Schedule a trip to Thailand is the best idea you can have! Indeed, the land of smiles offers many unusual activities in splendid natural and cultural landscapes. So that no inconvenience hinders your dream getaway, you will need to inform yourself of all the details relating to your Visa application.
Aside from the documents to be provided, certain aspects such as the duration of stay Or the number of entries authorized must be taken into account. In this article we will answer the question ofimposition or not of an entry date, once the visa has been obtained.
Types of Thai visa
First of all, if you want visit Thailand for a period of less than 60 days, you will have no need for visa. In fact, all you need is a return ticket proving the duration of your stay and a passport with a minimum validity of 6 months.
If you wish to stay there longer, you will have to start the visa application procedure. Fortunately, the process has been simplified by the Thai ministry by becoming 100 % online. The demand for a e-Visa is now done on the dedicated website.
You can request several types of visas.
- The TR Single visa : it only allowsonly one entry. The maximum duration of a stay should not exceed 60 days.
- The Multiple TR visa : he authorizes multiple entries. The maximum duration of a stay should not exceed 60 days.
- The Multiple visa has a validity of 6 months and you will be entitled to a 60-day stay for each entry.
- The non-immigrant visa O, B or ED with a maximum duration of 90 days. With this type of visa, you can stay more than 60 days on the Thai territory.
Deadlines for Thai visas
To submit your application Visa application, you must count 30 days minimum before your scheduled premiere date entrance. Embassies, particularly Thai embassies, can take a long time to process files. THE returns are equally very common because the Thai authorities are very demanding in terms of formats, supporting documents, etc. However, don't worry, you will probably be monitored by an expert throughout the process to avoid returns.
Once your application is accepted, your tourist visa will be valid for 3 months from the date of deposit. The entry date must therefore be fixed before the 3 months have passed! Please note, if you plan to spend only a few days in Thailand, leave the territory and then return, be aware that your visa will be automatically canceled if it is not multiple entry.
Furthermore, you can extend your visa for one month, without having to file another application. Simply contact the Thai immigration services and pay some fees.