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Thailand e-visa

Thailand offers online visa applications. Tourist e-Visas allow 60-day stays, with single-entry and multiple-entry options.

Ways to get a Thailand e-visa

  1. Single-entry tourist e-Visa

    eVisa

    Travellers applying online for a single-entry tourist visa.

    Stay
    60 days; extendable.
    Valid for
    3 months.
    Entries
    Single.
    Fee
    Depends on nationality and place of residence; described as cheaper than a visa on arrival.
    Processing
    3–10 working days.
    1. Submit your application at the Thailand e-Visa website.
    2. Upload proof of 20,000 THB.
    3. Allow 3–10 working days for processing.
    Apply on the official website

  2. Multiple-entry tourist e-Visa

    eVisa

    Travellers applying online for a multiple-entry tourist visa.

    Stay
    60 days; extendable.
    Valid for
    6 months.
    Entries
    Multiple.
    Fee
    Depends on nationality and place of residence; described as cheaper than a visa on arrival.
    Processing
    3–10 working days.
    1. Submit your application at the Thailand e-Visa website.
    2. Upload proof of 60,000 THB.
    3. Allow 3–10 working days for processing.
    Apply on the official website

  3. Electronic visa on arrival

    eVisa

    Travellers eligible for a visa on arrival.

    Stay
    15 days; not extendable.
    Valid for
    30 days.
    Entries
    Single.
    Fee
    Standard: 2,560 THB. Express: 4,560 THB.
    Processing
    Standard: 24–72 hours. Express: less than 24 hours.

    Passports that qualify (3)

    Apply on the official website

Who needs it

Travellers who need a tourist visa can apply through the online visa system.

Who doesn't

Travellers who qualify for visa-free tourist entry do not need a tourist visa for that permitted stay.

How to apply

  1. Apply through the Thailand e-Visa website.
  2. Upload proof of funds for your chosen entry option.
  3. Allow 3–10 working days for processing.

What to bring

  • Proof of 20,000 THB for a single-entry tourist e-Visa.
  • Proof of 60,000 THB for a multiple-entry tourist e-Visa.

Good to know

  • Thailand fully adopted e-Visa from 1 January 2025.
  • Electronic visas on arrival have different fees, stay limits and processing times.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Thailand?

Travellers who need a tourist visa can apply through the online visa system. Travellers who qualify for visa-free tourist entry do not need a tourist visa for that permitted stay.

What are the ways to get a e-visa for Thailand?

There are 3 options: Single-entry tourist e-Visa (an online visa); Multiple-entry tourist e-Visa (an online visa); Electronic visa on arrival (an online visa).

Can I apply online for Thailand?

Yes: Single-entry tourist e-Visa, Multiple-entry tourist e-Visa and Electronic visa on arrival. Travellers applying online for a single-entry tourist visa.

How long can I stay on a Thailand e-visa?

60 days; extendable.

How much does a Thailand e-visa cost?

Depends on nationality and place of residence; described as cheaper than a visa on arrival.

How long does a Thailand e-visa take?

3–10 working days.

How long is a Thailand e-visa valid?

Single entry: 3 months. Multiple entry: 6 months. Entries: Single or multiple..

What documents do I need for a Thailand e-visa?

Proof of 20,000 THB for a single-entry tourist e-Visa.; Proof of 60,000 THB for a multiple-entry tourist e-Visa..

How do I apply for a Thailand e-visa?

1. 1. Apply through the Thailand e-Visa website. 2. 2. Upload proof of funds for your chosen entry option. 3. 3. Allow 3–10 working days for processing.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Thailand?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Thailand visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

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