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Visa information

Visa fee is nonrefundable, please double check all information before submit: Visa fee is nonrefundable, please make sure that all information is correct before submit. Double check all information especially if your device is using auto fill or auto correct.

Attention: Per the regulation, the Embassy "can not" issue a visa for foreign nationals who are currently in Thailand. All travelers need to obtain a visa before entering Thailand.

Attention: Consular officers reserve the right to request additional documents as deemed necessary and also reserve the right to reject any application without having to provide reason.

Royal Thai Embassy’s Holidays in August – September 2022

Friday

12 August

H.M. Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother’s
Birthday Anniversary (TH)

Monday

5 September

Labor Day (U.S.)

Visa fee

Visa Processing Time

Processing time is up to 15 business days. This means within 15 business days, you should see the status update on your visa application dashboard (due to a large number of applications, the Embassy does not check individual status, applicants may check their status by themselves - see common questions for more information). It is recommended to plan ahead and apply for a visa around 1 month prior to the departure date.

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E-visa Stickerless

Since 27 September 2021, the Royal Thai Embassy has been implementing "stickerless" E-visa service. It is no longer required to submit passport and original documents via mail to the Royal Thai Embassy. (Please see procedures for each visa below).

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Travel to Thailand for vacation and stay less than 30 days?

As one of the Countries listed for Visa Exemption and Visa on Arrival, U.S. Passport Holders are not required to obtain a visa when entering Thailand for tourism purposes and will be permitted to stay in Thailand for a period not exceeding 30 days on each visit or 15-day stays if arriving by land-crossing.

Attention:

Due to a large number of applications, the Embassy does not check individual status, applicants may check their status by themselves through their account on E-visa portal- see common questions for more information). All visa applications that applied for more than 15 business days may contact the Embassy. Please note that processing time is up to 15 business days and application will be reviewed base on first come first serve basis.

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Announcement on new e-Visa Stickerless System

From 18 February 2021, visa applicants in the United States are required to apply online through the website https://www.thaievisa.go.th/. For instructions on the Thailand e-visa, please check the User Manual or watch the Video User Manual.

Since 27 September 2021, the Royal Thai Embassy has been implementing “stickerless”
E-visa service. Please note that it is no longer required to submit passport and original documents via mail to the Royal Thai Embassy.

After the E-visa application has been approved, a confirmation email will be sent to applicants.
It is kindly requested to print a copy of the confirmation email to present to airline and
the Thai Immigration Officials to carry out checks when traveling to Thailand

Type of Visas to Thailand

For Tourism purposes (Visa Exemption scheme) and Visa on Arrival

U.S. Passport Holders are not required to obtain a visa when entering Thailand for tourism purposes and will be permitted to stay in Thailand for a period not exceeding 30 days on each visit
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Tourist visa (TR - Single entry and METV multiple entries)

Tourist visa TR (Single Entry only)
This Visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issuance. Travelers must enter Thailand within the said 3-month period. They will be allowed to stay in Thailand for a period of up to 60 days, counting from the date of entry. *The extension is possible for another 30 days, with a maximum period of stay of 90 days, counting from the date of entry. (click here for more information)

Tourist visa TR (Multiple entries)
Multiple Entries Tourist Visa (METV) is valid for 6 months from the date of issuance. Travelers must enter Thailand within the said 6-month period. They will be allowed to stay in Thailand for a period of up to 60 days, counting from the date of entry. *The extension is possible for another 30 days, with a maximum period of stay of 90 days, counting from the date of entry. (click here for more information)

*For extension of stay, please contact Immigration Bureau directly once you are in Thailand*

Special Tourist visa (STV) - single entry only

STV is valid for 3 months from the date of issuance. Travelers must enter Thailand within the said 3-month period. They will be allowed to stay in Thailand for a period of up to 90 days, counting from the date of entry. STV may be extended twice while the visitor is in Thailand for a period of up to 90 days per each extension.
STV cannot be changed to any other types of visa during the duration of stay in Thailand
STV can be chosen on Thai E-visa portal (Tourism purpose and stay no longer than 90 days). Please note that STV requires more documents than a regular Tourist Visa. (For example, travelers must provide proof of long-stay accommodation for the whole period in Thailand).
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*Airbnb or staying with friend / family does not qualified for STV visa*

Persons on diplomatic or consular missions or under International organizations, or representatives of foreign governments or agencies performing their duties in Thailand, or any other persons in international agencies, that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs gives permission pertaining to necessity, including their spouse, parents, or children

Category D = Diplomatic purposes (i.e. posting in Thailand)
Category F = Official purposes (i.e. meeting with Thai government, official trip)

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Category D = Diplomatic purposes (i.e. posting in Thailand)
Category F = Official purposes (i.e. meeting with Thai government, official trip)

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Persons or representatives of foreign governments or agencies performing officials duties in Thailand that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs gives permission pertaining to necessity.

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Non-Thai nationals who are spouses, parents, or children of Thai nationals

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For Thailand long stay/retirement visa (O, O-A, and O-X) or who is currently holding re-entry permit for such visas

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Non-Thai nationals who have a certificate of residence, or have been permitted to take up residency in the Kingdom, including their spouses or children

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Non-Thai nationals who are spouses or children of a work permit holders (or have been granted permission to work in the Kingdom in accordance with Thai laws)

For Work permit holders / or applicant who have been granted permission to work please see Non-immigrant type B

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For Volunteers or NGO workers (O) and their spouses or children (O)

– A Volunteer or NGO worker should apply for a type “O” [voluntary work NGO/Charity/Association (without salary)]

– While spouse and children of the volunteer/NGO worker should apply for a type “O” [visiting and staying with applicant’s family resided in Thailand (more than 60 days)]

– Please make sure that support letter from the NGO / organization includes all travelers and indicate the relationship with worker.

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For Spouses or children of Religious / Missionary workers (R)

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Non-Thai nationals who are parents or guardians of students of educational establishments in Thailand approved by Thai authorities

Non-Thai nationals who have a work permit or have been granted permission to work in the Kingdom in accordance with Thai laws (i.e. teacher, employee who receive salary from company in Thailand)

For applicants who work for / invest through BOI, please choose type of visa as IB

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Non-Thai nationals wishing to enter Thailand for Conducting business/Meeting / Attending seminar or workshop / Visit facility for branch company or Investing/Saving in Thailand

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Non-Thai nationals who are students of educational establishments in Thailand approved by Thai authorities, including their parents or guardians

This type of visa includes study and internship.

For the parents and/or guardians of ED visa holders, type of visa is Non-O (dependent visa or staying with family reside in Thailand)

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For Thailand Privilege Cardholders, please contact Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. (Thailand Elite) directly to request for authorization. At this stage, without authorization from Thailand, the Royal Thai Embassy can't issue a visa for Elite cardholders.

– Please note that the Thai Elite Visa can not be applied through E-visa portal
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For Work permit holders - Religious / Missionary works (R)

(click here for more information)

For Media production or Filming

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Non-Thai nationals who need to receive medical treatment in Thailand, including their accompanying persons, except for treatment for COVID-19

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VISA Section Contact Information

Tel. (202) 640-5658, (202) 298-4804

Email: visa@thaiembdc.org