Question 1

Which countries can get a visa on arrival in Thailand?

Accepted Answer

The passports that currently qualify for a visa on arrival are: Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia. Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Consular Department publishes the official list, alongside separate lists of nationalities that can enter visa-free. A visa on arrival is only issued at designated checkpoints, so check that your arrival airport or border crossing offers it before you travel. Visa on arrival doesn't replace the Thailand Digital Arrival Card: every foreign visitor still has to submit it online before arriving. If your passport isn't on the list, you'll most likely need an eVisa for most passports.

Question 2

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand?

Accepted Answer

For your passport, Thailand requires an eVisa for most passports. Since 15 September 2026, Thailand gives each nationality one entry scheme: a tourist visa exemption (how long you can stay depends on your country and any bilateral agreement), visa on arrival for a small group, or an e-Visa applied for online before travel. Visa-free entry covers tourism only, and most exempt travelers can enter through land or sea border posts no more than twice per calendar year. Every traveler, visa or not, must also complete the TDAC. If you need a Tourist Visa, PassportsAndVisas.com can prepare and submit your e-Visa application.

Question 3

Do US citizens need a visa for Thailand?

Accepted Answer

Under Thailand's revised scheme, in force since 15 September 2026, Americans entering without a visa are admitted for tourism only. Your passport must be valid for at least six months on arrival. Immigration may ask to see enough funds and proof of onward travel, and visa-free entries through land or sea border posts are limited to twice per calendar year. To stay longer, apply for a Tourist Visa before you travel; the government fee is $38. Business, work or study trips need the right visa. PassportsAndVisas.com can handle the e-Visa application for you.

Question 4

What are the new entry rules for tourists visiting Thailand in 2026?

Accepted Answer

The extended visa-exemption scheme Thailand introduced in 2024 ended on 15 September 2026. Depending on your passport, you may now enter visa-free for a shorter stay, get a Visa on Arrival, rely on a bilateral agreement, or need a visa before you travel. For your passport, that means an eVisa for most passports. Visa-exempt visitors arriving over land also face a limit on how often they can enter that way each calendar year, with exceptions for some ASEAN neighbours. Every non-Thai traveler must also submit the TDAC online before arrival. If you want to stay longer than a visa-free visit allows, get a tourist visa before you go.

Question 5

Can Australians go to Thailand without a visa?

Accepted Answer

A tourist exemption is for holidays and short visits. If you plan to work, study or stay longer, you'll need a visa that matches your purpose. For a longer holiday, you can apply for a Tourist Visa (TR) through Thailand's official e-Visa system before you leave Australia. The government fee for Australian passport holders is $38. PassportsAndVisas.com can prepare and lodge the e-Visa application for you. Every visitor also needs a passport that meets Thailand's validity rule and a TDAC submitted online shortly before arrival.

Question 6

How much does a Thailand e-Visa cost?

Accepted Answer

Thailand sets a separate government fee for each visa type, and the amount can differ by passport. The single-entry Tourist Visa (TR) costs $38 for most passports. The multiple-entry Tourist Visa (METV) costs $190 for most passports. Thailand notes that visa fees can change without prior notice, so the amount shown when you pay is the one that applies. If your passport lets you visit Thailand visa-free, you only need an e-Visa when you plan to stay longer than your exemption allows. PassportsAndVisas.com can prepare and submit your e-Visa application for you.

Question 7

What is the official website for Thailand e-Visa applications?

Accepted Answer

Thailand runs one official portal for every online visa application, from the single-entry Tourist Visa (TR) to the multiple-entry METV. You fill in the application, upload your documents and pay the government fee there. Check that the address ends in .go.th before entering personal or payment details. If your passport lets you visit visa-free, you only need the portal when you plan to stay longer than your exemption allows. The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is a separate form on the Immigration Bureau's own website. If you'd rather not deal with the portal yourself, PassportsAndVisas.com can complete the application for you.

Question 8

How long does my passport need to be valid to travel to Thailand?

Accepted Answer

The rule is the same for every nationality and every way of entering, including visa-free entry, visa on arrival and the e-Visa. Thai visa applications are refused if the passport or travel document doesn't meet the six-month rule, and airlines may stop you boarding if your passport is too close to its expiry date. Check the expiry date before you book. If it's close, renew your passport before you apply for any Thai visa or fill in your arrival card, because both are tied to your passport number.

Question 9

How long can I stay in Thailand with a tourist visa?

Accepted Answer

Your permitted stay starts on the day you enter Thailand, not the day the visa is issued. The visa itself is valid for 90 days, which is the window you have to make your entry. If you plan several trips, the multiple-entry Tourist Visa (METV) allows multiple-entry entries, and each entry gives you its own permitted stay. If you want to stay longer once you're in Thailand, you can ask the Immigration Bureau for an extension, but whether you get one is up to the officer. PassportsAndVisas.com can prepare and submit your Tourist Visa application for you.

Question 10

Can I extend my stay in Thailand beyond what my visa or visa exemption allows?

Accepted Answer

Apply before your current permitted stay runs out. The Immigration Bureau's main office is at Government Center B, Chaengwattana Soi 7, Laksi, Bangkok, and information is also available at immigration.go.th. The same process covers changing to a different type of visa while you're in Thailand. There is no automatic right to an extension: the immigration officer decides each case. If you know you'll need a long stay, it's usually safer to choose the right visa before you travel than to count on an extension. Staying past your permitted date without approval counts as overstaying.

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