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Thailand tourist visa

Your passport determines whether you can visit without a visa or need a tourist visa. A tourist visa allows an initial stay of 60 days.

Ways to get a Thailand tourist visa

Visa-free entry for 90 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, South Korea and Peru can visit for tourism without a visa.
Stay
Up to 90 days.
Passports that qualify (5)
Visa-free entry for 30 days
No visa needed
Citizens of ASEAN member states other than Cambodia and Myanmar, all European Union member states, all European Free Trade Association member states and all Gulf Cooperation Council member states qualify. The individually named countries and territories also qualify.
Stay
Up to 30 days.
Passports that qualify (24)
Visa-free entry for 15 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Mauritius and Seychelles can visit for tourism without a visa.
Stay
Up to 15 days.
Passports that qualify (2)
- Mauritius
- Seychelles
Visa-free entry for 14 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Cambodia and Myanmar can visit for tourism without a visa.
Stay
Up to 14 days.
Passports that qualify (2)
- Cambodia
- Myanmar
Tourist visa from an embassy or consulate
Visa needed
Travellers seeking a tourist stay can apply before arriving in Thailand.
Stay
An initial 60 days. One additional 30-day extension is available.
Valid for
Varies with the number of entries purchased.
Entries
Depends on the visa purchased.
Fee
The extension costs 1,900 THB. The initial visa fee is not specified.
1. Apply at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate before arriving.
2. Use the visa before its validity ends.
Tourist e-Visa
eVisa
Travellers applying for a tourist visa online.
Stay
60 days; extendable.
Valid for
3 months for a single-entry visa; 6 months for a multiple-entry visa.
Entries
Single or multiple.
Fee
Depends on nationality and place of residence; described as cheaper than a visa on arrival.
Processing
3–10 working days.
1. Apply through the Thailand e-Visa website.
2. Upload proof of funds.
3. Allow 3–10 working days for processing.
Apply on the official website
Tourist visa on arrival
Visa on arrival
Citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia can apply at designated entry checkpoints.
Stay
15 days; not extendable.
Entries
Single.
Fee
Standard: 2,000 THB. Express: 2,200 THB.
Processing
May take several hours, depending on how busy the visa office is.
Passports that qualify (3)
1. Arrive at a designated checkpoint offering visas on arrival.
2. Apply at the visa office at the entry point.
3. Pay the applicable fee.
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
Planned ETA (an online travel permit)
eTA needed
The plan covers visa-free travellers entering by air, sea or land.
Entries
A separate application was planned for each entry.
Fee
Planned to be free.

Who needs it

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a suitable visa.

Who doesn't

Eligible passport holders can visit without a visa for 14, 15, 30 or 90 days, depending on their nationality.

How to apply

Check whether your passport qualifies for visa-free entry.
If you need a tourist visa, apply online or at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate before travelling.
Use your visa before its validity ends.

Good to know

Visa-free entry through a land border is generally limited to twice per calendar year. Citizens of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore are excepted.
A tourist visa or visa-free entry may be extended once for an additional 30 days.
An online travel permit was planned for visa-free travellers. Its launch is not confirmed in the information provided.
Nationals of certain countries, and travellers arriving from those countries, need a yellow fever vaccination certificate unless they can show they do not live in the affected areas. Failure to meet this rule may lead to refusal of entry.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Thailand?

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a suitable visa. Eligible passport holders can visit without a visa for 14, 15, 30 or 90 days, depending on their nationality.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Thailand?

There are 9 options: Visa-free entry for 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 30 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 15 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 14 days (no visa at all); Tourist visa from an embassy or consulate (a visa from an embassy); Tourist e-Visa (an online visa); Tourist visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Electronic visa on arrival (an online visa); Planned ETA (an online travel permit) (an online travel permit).

Who can go to Thailand without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, South Korea and Peru can visit for tourism without a visa. Citizens of ASEAN member states other than Cambodia and Myanmar, all European Union member states, all European Free Trade Association member states and all Gulf Cooperation Council member states qualify. The individually named countries and territories also qualify. Citizens of Mauritius and Seychelles can visit for tourism without a visa. Citizens of Cambodia and Myanmar can visit for tourism without a visa.

Can I apply online for Thailand?

Yes: Tourist e-Visa, Electronic visa on arrival and Planned ETA (an online travel permit). Travellers applying for a tourist visa online.

How long can I stay on a Thailand tourist visa?

Visa-free stays range from 14 to 90 days. A tourist visa allows an initial stay of 60 days.

How much does a Thailand tourist visa cost?

A tourist visa or visa-free stay can be extended once for 30 days for 1,900 THB.

How do I apply for a Thailand tourist visa?

1. 1. Check whether your passport qualifies for visa-free entry. 2. 2. If you need a tourist visa, apply online or at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate before travelling. 3. 3. Use your visa before its validity ends.

What rules do I have to follow on a Thailand tourist visa?

Visa-free entry through a land border is generally limited to twice per calendar year. Citizens of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore are excepted. A tourist visa or visa-free entry may be extended once for an additional 30 days.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist 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.

Can a tourist visa for Thailand be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

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