General Information

• Consular officers reserve the right to request additional documents and the right to cancel or reject any visa application without prejudice.
• Applicants must provide genuine documents and true information. If it is found that applicants have submitted false documents or inaccurate information,
  the application will be rejected. The concerned applicants will be reported for appropriate action and may be banned from entering Thailand in the future.
• The visa validity is not the same as the period of stay in Thailand. The period of stay permit begins on the first day of arrival in Thailand, whereas the visa validity starts from the date of visa issuance. If you apply for visa too early, your visa may expire before your trip, and you will need to re-apply.

NOTE: Not all visa types are listed here. For more information on other types of visas, please visit https://www.thaievisa.go.th

 

Tourist Visa “TR” (Single Entry / Multiple Entries)

• Single-Entry Tourist Visa is valid for one entry into Thailand for purposes such as tourism, recreational learning, participation in MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions – only if supported by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau), visiting family residing in Thailand (less than 60 days), or medical treatment (less than 60 days). This visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance and permits a stay of 60 days from the date of entry, with the possibility of extending the stay for additional 30 days at any Thai immigration office. Once you leave the country, the visa is no longer invalid.
• Multiple-Entries Tourist Visa allows multiple entries into Thailand while the visa continues to remain valid. This valid is valid for 180 days and permits a stay of 60 days per each entry from the date of entry.

 

Required documents:

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of financial means: At least 20,000 THB per person or 40,000 THB per family (e.g. bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).
4. Proof of travel booking confirmation indicating entry and exit from Thailand (e.g. round-trip ticket or proof of onward travel to a third country).
5. Proof of accommodation in Thailand (e.g. hotel reservation or an invitation letter from a resident in Thailand).
6. Proof of current location.

 

Additional documents:

• For MICE: letter from the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB).
• For recreational learning: acceptance letter from the institute or organizing company.
• For medical treatment (for less than 60 days): appointment letter from a hospital or medical facility.
• For family visit: personal information of the family member in Thailand (e.g. ID, passport, visa page, or stay permit).

 

Visa processing fee: 40 USD (single entry) or 200 USD (multiple entry)

 

Visa validity: 3 months (single entry) or 6 months (multiple entry)

Transit Visa

This visa is issued for the following purposes:

1. Transit through Thailand with onward travel to third country or return to home country (Category “TS”).
   
   *** International passengers may only transit at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, or Phuket International Airports. No visa is required if the layover is less than 12 hours. A Transit Visa is required if the layover exceeds 12 hours or involves changing airports.***

 

2. Athletes participating in sports events (Category “S”).
3. pilots or captains in charge of vehicles towards ports or stations in Thailand, or crew members (Category “C”).

 

Required documents:

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of financial means: At least 20,000 THB per person (e.g., bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).
4. Proof of travel booking confirmation indicating entry and exit from Thailand (e.g. round-trip ticket or proof of onward travel to a third country).
5. Proof of accommodation in Thailand (e.g. hotel reservation or an invitation letter from a resident in Thailand).
6. Proof of current location.

 

Additional documents:

• For the “S” category (Sports): letter from the sports event organizer in Thailand.
• For the “C” category (Crew): employment certificate for crew members.

 

Visa validity and processing fees

	Single Entry	Multiple Entries (2, 3 or 4 entries)
Validity	3 months	3 or 6 months
Duration of Stay	30 days	30 days per each entry
Fee	35 USD	70 / 105 / 140 USD

 

Non-Immigrant Visa “B”

This type of visa is intended for applicants who wish to conduct business in Thailand (Business Visit), applicants who wish to work in Thailand (Employment), or applicants who are employed as academic staff or teachers in Thailand (Teaching). This visa allows a continuous stay of 90 days in Thailand. Once the applicant leaves Thailand, the visa is no longer valid. After the completion of 90 days, the applicant may contact the Immigration Office of Thailand to extend their stay according to the duration of the employment contract.

 

Required documents:

Non-Immigrant “B” Category (Business)

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of financial means: At least 30,000 baht per person (single entry) or 120,000 baht per person (multiple entries) (e.g. bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).
4. Invitation letter from the company in Thailand issued by business partners or associates, indicating the duration of stay and the purpose of the visit.
5. Proof of current location.

 

Non-Immigrant “IB” Category (Business) – only for business visits to a company approved by the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI)

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of financial means: At least 30,000 baht per person (single entry) or 120,000 baht per person (multiple entries) (e.g. bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).
4. Letter from the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI).
5. Proof of current location.

 

Non-Immigrant “B” Category (Employment)

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of financial means: At least 30,000 baht per person (e.g. bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).
4. WP32 (an approval letter from the Ministry of Labour of Thailand) or work permit in case of Non-Immigrant B visa renewal

*Only Japanese nationals are exempt from the WP32 requirement.

5. Proof of current location.

 

Non-Immigrant “B” Category (Teaching)

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of financial means: At least 30,000 baht per person (e.g. bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).
4. Letter issued by the appropriate authority in Thailand, such as the Ministry of Education, a university, or an international school, etc.
5. Criminal record certificate from the country of residence.
6. Proof of current location.

 

Visa processing fee: 80 USD (single entry) or 200 USD (multiple entries)

Visa validity: 3 months (single entry) or 6 months (multiple entries)

 

Non-Immigrant Visa “ED”

This type of visa is issued to all applicants who wish to study (primary, secondary,  tertiary and higher education levels) or undertake a curricular internship in Thailand.

 

This visa allows a continuous stay of 90 days in Thailand. Once the applicant leaves the country, the visa is no longer invalid. After the completion of 90 days, the applicant may contact the Immigration Office of Thailand to extend their stay according to the duration of the course.

 Required documents:

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of financial means (e.g. bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter covering tuition fees and living expenses).
4. Proof of current location.

 

Additional documents:

• In case of studying at primary or secondary levels, a letter from elevant authority under the Ministry of Education or international school and a letter confirming the school enrollment details signed by an authorized person, along with a copy of the signer’s ID or passport, are required.
• In case of studying at higher education levels, a letter from the University and a letter confirming the school enrollment details signed by an authorized person, along with a copy of the signer’s ID or passport, are required.
• In case of curricular internship, a letter confirming the internship from the applicant’s university or educational institute and a letter confirming internship or participation in a program from the company/international organization are required.
• In case of taking a short course in Thai or English language, or attending Muaythai training, a letter from the relevant authority under the Ministry of Education or letter from relevant organizations, including the Sports Authority of Thailand, and a letter confirming the school enrollment details signed by an authorized person, along with a copy of the signer’s ID or passport, are required.

 

Visa processing fee: 80 USD

Visa validity: 3 months

 

Non-Immigrant Visa “F” (holders of ordinary passports)

• This type of visa is issued to applicants holding an ordinary passport who wish to attend official missions with the Thai government, a foreign government, or an international organization based in Thailand. This visa allows a continuous stay for a period of 90 days in Thailand.
• For holders of diplomatic and official passports wishing to apply for a Non-Immigrant F visa, please contact the Royal Thai Embassy directly via email at [email protected]

 

Required documents:

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of current location.
4. Note Verbale from the sending State or international organization specifying the details of mission or an invitation letter.

 

Visa processing fee: 80 USD

Visa validity: 6 months

Non-Immigrant Visa “O”

This type of visa is issued to applicants who wish to enter Thailand for the following purposes:

- To stay with your Thai family residing in Thailand (more than 60 days).

- To stay with your foreign family residing in Thailand (more than 60 days), such as a parent, spouse, or child under sponsorship or as part of the same household.

- To engage in voluntary work (unpaid) with government agencies, state enterprises, registered foundations or associations in Thailand, or foreign foundations or associations authorized to operate in Thailand.

- For Thai nationals who have renounced their Thai citizenship and wish to visit Thai relatives or return to live in Thailand.

- To be a party or witness in a legal proceeding.

- For retirees in Thailand (pensioners aged 50 or older with a government pension who wish to stay in Thailand for no more than 90 days).

- To receive medical treatment (for more than 60 days).

 

This type of visa allows a continuous stay of 90 days in Thailand. Once the holder leaves the country, the visa becomes invalid. After 90 days, the applicant may contact the Immigration Office of Thailand to extend their stay: https://www.immigration.go.th

Required documents:

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of current location.
4. Proof of financial means: At least 30,000 baht per person (e.g. bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).

 

Additional documents:
- If staying with family in Thailand, such as a spouse or relative (for more than 60 days): proof of relationship with the family member in Thailand.

 For spouse: a marriage certificate and a letter stating that they are still married and he/she acknowledges your visit.

For children: a birth certificate and a letter acknowledging your visit.

For the spouse of a foreigner: a marriage certificate, a valid visa, and a valid work permit.

For children of a foreigner: a birth certificate, a valid visa, and a letter from the educational institution.

               

- If your family residing in Thailand is not Thai, personal details of the family member in Thailand are required (e.g., ID, passport, and visa or residence permit page in Thailand).

 

- If your family residing in Thailand is Thai, personal details of the family member in Thailand are required (e.g., ID, passport, and visa or residence permit page in Thailand) as well as proof of financial means indicating a monthly income of no less than 40,000 THB or a current balance of 400,000 THB (e.g., bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).

 

- If you are a party or witness in a legal proceeding: document indicating one-time participation in the legal process (Single Entry) or a scheduled series of participations (Multiple Entries).

 

- If you are doing voluntary work (unpaid): letter confirming the voluntary work from the government agency or state enterprise/letter confirming the voluntary work from the registered foundation or association and proof of registration of the foundation or association along with a copy of the signer’s ID/letter confirming the voluntary work from a foreign foundation or association authorized to operate in Thailand and proof of the foreign foundation’s authorization to operate in Thailand along with a copy of the signer’s passport and work permit.

 

- If a Thai national who renounced Thai citizenship wants to visit Thai relatives or return to live in Thailand: proof of former Thai citizenship.

 

- If retired in Thailand (for no more than 90 days): proof of financial means showing monthly income of no less than 65,000 THB or a current balance of 800,000 THB (e.g., bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).

 

- To receive medical treatment (for more than 60 days): proof of financial means covering medical fees and living expenses (e.g., bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter), appointment letter from the hospital/medical center.

 

Visa processing fee: 80 USD

Visa validity: 3 months

 

Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)

This type of visa allows holders to stay in Thailand for up to 180 days per entry and is valid for 5 years. Holders may apply for an extension of stay only once for a maximum period of another 180 days at the Thai immigration office. After the initial 180-day stay and the corresponding 180-day extension, it is necessary to leave and re-enter Thailand using the same DTV visa within its validity period.

 

Eligible applicants for DTV:
1. Digital nomads, remote workers, and freelancers.
2. Participants in activities related to “Thai soft power” (e.g., Muaythai courses, Thai culinary training, Thai sports training, medical treatments).
3. Spouse and dependent children (under 20 years old) of DTV visa holders.

 

 Required documents:

1. Biographical data page of the passport or travel document with a validity of no less than 6 months.
2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months, in color, with a light background, taken from the front, without dark glasses, reflections, or clothing covering the facial outline.
3. Proof of current location.
4. Proof of financial means: At least 500,000 baht per person (e.g. bank statement for the last 3 months or official sponsorship letter).

 

Additional documents:

• Digital nomads / Remote work: employment contract or certificate of employment in your country or professional portfolio proving status as a digital nomad, remote worker, foreign talent, or freelancer.
• Cultural activities and medical treatments: confirmation of attendance for the activity or appointment letter from the hospital/medical center.
• Spouse and children: DTV visa of the DTV holder and proof of relationship with the DTV holder (e.g., a copy of the marriage certificate, birth certificate, or adoption certificate).
  
  

Visa processing fee: 400 USD

Visa validity: 5 years

 

*** According to the law on the tax status of foreign residents in Thailand, a DTV visa holder would become a Thai tax resident if they stay in Thailand for more than 180 days, earn income abroad, and bring that income into Thailand in any fiscal year. ***