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Thailand Visa Guide

Comprehensive guide to visas and immigration for Thailand. Find the right visa for your stay, whether you're visiting as a tourist, working, studying, or planning to retire in the Land of Smiles.

Visa Exemption
Most popular option for tourists - No visa required!

Duration

60 days per entry

Extended from 30 to 60 days as of June 2024

Extension Available

Additional 30 days at immigration office

Fee: 1,900 THB

Requirements

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Proof of onward travel (ticket out of Thailand)
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of sufficient funds (20,000 THB per person or 40,000 THB per family)

Eligible Countries (30)

United Kingdom
United States
Australia
Canada
Germany
France
Italy
Japan
South Korea
Singapore
Malaysia
Hong Kong
Netherlands
Belgium
Sweden
Denmark
Norway
Finland
Switzerland
Austria
Spain
Portugal
Ireland
New Zealand
Israel
South Africa
Brazil
Argentina
Chile
Peru

Land border entries have the same 60-day allowance as air arrivals.

All Visa Types

Tourist Visa (TR)
For tourists who want a longer initial stay or are from non-exempt countries.
Single Entry Tourist VisaTR-S
60 days
40 USD
Multiple Entry Tourist VisaTR-M
60 days
200 USD
Non-Immigrant O Visa
For those visiting family, retirement, or volunteering in Thailand.
Marriage/Family
Retirement
Volunteer
Guardian of Thai Child
Non-Immigrant B Visa
For business activities or employment in Thailand.
Employment
Business
Teaching
Non-Immigrant ED Visa
For students studying in Thailand.
Thai Language School
University
Muay Thai / Cooking School
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
Long-term visa for remote workers, digital nomads, and those pursuing soft power activities.
180 days per entry, up to 5 years
10,000 THB

For remote workers, digital nomads, and soft power activities

Thailand Elite Visa
Premium long-term visa program with VIP privileges.

Premium VIP Program

Starting from 600,000 THB (5 years)

VIP services, airport assistance, golf memberships

Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR)
10-year visa for wealthy individuals, professionals, and retirees.
10-year renewable visa
50,000 THB application fee

For wealthy individuals, professionals, and retirees

Quick Reference

90-Day Reporting
Mandatory address reporting

All foreigners staying longer than 90 days must report their address to immigration.

Re-entry Permits
Keep your visa when traveling

Required to leave Thailand and return without losing your visa/extension.

Single Re-entry1000 THB

Until visa expires or used

Multiple Re-entry3800 THB

Until visa expires

Leaving Thailand without re-entry permit cancels your visa extension

Overstay Penalties
Important to avoid

Daily Fine

500 THB per day (maximum 20,000 THB)

Additional Consequences:

  • Entry ban for extended overstays
  • Detention and deportation possible
  • Blacklisting from future entry

Important Links

Thai Immigration Bureau

Official immigration website

Thai Embassy Portal

E-visa applications

90-Day Online Reporting

TM47 online system

Thailand Elite Visa

Premium visa program

LTR Visa Application

Long-Term Resident visa

Important Disclaimer

Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with official sources before travel.

Last updated: 2025-01-15