The Kingdom of Thailand has completely digitalized its visa application procedure for most travel reasons (tourism, studies, business, conference, etc.), for maximum stays ranging from 60 days has 5 years, for most nationalities. Once the file has been submitted, it is not processed in Thailand but in the Thai embassy closest to the traveler's home. Count 5 weeks to obtain it with consular fees starting at 35,00 €.
L'Thai embassy has established a grid of consular fee amounts depending on the type of visa. These are understood “ excluding processing costs "per passenger.
- Visa ED, B or O : 70,00 €
- Single entry TR Tourism Visa : 35,00 €
- Visa Tourisme TR-M multiple entries Or Long-stay OA : 175,00 €
- Very long-stay visa OX : 350,00 €
You will need to enter Thailand within 3 months following the issuance of the visa.
It is necessary to count 5 weeks minimum to obtain a Thai visa
Nationalities eligible for the Thailand visa
All nationalities are eligible for a Thai visa, regardless of whether the traveller has a normal, service or refugee passport, as long as they live near an embassy (all of Europe is concerned for example).
Since 1 June 2024, passports from more than 93 countries are visa-free for tourist or business stays less than 60 days in Thailand. The nationalities listed can only benefit from this exemption scheme 2 times a year by sea or land entry, and without limit for air entry ⤵️
🇿🇦 South Africa
🇦🇱 Albania
🇩🇪 Germany
🇦🇩 Andorra
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
🇦🇺 Australia
🇦🇹 Austria
🇧🇭 Bahrain
🇧🇪 Belgium
🇧🇹 Bhutan
🇧🇷 Brazil
🇧🇳Brunei*
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
🇰🇭 Cambodia
🇨🇦 Canada
🇰🇭 China
🇨🇾 Cyprus
🇨🇴 Colombia
🇰🇷 South Korea
🇭🇷 Croatia
🇨🇺 Cuba
🇩🇰 Denmark
🇩🇲 Dominique
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
🇪🇨 Ecuador
🇪🇸 Spain
🇪🇪 Estonia
🇺🇸 United States
🇫🇯 Fiji
🇫🇮 Finland
🇫🇷France
🇬🇪 Georgia
🇬🇷 Greece
🇬🇹 Guatemala
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
🇭🇺 Hungary
🇮🇳 India
🇮🇩 Indonesia*
🇮🇸 Iceland
🇮🇪 Ireland
🇮🇱 Israel
🇮🇹 Italy
🇯🇲 Jamaica
🇯🇵 Japan
🇯🇴 Jordan
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
🇽🇰 Kosovo
🇰🇼 Kuwait
🇱🇦 Laos
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein
🇱🇹 Lithuania
🇱🇺 Luxembourg
🇲🇴 Macau
🇲🇾 Malaysia*
🇲🇻 Maldives
🇲🇹 Malta
🇲🇦 Morocco
🇲🇺 Mauritius
🇲🇽 Mexico
🇲🇨 Monaco
🇲🇳 Mongolia
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🇳🇿 New Zealand
🇳🇴 Norway
🇴🇲 Oman
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
🇵🇦 Panama
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🇵🇪 Peru
🇵🇭 Philippines
🇵🇱 Poland
🇵🇹 Portugal
🇶🇦 Qatar
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
🇨🇿 Rep. Czech
🇷🇴 Romania
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇷🇺 Russia
🇸🇲 San Marino
🇸🇬 Singapore*
🇸🇰 Slovakia
🇸🇮 Slovenia
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
🇸🇪 Sweden
🇨🇭 Switzerland
🇹🇼 Taiwan
🇹🇴 Tonga
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
🇹🇷 Türkiye
🇺🇦 Ukraine
🇺🇾 Uruguay
🇻🇳 Vietnam
* no entry limit, no matter the means (air, sea or land)
Can I get a visa on arrival in Thailand?
The following nationalities are eligible for a visa on arrival in Thailand for stays up to 30 days, upon presentation of a return plane ticket taking off within 30 days of arrival.
🇧🇹 Bhutan
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
🇨🇳 China
🇨🇾 Cyprus
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
🇫🇯 Fiji
🇬🇪 Georgia
🇮🇳 India
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
🇲🇹 Malta
🇲🇽 Mexico
🇳🇷Nauru
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
🇵🇬 Pap. N-Guinea
🇷🇴 Romania
🇷🇺 Russia
🇹🇼 Taiwan
🇻🇺 Vanuatu
Travelers aged over 50
Whether you are retired or not, Thailand has dedicated a range of specific visas to people over 50 years old requesting a long-stay visa of up to 10 years (2x 5 years):
- Short stay visa (O Visa): up to 60 days in Thailand
- Long stay visa (O-A Visa): up to 1 year in Thailand
- Very long stay visa (O-X Visa): up to 5 years in Thailand, renewable on site
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Normal case processingAuthorities issue documents without significant delay
The Thai visa in summary
| Format | Digital only |
|---|---|
| Number of entries | Depends on visa |
| Leadtime | 5 weeks |
| Length of stay | 0 to 5 years |
| Validity | 3 months upon filing |
| Consular fees | Of the 35,00 € |
For a trip to Thailand, it is likely that you will need a Visa depending on your nationality, place of residence, length of stay or reason for travel.
Thai visa, is available for many travel reasons ranging from tourism (TR or TR-M), business/business (B), studies/conference (ED) or even long-stay, family or volunteering (O). Thailand is known for complexity of its procedures and the requirement in the document format to provide. We support you to minimize the risk of refusal.
The price of an e-visa for Thailand, excluding processing fees, starts at 35,00 € per traveler. Certain nationalities can travel to Thailand without a visa for a short stay and as part of a time-limited tourism recovery program. Children must also submit a file, like an adult.
We advise you to apply at least a month before your planned arrival in Thailand. Once your Thai visa has been obtained, you will have 3 months to enter the country.
When to go to Thailand?
- From November to February : It's high season in Thailand, with pleasant temperatures and little rain. This is the ideal time to visit northern Thailand and discover its many tourist attractions. Prices are generally higher during this time and tourist destinations can be crowded.
- From March to May : It is the hot and dry season in Thailand, with high temperatures and little rain. This is a great time to visit the beaches of southern Thailand and go scuba diving. Prices are generally lower during this time and tourist destinations are less crowded.
- From June to October : It's the rainy season in Thailand, with high temperatures and frequent rain. It is an ideal time to discover the lush nature of the country and enjoy indoor activities. Prices are generally lower during this time and tourist destinations are less crowded.
Places to visit in Thailand
Thailand is a country rich in cultural and natural heritage that is full of wonders to discover. Among the must-sees, the capital Bangkok is a vibrant and bustling city, with historic temples, bustling markets and vibrant nightlife. HAS Chiang Mai, a city in northern Thailand, you can admire Buddhist temples, explore night markets and enjoy outdoor activities. The islands of Phuket, Koh Samui And Koh Phi Phi are famous for their white sand beaches, crystal clear waters and water activities.
For nature lovers, the national park of Khao Yai, located in central Thailand, is home to abundant wildlife, including elephants, tigers and monkeys. The historic temples ofAyutthaya, an ancient city that was once the capital of Thailand, are a must-see for history buffs. The Bridge of the River Kwai, located in Kanchanaburi province, is a famous railway bridge built by Allied prisoners of war during World War II.
The Golden Triangle, a region located on the border between Thailand, Laos and Burma, is famous for its opium trade and for its magnificent landscapes. About 100 kilometers from Bangkok, the floating market of Damnoen Saduak is a colorful market set on the water and offering fresh fruits, vegetables and artisanal products.
Factsheet
- Official name of the country : Kingdom of Thailand
- Location : Asia
- Capital city : Bangkok
- Area : 513,115 km2
- Religion : Theravada Buddhism
- Language : Thai, Chinese (English very common)
- Cash : Baht (THB)
- Climate : Overall tropical
- Time zone : UTC +7
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Security : Certain areas are prohibited for tourists: Demilitarized zone (DMZ) along the Thai border with Cambodia, tribal area of Pattani, national park of Khao Yai, among others.
Vaccines in Thailand
Health : Travelers aged 9 months and over coming from countries at risk of transmission of yellow fever, as well as those having transited through an airport in a country where yellow fever is present, are required to present a certificate of vaccination against this disease upon their arrival in Thailand.
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