Visa Requirements
Thailand Visa Requirements
Planning your trip to Thailand? Here's what you need to know about visa rules for tourists and short-term visitors.
Visa-Free Entry (Up to 60 Days)
Travelers from the following countries and territories can enter Thailand without a visa for tourism or short-term business purposes, staying up to 60 days:
| Albania | Dominican Republic | Jordan |
| Andorra | Ecuador | Kazakhstan |
| Australia | Estonia | Korea (ROK) |
| Austria | Fiji | Kosovo |
| Bahrain | Finland | Kuwait |
| Belgium | France | Laos |
| Bhutan | Georgia | Latvia |
| Brazil | Germany | Liechtenstein |
| Brunei | Greece | Lithuania |
| Bulgaria | Guatemala | Luxembourg |
| Cambodia | Hong Kong | Macao |
| Canada | Hungary | Malaysia |
| China | Iceland | Maldives |
| Colombia | India | Malta |
| Croatia | Indonesia | Mauritius |
| Cuba | Ireland | Mexico |
| Cyprus | Israel | Monaco |
| Czechia | Italy | Mongolia |
| Denmark | Jamaica | Morocco |
| Dominica | Japan | Netherlands |
| New Zealand | Sweden | Switzerland |
| Norway | Oman | Taiwan |
| Panama | Papua New Guinea | Tonga |
| Peru | Philippines | Trinidad and Tobago |
| Poland | Portugal | Qatar |
| Romania | Russia | San Marino |
| Saudi Arabia | Singapore | Slovakia |
| Slovenia | Spain | Sri Lanka |
| South Africa | Türkiye | Ukraine |
| UAE | UK | USA |
| Uruguay | Uzbekistan | Vietnam |
- ✅ No visa needed
- ✅ Stay up to 60 days
- ✅ Just bring a valid passport and proof of onward travel
Visa on Arrival (VOA)
If your country isn't on the 60-day visa exemption list, don't worry — you might still qualify for a Visa on Arrival (VOA). This is available for nationals of 31 countries and territories.
Details:
- Fee: 2,000 THB
- Stay: Up to 15 days
- Entry: Single entry only
Eligible countries and territories:
| Armenia | Georgia |
| Belarus | India |
| Bhutan | Kazakhstan |
| Bolivia | Kyrgyzstan |
| Bulgaria | Malta |
| China | Mexico |
| Costa Rica | Namibia |
| Cyprus | Nauru |
| El Salvador | Papua New Guinea |
| Ethiopia | Paraguay |
| Fiji | Romania |
| Russia | Saudi Arabia |
| Serbia | Seychelles |
| Taiwan | Tunisia |
| Uzbekistan | Vanuatu |
| Venezuela |
✨ If your country is marked with a star (*) and also appears in the 60-day visa-free list, you can choose either Visa-Free Entry or VOA based on your travel plans.
Quick Tips
- Passport Validity: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months upon entry.
- Onward Ticket: You may be asked for proof of onward or return travel.
- Accommodation Info: Have your hotel booking ready (print or digital copy).
- Cash: Carry proof of sufficient funds (~10,000 THB per person).
Arriving Soon?
No worries! Thailand makes it easy for travelers with lots of immigration checkpoints where you can apply for VOA if needed.
Pro Tip: Skip the long lines by applying for a VOA online through Thailand’s e-visa portal (if available for your nationality).
WRUGoing’s Take
Thailand is incredibly welcoming to tourists — whether you’re here for beaches, temples, food, or festivals, they’ve made it super simple for you to enter. Pack your bags, check your passport, and you’re good to go!
