Thailand Visa Overview
Is an entry visa required for Thailand?
Sometimes. Citizens of the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States do not require a visa to visit Thailand for up to 30 days. If you are entering Thailand by land border then you will only be granted a visa valid 15 days.
Citizens of most EU countries do not require a visa to visit Thailand for between 15 and 30 days depending on their nationality. All non-UK nationals should check with the Thai Embassy in their country of residence for the most up-to-date information.
What is required to arrange the visa?
In the event of a visa being required (see above), arrangements should be made with the Thai Embassy in the advance of your departure to Thailand. The standard visa cost is $15 and takes 5 days to issue (it must be obtained before arriving in Thailand). It is a single entry visa that allows you to travel in the country for 60 days. The embassy does offer an express service as well as a multiple entry visa, both at additional cost.
You will need one clear page (per visa) in a full passport that is valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of your departure from Thailand. You can acquire your tourist or business visas from the Thai Embassy in London.
Important Information: Proof on onward travel is required if flying into Thailand on a one-way flight (i.e. without an exit flight from Thailand). If proof is requested, your Selective Asia itinerary is sufficient proof of your onward travel arrangements.
UK residents:
29-30 Queens Gate
London
SW7 5JB
Tel: 020 7589 0173/2944
www.thaiembassyuk.org.uk