Thailand Visa

Explore Thailand, a mystical land brimming with breathtaking natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and diverse culinary delights. From the majestic mountains of Chiang Mai to the pristine beaches of Phuket, every corner unfolds a never-ending journey of discovery. Thailand is not just a tourist destination; it's an adventure immersed in the unique blend of tradition and modernity. Embarking on a journey to Thailand opens the door to a realm of diverse experiences, and understanding Thailand visa options enhances the planning process. Thailand offers various types of visas tailored to different purposes, ensuring that travelers can find the most suitable option for their needs. Each Thailand visa type has its unique requirements and conditions, emphasizing the importance of thorough research before application. For example, for those seeking a leisurely visit, the Tourist Visa provides a flexible stay of up to 60 days, extendable for an additional 30 days. Travelers from certain countries may enjoy Thailnd Visa Exemption, allowing a short stay without a formal visa application. Follow Visa5s.com in this article to know more about Thailand visa types and requirements need to be prepared before your trip.

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THAILAND VISA POLICY – VISA EXEMPTION FOR ORDINARY PASSPORTS

On January 28, Thailand and China mutually waived the agreement. Specifically, The reciprocal visa-free regime with China will be effective from 1 March 2024. Besides, due to bilateral visa exemption agreements with Thailand, nationals from the listed countries and territories can enjoy entry without the need for a visa. This privilege extends for the specified duration mentioned below. Entry is permissible through any port of entry unless stated otherwise. The duration of stay is 30 days at a time, no more than 90 days within any 180 days.

Please note: The information provided is subject to change based on new regulations from the Thai government or updated agreements with other countries. Always check for the latest information before planning your travels.

Visa Duration	Country/Territory
90 days within any 6 months	Argentina, Brazil, Chile, South Korea, Peru, Russia
30 days	Brunei, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Macao, Mongolia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam
14 days	Cambodia, Myanmar (for air arrivals only)

THAILAND VISA POLICY – TOURIST VISA EXEMPTION SCHEME

Under the Tourist Visa Exemption Scheme, citizens from various countries and territories worldwide can enter Thailand for tourism purposes without a visa, enjoying a stay of up to 30 days. This exemption applies to citizens of the following countries: Brunei; Indonesia; Malaysia; Singapore.

Additionally, citizens from the following countries and territories are also eligible for the scheme. However, they are restricted to a maximum of two visa-exempt entries per year when entering Thailand via land or sea, with no such limitation when entering by air: European Union (All European Union member states except Croatia); Andorra; Australia; Bahrain; Brazil; Canada; China; Hong Kong; Iceland; India; Israel; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kuwait; Liechtenstein; Maldives; Mauritius; Monaco; New Zealand; Norway; Oman; Peru; Philippines; Qatar; San Marino; Saudi Arabia; South Africa; South Korea; Switzerland; Taiwan; Turkey; Ukraine; United Arab Emirates; United Kingdom; United States.

THAILAND VISA POLICY – VISA ON ARRIVAL (VOA)

Feature	e-VOA	VOA
Type	Single entry	Single entry
Duration of stay	15 days	30 days
Validity	3 Months	N/A
Visa Fee	Standard: 2,560 THB Express: 4,560 THB	Standard: 2,000 THB Express: 2,200 THB
Processing Time	Standard: 24-72 hours Express: less than 24 hours	May take up to several hours
Proof of Fund	20,000 THB (upload proof online)	10,000 THB cash/person 20,000 THB cash/family, or equivalent foreign currency
Extendable	No	Not specified
Application Submission	thailandevoa.vfsevisa.com	Visa office at the port of entry
Eligible Citizens	Bhutan, Bulgaria, China, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Fiji, Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Malta, Mexico, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Romania, Russia, Taiwan, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu

THAILAND VISA POLICY – E-VISA

Feature	eVisa
Type	Multiple	Single
Validity	6 Months	3 Months
Duration of stay	60 days
Visa Fee	Depends on the applicant's nationality and resident place (cheaper than VOA)
Processing Time	3-10 working days
Proof of Fund	60,000 THB (upload proof online)	20,000 THB (upload proof online)
Extendable	Yes
Application Submission	https://www.thaievisa.go.th/
Eligible Citizens	European Union (All European Union member states), Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, China, Colombia, Congo, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guam, Haiti, Hong Kong, Iceland, Jamaica, Kosovo, Libya, Liechtenstein, Macao, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Nauru, North Korea, Norway, Puerto Rico, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Serbia, South Korea, Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City.

THAILAND VISA APPLICATION DOCUMENTS FOR VIETNAMESE & FOREIGNERS - CLASSIFIED BY PURPOSE OF ENTRY

Vietnamese citizens are exempt from Thai visas with a stay of less than 30 days regardless of the purpose of entry. Therefore, for cases where Vietnamese citizens want to enter and stay for less than 30 days, there is no need to apply for a Thai visa. The only condition is that your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Thailand.

However, for those who want to enter and stay in Thailand longer-term, you need to apply for a Thai visa to secure your trip.

ORDER OF DOCUMENT CHECKLIST	DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR THAILAND VISA APPLICATION IN VIETNAM
DOCUMENT SPECIFIED FOR THAILAND TOURISM VISA	Proof of accommodation: Booking hotel reservations; Bank account statement within 3 months and proof of finances for the trip; For a 6-month Thai tourist visa: Vietnam Temporary residence card; Vietnam Work permit
DOCUMENT SPECIFIED FOR THAILAND BUSINESS AND COMMERCE VISA	Documents from the inviting company in Thailand Invitation letter from the company's partner in Thailand; Business registration of a Thai company; List of shareholders; Company profile; Details of the company's business fields and lines of business; Company location map; Balance sheet, company income statement; Tax records: Por Por 20 (VAT); Por Por 30 of the last 3 months; Por Ngor Dor 50 of the most recent year; Thai ID card/Passport bio page from the side of the invitee.
	Documents from the Vietnamese company Employee certification (job position, working term, salary, purpose of entering Thailand); Labor contract (photocopy with company seal); Business trip decision letter; Proof of finances if the applicant is a business owner; Consular legalization translation of the business registration certificate of the company in Vietnam.
DOCUMENTS APPLY GENERALLY TO ALL APPLICANTS	Passport or travel document valid for no less than 6 months Thailand Visa application form filled out and signed Recent photos (4 x 6 cm) Booking round-trip flights Hotel booking Trip schedule Bank account statement (accept online bank statements) If another person submits the application, an authorization letter provided by the Thai Embassy
SPECIFIC DOCUMENTS FOR FOREIGNERS	Have documents proving legal residence in Vietnam: Vietnam work permit is still valid Visa or Vietnam Temporary Residence Card is still valid Having a sponsored company in Vietnam that guarantees the documents
THAILAND VISA PROCESSING TIME	Processing time is 2–3 working days Cases after review time are at least 1-2 weeks
THAILAND VISA DURATION	Thailand visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue.
PERIOD OF STAY AND NUMBER OF ENTRIES	3-month single-entry visa: maximum stay of 60 days and 1 entry 6 month/1 year multiple-entry visa: maximum stay of 60 days each time and multiple entries
LOCATION TO SUBMIT THAILAND VISA APPLICATION	Consulate General of Thailand in Ho Chi Minh: Address: 77 Tran Quoc Thao, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City Thai Embassy in Hanoi: Address: 16 Phan Boi Chau, Cua Nam, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Above is some general information that we have compiled for our readers regarding Thailand visa. Follow us in Thailand visa for foreigners in Vietnam to learn more about the procedures for obtaining a Thailand visa.

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