrival in the next country, just say that you will obtain Visa on Arrival and you will be fine.

Thailand offers Visa EXEMPTION and Visa ON ARRIVAL to many nationalities. For those who REQUIRE a visa, a Thailand tourist visa is quite easy to obtain. Currently, 18 nationalities are eligible to obtain Visa on Arrival (VOA) and over 50 nationalities can obtain E-Visa. Rest requires a pre-approved visa from the embassy.

WRITTEN BY THIRUMAL MOTATI

Thirumal Motati is an expert in tourist visa matters. He has been traveling the world on tourist visas for more than a decade. With his expertise, he has obtained several tourist visas, including the most strenuous ones such as the US, UK, Canada, and Schengen, some of which were granted multiple times. He has also set foot inside US consulates on numerous occasions. Mr. Motati has uncovered the secrets to successful visa applications. His guidance has enabled countless individuals to obtain their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. His statements have been mentioned in publications like Yahoo, BBC, The Hindu, and Travel Zoo.

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60 Day Tourist Visa Thailand 2024 – All You Need To Know

If you’re planning on visiting Thailand then you need to be sure of visa requirements. 

Luckily, most people can enter Thailand for 30 days without a visa. However if you’re wanting to stay a little bit longer then you do have other options. 

I’m a regular visitor to Thailand and I’ve applied for the tourist visa before so I know how it works.

In this guide, I’ll tell you everything you need to know about the 60 day tourist visa for Thailand including how to apply, how much it costs, how to extend it and more.

P.S. I update this page regularly to ensure the information is up to date. This page was updated for 2024.

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30-day Tourist Visa Exemption

Passport holders of certain countries don’t need a visa when entering Thailand for tourism purposes and can stay in Thailand for a period of up to 30 days. 

You’ll simply get a stamp in your passport and don’t have to pay anything.

Please note that between October 1 2022 and March 31 2023, the Thai government did extended this to 45 days in a bid to boost tourism following the pandemic but this has now reverted back to the original 30 days.

You can only use this scheme up to 2 times a year if you’re traveling by a land border and up to 6 times a year if you arrive at the airport.

Countries under this scheme include the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and most of Europe (see the full list here ). 

There are currently 64 countries on this list so please check to see if your country is listed.

What You’ll Need:

Once you arrive in Thailand, head over to immigration.

Be sure to have the following documents:

• Proof of adequate finances for the duration of your stay – 10,000 baht per person or 20,000 baht per family. They rarely ask for this but have it prepared just in case.
• Proof of onward travel e.g. a plane ticket. A bus/train ticket should be fine but there have been reports of these being rejected. I was asked to prove this on my recent entry into Thailand.
• Proof of hotel or Airbnb stay . Again, I was also asked for this when I entered Thailand recently. I just showed a copy of my Airbnb confirmation and they accepted it.

If you are wanting to stay in Thailand longer than 30 days then you can apply for a visa. 

There are 2 different tourist visas available that will give you 60 days in Thailand.

You do need to apply in advance. You’re not able to apply for either of them after you’ve entered Thailand.

Here’s a quick overview:

• SETV: single entry, 60 days only
• METV: multiple entry, 60 days each time

Single Entry Tourist Visa (SETV) – Overview

This visa will allow you to stay in Thailand for up to 60 days from the date of arrival.

This visa is valid for 3 months meaning once issued you must enter the country within 3 months else it will no longer be valid.

As it is a single entry visa, you can only enter the country once. Once you enter, you have 60 days before you need to leave.

You can apply for the single entry tourist visa in any country. I cover exactly how to apply for this visa below.

Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) – Overview

This visa is valid for 6 months from the date of issue.

As it is a multiple entry visa, this means that during the 6 months of validity, you can enter Thailand multiple times – you just can’t stay longer than 60 days on each visit. 

So theoretically, every 60 days, you could just take a flight out of Thailand and come straight back to activate another 60 days.

You can only apply for a multiple entry tourist visa in your home country.

60 Day Tourist Visa Thailand Cost

Here’s how much the 60 day Thai tourist visas cost:

• Single Entry Tourist Visa (SETV) – $50 (£30)
• Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) – $200 (£150)

How To Apply For 60 Day Thai Tourist Visa

If you’re planning on using the 30-day visa exemption scheme then you don’t need to apply for anything. You will be allowed entry upon arrival and they will simply stamp your passport.

To apply for the tourist visa (either SETV/METV), you can do this online on the Thai E-Visa website . 

You should submit your application at least 15 working days before your planned travel date however most applications will be processed within a few days.

Mine took 4 working days to be approved.

You can also apply at the Thai Embassy in the country you’re in. You can check the directory here to find the closest to you.

What Do I Need To Apply For A Visa – Required Documents

Required documents:

• Passport/travel document valid for at least 6 months.
• Photograph of yourself taken within the last 6 months.
• Return or onward journey ticket e.g. plane ticket showing travel out of Thailand.
• Evidence of adequate finances – at least 20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family. A bank statement or pay slip should be fine.
• Proof of accommodation e.g. a hotel booking, Airbnb booking, letter of invitation from a family member.
• Confirmation of legal residence in your country e.g. a passport, driver’s license etc.

I actually applied for the SETV recently and was approved. I will say that the whole application process is really annoying and appears to be way more complicated than it needs to be.

The first thing to know is that the Thai visa website uses the same application form for every type of visa . 

This includes the tourist visas, students visas, work visas etc so the form includes a lot of irrelevant questions that don’t apply to tourists but it asks you anyway.

As an example, it asked me for the identity of the person inviting me to stay in Thailand.

As a tourist, nobody was inviting me to stay in Thailand so I was super confused about what they wanted me to upload.

I emailed the Thai embassy to ask what I was supposed to submit but I never received a reply unfortunately.

In the end, I just uploaded a blank document that says ‘I’m applying for a tourist visa so nobody is inviting me to stay’ and it was accepted.

It’s really annoying that they don’t tailor the form to each individual visa because I’m sure this confuses so many people.

My advice is that if the question doesn’t seem relevant and you literally can’t answer it then just upload a blank document and write the reason why you can’t provide it. I did this and it was accepted.

Important Information

After you arrive in Thailand, ensure you carefully check the immigration stamp so you don’t overstay your visa. The stamp will state the day you have to leave by.

The day of arrival counts as a day i.e. if your visa is valid for 60 days, the day of arrival will be day 1.

If you overstay your visa then you’ll have to pay 500 baht per day as a fine and you might be banned from re-entering Thailand for up to 10 years.

Extending Your Tourist Visa In Thailand

If you want to stay longer than your visa allows then you do have the option to extend your visa for 30 days by going to an immigration office. 

You can also now apply for a visa extension online but after it’s approved you’ll still need to go to the immigration office to get the stamp.

It costs 1,900 Baht (£45/$55) to extend your visa for 30 days. The extension is available for all visa types including the 30-day exemption, the SETV and the METV.

• If you have the 30-day exemption, your stay will be extended from 30 to 60 days.
• If you have the SETV/METV, your stay will be extended from 60 to 90 days.

All you need to do is fill in a few forms so it’s pretty easy but it regularly takes a few hours due to how busy the immigration office is.

You can only apply for this extension once per visit.

• Completed application form for extension (TM.7 form)
• Proof of onward travel from Thailand
• 2 passport photos taken within the last 6 months

There are immigration offices all over Thailand especially in the main tourist locations like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Krabi etc. 

Check out this helpful map for the closest office to you.

Can I get a 90 day visa for Thailand?

There is no 90-day visa however if you want to stay for 90 days you can get one of the 60 day visas (either SETV or METV) and extend the visa for 30 days at an immigration office whilst in Thailand.

When do I need to leave?

Upon arrival your passport will be stamped with your arrival date and an expiry date. 

Make sure you leave Thailand before midnight on the expiry date e.g. if your expiry date is the 9th August, you need to leave by 23.59 on the 9th August.

Can I apply for a visa in Thailand?

No, you cannot apply for a visa in Thailand. If you don’t have a visa when you arrive, you can get the 30 day visa exemption but cannot apply for the 60 day visa. 

For the SETV, you can apply in any country outside of Thailand. For the METV, you need to apply in your home country.

Do I need to book an onward flight?

You may be asked for proof of onward travel when you arrive in Thailand. I was asked for this recently and had to show my plane ticket.

There have been some reports of people being denied entry if they have a bus, train or boat ticket rather than a plane ticket. It should be fine but I’d get a plane ticket to be safe.

To be honest, most of the time you won’t be asked for any proof but it is a possibility so it’s best to have something prepared or you could be denied entry. 

A copy of your booking should be enough.

How can I apply for a Thai visa?

As mentioned above, you can apply online on the Thai E-Visa website . You can also apply in person at any Thai Embassy/Consulate.

Can I do a border run/visa run to get another visa exemption?

This used to be a really popular method of staying in Thailand. You could head to a nearby border, cross over and then cross back into Thailand activating another 30 day visa exemption.

Unfortunately, Thailand has cracked down on this and it is no longer possible. You can only enter Thailand on the 30 day visa exemption scheme twice a year via a land border.

You can still enter up to 6 times a year via an airport though.

If you have a METV, you can do a border run to re-activate your visa for another 60 days.

Can I be refused a visa extension?

Technically yes but this is very rare. If this does happen you will still get a 7 day extension. There are no appeals.

Can I extend my visa multiple times?

No, you can only extend your visa by 30 days once each time. If you leave the country and come back you could then extend it again.

Visa Exemption List

The below countries don’t need a visa to enter Thailand and can stay for 30 days. Exception: Cambodia and Myanmar can only stay for 14 days.

And that’s it!

Thanks for reading this guide on the 60-day tourist visa in Thailand. 

I try to update this page as often as I can to ensure all the information is still up to date but I’d still recommend checking with your local Thai embassy to ensure you’re eligible.

If you’re planning a trip to Thailand then you might wanna check out my ultimate bucket list for Thailand which includes all of the top things to see and do.

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To begin your Thai tourist visa application, you’ll need the following items:

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With your Thai Visa, you'll be able to enter Thailand through Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Don Mueang International Airport, Chiang Mai International Airport, or Phuket International Airport.

Upon arrival, you will need to present your tourist visa and your passport at the immigration area.

How do I apply for the Thailand visa online?

Completing the Thai visa application process is very easy. You’ll just need to follow these three steps and you’ll be done in no time.

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As we reported in GMS Flash Alert 2024-146 (12 July 2024), the Thai government announced new visa measures designed to promote tourism and stimulate Thailand’s economy, starting from 15 July 2024 . 1, 2, 3

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Overall, these measures aim to augment the appeal of Thailand as a place to visit, and to live and work.

The Destination Thailand Visa enhances opportunities for digital nomads, remote workers, and long-term travellers seeking to live and work in Thailand.

Also, the nationals of more countries will now benefit from the broader eligibility and options for staying in Thailand conferred by the new measures for the Visa on Arrival and a new 60-day Visa Exemption.

They also help facilitate – from a process perspective – entry and exit of foreign travellers from the eligible countries, reducing queues at immigration points of entry, and in many cases, obviating the need to secure visa extensions.

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The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) is designed for long-term travellers who are freelancers, digital nomads, or remote workers and who are participating in “Thai Soft Power” activities, including the spouse and children (under 20 years old) of DTV visa holders.

The requirements and benefits of Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) are as follows:

• For a visa fee of 10,000 Thai baht, the DTV is a five-year multiple-entry visa, permitting the holder to stay in Thailand for up to 180 days per entry, with an option to extend each stay for an additional 180 days through the Thai Immigration Bureau.
• After a maximum stay of 180 days plus an additional 180 days, DTV holders must depart the country, and can re-enter Thailand on the same DTV (within the five-year validity period of the visa).
• For DTV applications for the purpose of remote work, an employment contract or employment certificate from outside of Thailand is required — or a professional portfolio showcasing the status of the digital nomad, remote worker, foreign talent/specialist, or freelancer.
• For DTV applications for the purpose of participating in activities, evidence is required, such as confirmation of the applicant’s booking, or a letter confirming an appointment from a hospital / medical centre.
• For the visa holder’s spouse and children under 20 years of age, proof of the relationship with the DTV visa holder – such as marriage certificate, birth certificate – is required.
• Financial evidence, e.g., a bank statement, payslip, or sponsorship letter, is required to demonstrate that the applicants, or supporter/guarantor of applicants, have an amount of at least 500,000 Thai baht available or equivalent in other currencies.

The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) can be applied for at the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in the applicant’s country of residence.

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60-day visa exemption.

• Foreign nationals of 93 countries are allowed to stay in Thailand for a period of up to 60 days without a visa for purposes of tourism and short-term business engagements.
• Short-term business engagements can include 17 types of work/activities considered as necessary or urgent or ad-hoc.   Refer to the Notification of the Department of Employment, re: Prescription of Necessary or Urgent Works or Ad-hoc Works. 4

Visa on Arrival (VOA)

• Foreign nationals of 31 countries can apply for Visa on Arrival (VOA) at immigration checkpoints for the purpose of tourism, for a period not exceeding 15 days.

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We recommend that questions about eligibility, securing the appropriate documentation to support applications, making applications, and next steps be directed to the traveller’s usual immigration counsel or to a member of the Immigration team with KPMG in Thailand (see the Contacts section).

1  Announcing the introduction of the new “Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)” (in Thai), see The Royal Gazette , “ Announcement allowing foreigners to stay in the Kingdom for tourism purposes and remote work as a special case .”

2  For the announcement granting visa exemptions for passport holders from 90 countries and territories for short-term visits up to 60 days (in Thai), see The Royal Gazette , “ Announcement on countries/territories whose nationals are entitled to visa exemption for the purpose of tourism and short-term business engagements, for a period not exceeding 60 days .”

3  For notification of increasing the number of countries/territories whose nationals are entitled to Visa on Arrival (VOA) from 19 to 31 countries/territories (in Thai), see The Royal Gazette , “ Announcement on countries/territories whose nationals are entitled to Visa on Arrival (VOA) may apply for a Visa on Arrival (VoA) at immigration checkpoints .”

4  For the type of work/activities that are considered as necessary or urgent or ad-hoc that foreign nationals who have been granted the right to enter Thailand temporarily under a visa exemption, see The Royal Gazette, “ The Notification of the Department of Employment, Re: Prescription of Necessary or Urgent Works or Ad-hoc Works. ”

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Thailand Visa

A Thailand visa is required for most foreign nationals to travel to Thailand for tourism, business, investment, studying, medical treatment, mass media, religion, employment, visiting family, and other activities. Travelers are required to apply for the appropriate visa from a Thai embassy or consulate.

70 countries have bilateral treaties with Thailand, and their citizens are exempt from needing a visa to travel to the country for short stays. Under the Visa Exemption Program and Bilateral Agreements, 6 countries are granted the 90-day permit to stay, 62 countries are granted a stay of 30 days, and 2 countries are granted a stay of 14 days in Thailand. View the list of exempted countries here .

Depending on the purpose of travel, there are various types of visas available from Thai embassies and consulates, including:

• Transit Visa
• Tourist Visa
• Non-immigrant Visa (B, O, ED, OA etc.)
• Thai Elite Visa
• Diplomatic/Official Visa
• Courtesy Visa

Here are the most common types of visas foreigners can obtain for travel to Thailand:

• For tourism in Thailand
• Not for Business or Employment purposes
• Allowed to stay up to 60 days
• An extension is allowed for another 30 days
• For business in Thailand
• Must be employed or sponsored by a Thai Company
• Allowed to stay up to 90 days for single-entry visa or 1 year for a multiple-entry visa
• For studying in Thailand
• Allowed to stay up to 90 days for a single-entry visa or 1 year for a multiple-entry visa
• For retirees and spouses of citizens in Thailand
• Retirees must be 50 years or older
• Marriage must be to a Thai national
• 5 to 20-year renewable multiple-entry visa with an extendable 1-year length of stay per each entry
• An uninterrupted stay in Thailand without the usual need to leave the country every 90 days as with other visa types
• Expedited immigration and passport control processing when arriving in Thailand

Special Note

Most visa types can be extended if they are pending approval from Thai Immigration. This is called an “extension of stay.” Typically, a short-term extension of stay is granted for up to 30 days for a Tourist Visa or a Non-Immigrant Visa. Some visas allow the holder to apply for an extension of stay for one year, but it must be for one of the following purposes: Business, Education, Marriage, or Retirement. Holders of Tourist Visas must first convert to a Non-Immigrant Visa before the long-term extension of stay. Applying for visa extensions must be done at an immigration office by the traveler or an authorized agent such as a government-authorized General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA) like Siam Legal .

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Hi, I will be traveling to Thailand in Oct 2024, I am an Indian citizen, do I still need to go for visa on arrival process ? Do I need to pay visa on arrival fee still , as there is this visa exemption announcement for Indians .. plz let me know ?

Hello, Javeed Shah.

Indians are may enter Thailand either with a Visa on Arrival or through the Visa Exemption Scheme . For the Visa on Arrival, there is an entry fee of 2,000 THB.

For immigration-related questions, we recommend that you join the community here to learn more about how to enter Thailand: https://howtoenterthailand.com/

Hi, i am going to Thailand in December 2024, I know there are plans to extend the toerist visa from 30 to 60 days. Can you please tell me, when this new rules will pass? I am from Holland.

Kind regards Arnold

Hello, Arnold.

The Thailand Tourist Visa comes with a 60-day stay in Thailand that can be extended for an additional 30 days, totaling a 90-day stay in Thailand.

Hi, i am croatian and live in Singapore , do i need visa and can i book my flight and hotel

Hello, Marko.

As a Croatian passport holder, you are eligible to enter Thailand through the Visa Exemption Scheme .

Hi, I’ll be traveling from India to thailand for just 10 days stay in Thailand, under visa exemption scheme, do I still need visa on arrival and do I need to pay for that ? Or no visa is needed at all , just aa valid passport ? Thanks

As Indians can enter Thailand through the Visa Exemption Scheme or with a Visa on Arrival , you can choose which one would work best for you.

Hi, I am planning to travel from India to Thailand from 14th July, 2024 to 28th July, 2024. However, my passport is expected to expire on 15th Jan, 2025 giving me approximately 6 months and 1 day of validity from date of arrival in Thailand. Will I be allowed to travel/enter Thailand?

Hello, Malini Kapoor.

You should have no problem with traveling to Thailand, as the minimum passport validity requirement is 6 months.

Hi, I am planning to travel from India to Thailand from 14th July, 2024 to 28th July, 2024. However my passport is expected to expire on 15th Jan, 2025 giving me approximately 6 months and 1 day of validity from date of arrival. Will I be allowed to travel?

I need to stay in Thailand for some more time. I entered on a tourist visa for 30 days. Before that ran out I obtained an extension for a further 30 days. I now want to leave Thailand for 2 days, then come in again. Will I be allowed to get another 30 day tourist visa if I try to re enter, even though I have already had 60 days?

I hold a uk passport.

Yes. Please note that information about visas-on-arrival or visa exemption and visa extension are constantly changing.

For a deeper engagement and to gain practical travel tips, please join the community at http://www.howtoenterthailand.com . This platform is an excellent resource for connecting with others – exchanging travel tips, advice, and stories with fellow travelers and Thai tourism experts.

Hello, I am planning to visit Thailand from early September till mid December. I am Canadian. Can I get a visa for 30 days, the renew it for 30 days, then go to Cambodia for 2 weeks, re-enter Thailand after that and fly back to Canada 2 weeks later? Is this a workable plan?

Hello, Ryan.

There is no guarantee that you’ll be able to extend your stay through the Visa Exemption Scheme for an additional 30 days. If you wish to remain in Thailand for an additional 30 days, then it is advised that you leave Thailand and enter by air for the Visa Exemption Scheme again.

If you plan to leave and return to Thailand regularly, then it is recommended that you apply for a Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa , which will allow you to remain in Thailand for no longer than 60 days per visit over the duration of 6 months.

are there certain requirements for visiting Thailand for Indonesian passport holder who work in Hong Kong as domestic helper? Can they visit Thailand as tourists for a holiday without an employer with them,

Hello, Leia.

Holders of Indonesian passports are eligible to enter Thailand through the Visa Exemption Scheme and remain in the country for a total of 30 days, so long as they meet the set requirements.

Hi I am an Indian, will there be the visa fee and visa process after May 10 2024

Hello, Krishna.

The Thailand Visa Exemption Scheme for India has been extended to run from 11 May to 11 November, 2024, so you can still come to Thailand without needing to apply for a visa beforehand.

Hi. I am Travelling from India on May 13. Can i get visa on arrival?

Hello, Sail.

Yes, citizens of India are eligible for the Visa on Arrival.

Do Indian’s need visa for travelling to phuket in jan2024? I have read that no visa for India’s to increase the tourism.

Hello, Tyagi.

Up until 10 May 2024, India is under the Visa Exemption Scheme, which means you can enter Thailand strictly for tourism purposes without the need for a visa and can stay in Thailand for 30 days.

I am a Filipina visiting Thailand for 10 days. Being Asian, do I need to apply for visa?

Hello, Celia Tanaka.

As a citizen of the Philippines, You can enter Thailand through the Visa Exemption Scheme and stay in Thailand for 30 days.

Hi again, I have just received a link that states vaccine certificates and proof of negative tests for COVID are no longer required when entering Thailand, as of 30 September 2022. Is this correct?

Dear David,

Yes, that is correct. Please check this page: https://www.thaiembassy.com/weekly-updates/thailand-entry-requirements-for-october-2022 Thank you.

I am travelling to Bangkok on 5th – 11th November 2022 from the UK to attend an exhibition where i will have a business stand. Do i need to apply for a business Visa or not?

Dear Jason,

You may use the Visa Exemption stamp since the trip is only for 1 week.

Hi, together with my wife and two sons, we are visiting Thailand for a two week holiday in Phuket as of 21 October 2022. Am I correct in saying that we DO NOT require a VISA? Thank you

What nationality? For country who can enter without visa , please check this link https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thai-visa-exemption-and-bilateral-agreement

For more information about travel to Thailand, please check this link: https://www.thaiembassy.com/weekly-updates/thailand-entry-requirements-for-october-2022

Hi, I am planning to attend one education conference in Thailand. Originally, I am from Pakistan and staying in Finland. So what kind of Visa I should apply and how?

Dear Muhammad,

You can get the 90 day non immigrant visa. For application and assistance you can check this https://www.siam-legal.com/legal_services/thailand-visa-services.php

Can I get the retirement visa my self on line or do I have to pay someone to do it for me.

Dear Brian,

For application and assistance , check here https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-visa/Thailand-Retirement-Visa.php

For more information about travel to Thailand, please check this link: https://www.siam-legal.com/legal-guide/how-to-enter-thailand-2022-guide.pdf

Good morning! I’m belarusian, but living in Bangladesh. I’d like to visit Thailand as a tourist for couple weeks. Do I need a trourist visa? Thank you.

Yes, for application and assistance you can visit this https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-visa/Thailand-Retirement-Visa.php

If i want to stay in Thailand for 3 months and beyond, basically during winter. What do i need to do, based in the UK

Apply for 90 days non immigrant. For application and assistance , check this https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-visa/90-Day-Thailand-Visa.php

I would like to have an Elite Visa For Thailand.

We have sent you an email about the Thailand Elite Visa.

i am usa citizen my wife is chinese with greencard do we need visa to enter ??

If you are using US Passport, you can enter with visa exemption.

Hello Iam going on holiday to Thaïland is there a new law .. from 30 day stay to 45 day stay yet thank you

What nationality? You can check here if your country is eligible for 30 days visa free and additional 30 days extension . https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thai-visa-exemption-and-bilateral-agreement

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Dear Thomas,

I am planning to enter via Phuket and leave via Bangkok 45 days later. I hold an Australian passport. What visas do I need?

Hello Alvin,

Australian Passport Holders are not required to obtain a visa when entering Thailand for tourism purposes and will be permitted to stay in Thailand for a period not exceeding 30 days on each visit. However, if you will stay longer you can extend your visa in Immigration office for another 30 days.

Good afternoon,

I am planning a trip to Thailand, as a tourist I am allowed to there for 30 days without a visa. Am I able to extend it to an additional 30 days? If so how do i go about doing so?

Dear Christian,

Yes, you can extend your permit to stay for another 30 days. You only need to visit the local immigration office towards the end of your 30-day stamp and pay for the extension, it will cost 1900 THB. Thank you.

I am Australian and currently in Australia.I have lived in Thailand for the past 15 years and married a Thai National 10 years ago.I held a retirement visa for 12 years which ran out while I was back in Aus.I am anxious to get back as I have not seen my wife for 20 months.Do you have any suggestions Thank you.

As of 1 November 2021, travelers to Thailand need apply for a Thailand Pass to enter the country. If you are fully vaccinated and have spent at least 21 consecutive days in Australia, you are exempted from quarantine but must spend one night at an AS/SHA+ hotel to await your RT-PCR test results upon arrival. However, if you are unvaccinated you will need to quarantine for 10 nights.

I’m from Bulgaria, can I apply for STV visa?

Dear Boev, Good day. I regret to inform you that we do not have any information of the visa application and issuance of the Special Tourist Visa in Bulgaria. Thank you.

I want to teach english in Thailand but the common practice is to enter with a tourist visa, then get a work permit, then a non immigrant visa. How can potential english teachers enter Thailand from the United states to teach. any help will be appreciated.

Dear John, Good day. You have an option to apply for a tourist visa right now and then come to Thailand and change into a non Immigrant B visa. Right now, the best course of action is to find a job online and apply for the Non immigrant B visa prior to coming to Thailand to process the work permit. Thank you.

Hello. I am an American citizen but I’m living in Korea. Can I enter Thailand? Do I need to quarantine for 14 days? Where can I apply? Thanks for your consideration.

Dear Bijan, Good day. No one can enter Thailand without a visa and certificate of entry. The Thai embassy in Seoul is now issuing a tourist visa. You can apply directly from them them. After getting the visa, you can apply for the COE. The COE application requires mandatory quarantine. Thank you.

Hello Rex! Thank you so much for your help here. I am a US national. I have been in Thailand for almost two years on Non-immigrant O Spouse Visa, Multiple Entry. I am on my second year-long visa.

My current visa expires on December 18. I have an September 23 Amnesty extension from the BKK IO that is stamped November 23 (60 days) in my book, AND at the same time, the IO officer stapled a 90 Day in Kingdom Notice that’s dated from September 23 as well, but has an expiration of Dec 23.

On top of that, according to the Amnesty last minute extensions for people who missed the original Sept 27 date, all extensions before October 31, are automatically extended either 30 or 60 days from then, whichever extension they were granted.

SO! You see why I have questions.

1. Can I extend for another 60 days if I get the extension before either A, my Visa Expires, or B, the December 23 (or 31 date)?

2. Would it be better to apply for a new non-O Spous Mulitiple Visa and start over?

3. Or better to apply for a long term Spousal Visa. If so, by the time I apply, I will have had two months where I’ve transferred over 40k THB into my wife’s account from my account in the US, two months in a row. Does that replace the need for 400k THB in the bank for two months?

I certainly hope you’ve been able to follow this. I barely can. Thanks in advance. I can’t seem to find this info anywhere.

Dear Daniel, Good day. If you would prefer to extend your stay inside Thailand you have 2 options: 1. You extend for 1 year as a marriage visa. You do it before November 23. You need to have 400,000 THB in a Thai bank account prior to the extension. You will not be able to use income because you need to have 12 months banking history into your own Thai bank account in order to use that. 2. You may apply for the 60-day extension based on Thai wife. Thank you.

I am from Denmark. can i travel to Thailand to visit my girlfriend, for 2 month

Dear Knud, Good day. I regret to inform you that Thai Embassy in Denmark is not issuing the special tourist visa (STV) or the normal tourist visa (TRV) at this time. Thank you.

Hi for the trv visa for usa north Carolina ….the requirements of 17000 usd in bank, can it be a combination of credit card plus savings I have 10k usd in checking account plus 16k usd on credit card available…you think this can help pls? Thanks.

Dear Roy, Good day. For this particular question, it is best for you to call Thai Embassy in Washington DC or NYC. The post of the embassy only stated savings account. It did not mention credit card, so we can assume that credit card is not acceptable. Thank you.

Hi how are you I want to visit Thailand in march 2021 iam from usa Charlotte nc from my understanding I can apply for the 60 days tourist visa…what are the requirements.. are them the same as the spv…thanks swasdee krap

Dear Roynier, Good day. Yes, you can apply for the Tourist Visa or TRV. Please check this page: https://thaiembdc.org/2020/11/05/trsingle_entry/ If you need any assistance on the visa application, please let us know. Thank you.

Hello Yajnik

I have a 6 year old son who lives near Kabinburi with his mother and I am planning on going over to Thailand in December to spend a few months with my son and girlfriend , are my chances of this happening now that it is November still good , and will I obtain a visa easily as I have a son in Thailand .

Dear Grant, Good day. May I ask where are you located and your nationality? So that we can advise you if you can qualify for the Non O visa and COE. Thank you.

I just got admission to start a 2-year business full-time program starting April 1st, 2021 and it seems the 14-day quarantine will be in place for a while. How soon before my program start date can I apply for the Visa at the Thai embassy and how soon can I use it to enter Thailand?

For example, since my program start date is April 1st, 2021, can I apply as early as January 15, 2021?

Thanks Marvin

Dear Marvin, Good day. The visa application can take place or start it 1 to 2 months before your flight. Once the visa is issued you must travel or use it within 3 months. And when you arrive in Thailand, you will be given 3 months permit to stay. Thank you.

Thanks for the response. As I have been looking at the Visa application, there is a question about applicant’s occupation and employer. I have a full time IT job in my home country (USA) and I will be working remote while doing my MBA in Thailand. I will need to travel back to the USA couple times, though. I am wondering if having full time job while studying might create any issue, i.e., the consulate officer questing if I will be able to complete the entire program of study while having full time job.

Dear Marvin, Good day. That is just a standard question. You can leave it blank if you are not employed right now or fill it out if you are currently employed or you have your own business in the US. You answer to that question will not have a negative effect in your student visa application. Thank you.

Hello, do you have to apply for the new 90 Tourist Visa in your home country or can this be done on arrival in Thailand or from another country through which you are travelling? Thank you!

Dear Megan, Good day. Thailand has a travel ban therefore only limited group of foreigners and visa holder can enter. Please check this page for more information: https://www.thaiembassy.com/travel/can-you-enter-thailand-now-during-the-covid-19-crisis.php Thank you.

Hello again Yajnik

I forgot to mention that I am located in Scotland and have a British passport.

Dear Grant, Yes, you will be able to apply for a non immigrant O visa and COE at the Thai embassy in London. We have sent you an email about this. Please check your inbox or spam box. Thank you.

I am planning to enter into thai land in next month. The university is located in bangkok, and i am able to study the class through online. So i wish to study online class in south island of thailand. Is it caused problem when i renew my ED VISA?

Dear Shin, Good day. I do not see a problem for the visa, usually the visa is valid for 90 days and the visa extension is given for 1 year. The only issue will be the 90-day reporting. I suggest that you check with your university about your visa situation. Thank you.

Hi, I am Yajnik from India. Can I go to thailand for shorttime visa on arrival on january,2021 without quarentine?

Dear Yajnik, Good day. Yes, that will be possible only on the last quarter of 2021. That is around 365 days from now. If there will be a COVID-19 vaccine already. Thank you.

Hello My name is Ashok kumar , I am living in India and I am planning to come to Thailand for work Visa , i am getting work permit from my employee in Thailand. So could you please help me for that when Royal Thai Embassy in India will open and start taking application for Non Immigrant B visa . VFS Thailand in India is also not opening . please help me .

Thanks and regards, Ashok kumar

Dear Ashok, Good day. To get information about issuance of the visa in India and application for COE, please email [email protected] if you are in Delhi area. Thank you.

Just wondering when we can start applying for 60 day tourist visas?

Currently living in Ireland and looking to move to Thailand for a short period. Any help is appreciated.

Dear Dante, Good day. I would say that Special Tourist Visa (STV) and Normal Tourist Visa (TRV) will be back to normal processing in the beginning or middle of 2021. Thank you.

Hello, I would like to start an internship in Thailand in December, am I able to apply for an education/internship visa or a tourist visa so that I can start the internship on the intended start date?

Dear Midori, Good day. At the moment, the non-immigrant ED or B visa under internship is not bring issued due to the travel ban. You may have to wait until next year. You may also ask the school in Thailand where you will do an internship if they can assist you as well. Thank you.

Dear sir/madam

I would like to ask is that possible to have the 30 days extension of stay if we are students that already graduated from thai and our student visa is expired ? And I also heard that if we would like to apply for business visa we shall apply it in Thai embassy outside Thailand, Can I apply it inside Thailand because of the pandemic Thai border is closed and it is difficult for me to go back and forth from my country, Indonesia ?

Dear Amanulia, Good day. If your ED visa will expire in November or December, unfortunately you can only extend for 7 days. But you may contact the Immigration office if they can give you a longer extension such as COVID-19 extension which is 30 days or 60 days. Thank you.

Hello Rex, How can I get a retirement visa set up so I can travel now to Thailand? I am currently in Canada but would like to go next month to Thailand.

Dear John, Good day. The retirement visa cannot be set up in Thailand without you being here. My recommendation for you is to obtain the Non Immigrant OA retirement visa from Ottawa. You may take a look at this page for more information: https://ottawa.thaiembassy.org/en/content/non-immigrant-visa-category-o-a-o-x-long-stay Thank you.

Hello, I live in the USA. I am hoping to start an internship in Thailand in December. Am I able to get an education/internship visa or a tourist visa so that I could start the internship on the intended start date?

Dear Midori, Good day. Yes, a non-immigrant ED visa for internship is possible to be obtained right now and also apply for the Certificate of Entry or COE. Please get in touch with the Thai Embassy or check this page for more information: https://thaiembdc.org/onlinevisaapplication/ Thank you.

Hello, If an Irish national wants to stay for 29 days, but work remotely in a UK-based job for 8 of those days, what kind of visa is needed?

Many thanks

Dear Pauline, Good day. At the moment the visa exemption and the normal tourist visa are suspended. Please check this page for the list of visas being issued right now and are being permitted to enter Thailand: https://www.thaiembassy.com/travel/can-you-enter-thailand-now-during-the-covid-19-crisis.php Thank you.

I am in Thailand on a non immigrant type O spouse visa. I need to stay until the end of the year but my visa expires on the 11th of November. I dont think the 30 day extension will be long enough and the 1 year extension is way more than I need because I cant currently prove income because of Covid. Are there other options?

Dear Evan, Good day. As a foreigner married to a Thai national, you can apply for the 60-day extension. Please visit the Thai Immigration office before November 11th. You can use this 60 days extension to prepare for the 1 year extension application. Thank you.

I live in Canada and spend my winters in Thailand I would like to know how the embassy is picking dates and how much for the flights thank you for your help

Dear Paul, I have responded to your question about the flights. But also, please be advised that you will need a special visa to enter Thailand. Please refer to this page: https://www.thaiembassy.com/travel/can-you-enter-thailand-now-during-the-covid-19-crisis.php Thank you.

How much is the Embassy charging for flights?

Dear Paul, Good day. The embassy is not charging for the flights. The embassy will inform you which airline has an approved flight on a specific date and you may book the flight directly with the airline. Thank you.

Hello can I get a 3 month Non O volunteer visa and travel to Thailand?

Dear Vanessa, Good day. Thank you for your message. At this time, as per the website of the Thai Embassies, the non-immigrant O visa application for volunteer work is suspended. The application for the certificate of entry is also not allowed for the Non O volunteer visa. Have a good day.

Dear Sir Madam The Embassy of Thailand in Egypt Good afternoon

1-Please Advise Can Egyptian Citizens Proceed for the STV visa or it is for others nationalities ? 2-Please also advise will the embassy in Egypt open soon for the short stay visa or not ?

Many thanks in Advance Hani Fayez

Dear Hani, Good day. You may visit this page for the information of the STV: https://www.thaiembassy.com/travel/thailand-special-tourist-visa.php Thank you.

Good day,our question is simple but I am getting different replies from others. We have a flight from UK to BKK in November with Emirates via Dubai in transit for a short time (2hrs approx) could you please confirm the documentation currently required to enter BKK. Someone mentioned that the rules have changed last weekend.Our holiday is 22/29 Nov. regards keith and Leena Staley

Dear Keith, May I ask what type of visa do you have for Thailand? Have you managed to apply for the Certificate of Entry for Thailand? If you are planning to enter just as a tourist, please check this link: http://www.thailongstay.co.th/stv_visa.html Thank you.

I’m Egyptian can I have a business visa

Dear Ahmed, Yes, you can apply for a business visa if you are a business owner in Egypt and you have a Thai business partner that you will travel to Thailand to conduct business with. Please call the Thai embassy in Cairo for more information. Thank you.

Greetings! Is there any possibility to apply ED visa remotely , because of covid restrictions situation ?

Dear Olga, May I ask if you are in Thailand or are you abroad? Which country? The Non ED visa is based on enrolment in a university? Thank you.

Hi, we are Malaysian and I will be posted to work in Songkhla next month. My company will apply a working visa for me, but I intend to bring my family along and will enroll my kids to the Thai schools. May I know the what kind of visas to apply for them?

Dear Liew, You can get a non immigrant B visa and your whole family can apply for the Non Immigrant O visa as dependants. All of you can apply together at the Thai embassy in KL. All of you must also apply for the Certificate of Entry to Thailand. Thank you.

Hi Sir/Madam,

With refer to the below advise, when can I apply non-immigrant O visa for my family? Is it upon the receipt of my working visa? how long is the processing time for the visa and lastly, how long this non-immigrant O visa last for?

“Dear Liew, You can get a non immigrant B visa and your whole family can apply for the Non Immigrant O visa as dependants. All of you can apply together at the Thai embassy in KL. All of you must also apply for the Certificate of Entry to Thailand. Thank you.”

Dear Liew, If you are still abroad, you can apply altogether. The Non B visa and Non O visas are valid for 90 days upon entry. For the processing time, I highly recommend that you contact Thai Embassy in KL. Thank you.

Dear Sirs, My son and family live in Chiang Mai. His wife is Thai and their children were born in Thailand. We would like to visit Thailand for a long stay. We have heard that Thailand might be allowing tourist Visas for 90 days renewable for another 90 days. We would like to go for a minimum of 90 days and possibly longer. We are quite aware of the quarantine requirements. Can you please tell us how to proceed. Thank you very much.

Dear Marilyn, Good day. Yes, you can apply for the Special Tourist Visa. Please check this page for more information on how to get this visa: http://www.thailongstay.co.th/stv_visa.html Thank you.

Would a person from France be allowed to apply for the new Special Tourist Visa?

Dear Pat, I would recommend for you to check this page: http://www.thailongstay.co.th/stv_visa.html Thank you.

Hello, excuse me please, I need to know the prices of non immigration O and volunteer visa, and how can I do anyone of these, I’m from Egypt, I’ve been in Thailand for one year and six months now, and I’m still in Thailand, I’m 35 year old if that will help.

Dear Abdelsalam, I regret to inform you that we do not have any information about the Non Immigrant O volunteer. All we know is that some agencies are doing the visa in Kalasin, Khon Kaen and Pattaya. It sounds dodgy to me. Who volunteers in those places? I recommend that you contact the local immigration office where you live. If you stay in Bangkok, please call 1178 for more information. Thank you.

Hi my name is Iris and I live in Canada. My husband has the work permit and is working in Thailand now. I wonder what type of visa should I apply for going to Thailand to stay with him and what support documents should I prepare? Thanks.

Dear Iris, You can can apply for the Non Immigrant O visa as dependant. You can apply for the visa at the Thai embassy in Ottawa. You must also apply for the Certificate of Entry to Thailand. You need proof of marriage and copy of his passport and visa in Thailand. Please call the Thai Embassy in Ottawa for more information. Thank you.

I am married to a Tahi National now for 6 years. Wish to come to stay for 2 months JjAN / fEB at our Thai House in UDON TAHNI. can I apply for Postal Visa and what documents do I need and proof . thank You

Dear John, Good day. Yes, you can apply for the Non Immigrant O visa for having a Thai wife. You need to submit a copy of the marriage certificate and copy of ID card of your Thai wife. The application for the visa and the certificate of entry is done online. I recommend that you contact the Thai Embassy in your country for more information about the visa application. Another option for you is the special tourist visa or STV, if you are qualified, you must get in touch with the local Thai Embassy or the Tourism Authority of Thailand in your current location for more information. Thank you.

I am living and working in Thailand. My boyfriend would like to come on a long stay tourist visa from South Africa. South Africa has just opened for international travel.

How do I apply for permission to enter Thailand? Is it allowed for South africans?

Dear Simone, The travel ban is still in place. However, Thailand will allow limited numbers of long stay foreign tourists under the Special Tourist Visa (STV) Program.  The visa is valid for 90 days which can be extended for another two 90-day extensions. This long stay visa is open to foreign nationals  travelling to Thailand with the intention to stay long term as tourist to boost the tourism industry. According to the head of Thailand Tourism Office, this is available to the countries in the Top 10 of the global COVID-19 Index or ones who haven’t had new cases for say 28 days will be allowed. -The applicant must agree to undergo 14-day quarantine in a quarantine hotel accredited by the Thai government and the applicant must also provide COVID-19 health insurance covering the first 3 months of stay. -The applicant must apply for the visa and certificate of entry prior to traveling to Thailand. The Thai Embassy will be the one to arrange the flight to Thailand so it is recommended not to book any commercial flight.  -Applicant must also provide a negative result of a COVID-19 PCR test issued within 72 hours before the flight.  If he is qualified, he must get in touch with the local Thai Embassy or the Tourism Authority of Thailand in Pretoria for more information.

Have a good day.

Hi my name is alan barry toon. I am looking for a 90 day non-immigration visa I am married to a thai and live in phetchabum province. I work for 5 months a year in the uk What support documents do you reguire for the visa? Do you have a application form(s) to fill in

Dear Alan, If you are in Thailand, you need to visit the Phetchabun immigration office and file for TM86 or TM87 for the non immigrant O visa. You need to provide proof of marriage and proof of funds in your Thai bank account. Thank you.

Hello, I live in the United States. I would like to be considered for the new Special Tourist Visa when it becomes available. I am able to quarantine in an ASQ facility for 14 days, and have hotel reservations in Pattaya following from January 16, 2021-March 31, 2021.

I believe I would be able to fly to Seoul, and then on to Bangkok via a Thai Air charter if necessary.

Can you assist with visa arrangements?

Dear Mark, -Starting October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021 Thailand will allow limited numbers of long stay foreign tourists under the Special Tourist Visa (STV) Program.  The visa is valid for 90 days which can be extended for another two 90-day extensions. This long stay visa is open to foreign nationals  travelling to Thailand with the intention to stay long term as tourist to boost the tourism industry. According to the head of Thailand Tourism Office, this is available to the countries in the Top 10 of the global COVID-19 Index or ones who haven’t had new cases for say 28 days will be allowed. -The applicant must agree to undergo 14-day quarantine in a quarantine hotel accredited by the Thai government and the applicant must also provide COVID-19 health insurance covering the first 3 months of stay. -The applicant must apply for the visa and certificate of entry prior to traveling to Thailand. The Thai Embassy will be the one to arrange the flight to Thailand so it is recommended not to book any commercial flight.  -Provide a negative result of a COVID-19 PCR test issued within 72 hours before the flight.  If you are qualified, you must get in touch with the local Thai Embassy or the Tourism Authority of Thailand in your current location for more information. Have a good day.

I want to know about “Elite visa”. Could you explain about “Elite visa” please?

Dear Grace, The Thai Elite Visa is a special tourist visa valid for 5 years. This is a privilege given to the members of Thai Elite Club. You need to pay 500,000 THB fee to become a member of Thai Elite. Once you are a member, the club will assist you in your visa application. The processing time for the membership takes 1-2 months and another few weeks for the visa. Thank you.

Hi i am medical doctor from iran ,i have australian medical exam in bangkok in feb 12 ,Can i apply for visa ?

Dear Mahsa, Good day. Please contact the Thai Embassy in Tehran if you can obtain a visa and certificate of entry. At this time, your purpose of visit is not on the list for the visa and COE applications. Thank you.

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