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Thailand visa on arrival

Citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia can apply for a 15-day visa at designated entry checkpoints.

Ways to get a Thailand visa on arrival

  1. Visa at the entry point

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia.

    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. Use a designated checkpoint offering visas on arrival.
    2. Apply at the entry-point visa office.
    3. Pay the applicable fee.

Who needs it

Eligible travellers who choose to get their visa at the entry point can use this option.

How to apply

  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.

What to bring

  • You may be asked to show 10,000 THB cash per person or 20,000 THB cash per family, or the equivalent in foreign currency.

Good to know

  • The stay cannot be extended.
  • You must use a designated checkpoint.
  • Designated airports include Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Hua Hin, Krabi, Phuket, Samui, Sukhothai, Surat Thani, Trang and U-Tapao.
  • Designated land and harbour checkpoints also offer visas on arrival.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Thailand?

Eligible travellers who choose to get their visa at the entry point can use this option.

How long can I stay on a Thailand visa on arrival?

15 days.

How much does a Thailand visa on arrival cost?

Standard: 2,000 THB. Express: 2,200 THB.

How long does a Thailand visa on arrival take?

May take several hours, depending on how busy the visa office is.

What documents do I need for a Thailand visa on arrival?

You may be asked to show 10,000 THB cash per person or 20,000 THB cash per family, or the equivalent in foreign currency..

How do I apply for a Thailand visa on arrival?

1. 1. Arrive at a designated checkpoint offering visas on arrival. 2. 2. Apply at the visa office at the entry point. 3. 3. Pay the applicable fee.

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

The stay cannot be extended. You must use a designated checkpoint.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival 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 visa on arrival 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.

Where do I check the latest Thailand visa on arrival rules?

On Thailand's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

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