Can I extend my tourist visa once in Thailand?

Yes, you can extend a 60-day tourist visa for an additional 30 days at any immigration office in Thailand for 1,900 baht ($50). Bring your passport, a photo, and copies of your passport pages.

What if my application gets rejected?

Visa rejections are rare but usually happen due to incomplete documents or insufficient funds. You can reapply after addressing the issues. The fee is not refundable, so double-check all requirements before submitting.

Do I need to show proof of vaccination?

No COVID-19 vaccination requirements as of 2024, but check current health requirements before traveling. Standard travel vaccinations like hepatitis A and typhoid are recommended but not required for the visa.

Can I apply for a visa if I'm already in Thailand?

No, tourist visas must be obtained from outside Thailand. If you're already there on visa exemption, you can extend for 30 days or do a border run to apply for a tourist visa from a neighboring country.

How to get a Thai tourist visa before you travel

Most travelers can get a Thai tourist visa online through the eVisa system (60-day stay) or apply at a Thai embassy/consulate. Processing takes 3-15 business days depending on your method. US, UK, EU, Canadian, and Australian citizens can also enter visa-free for 30 days.

Check if you need a visa. Citizens of 57 countries including US, UK, Canada, Australia, and most EU countries can enter Thailand visa-free for 30 days by air (15 days by land). If you want to stay longer than 30 days or prefer the security of having a visa in advance, apply for a tourist visa.
Choose your visa type. Single-entry tourist visa gives you 60 days in Thailand (extendable once for 30 more days). Multiple-entry tourist visa allows multiple 60-day entries over 6 months. Most first-time visitors need single-entry.
Apply online via eVisa (recommended). Go to thaievisa.go.th and create an account. Upload your passport photo page, recent photo, flight booking, hotel reservation, and bank statement showing $700+ balance. Pay $40 fee online. Processing takes 3-5 business days.
Alternative: Apply at embassy/consulate. Find your nearest Thai embassy or consulate. Bring passport (6+ months validity), completed application form, recent photo, flight booking, hotel reservation, and bank statement. Pay $40 fee. Processing takes 5-15 business days depending on location.
Prepare required documents. You need: passport with 6+ months validity and 2 blank pages, recent passport photo (2x2 inches, white background), confirmed flight booking, hotel reservation for first few nights, bank statement from last 3 months showing $700+ balance, and completed application form.
Submit and wait. After submitting online or at embassy, wait for processing. Check your email (for eVisa) or embassy instructions for pickup. Print your approved visa if applying online - you'll need to show it at Bangkok immigration.

Can I extend my tourist visa once in Thailand?: Yes, you can extend a 60-day tourist visa for an additional 30 days at any immigration office in Thailand for 1,900 baht ($50). Bring your passport, a photo, and copies of your passport pages.
What if my application gets rejected?: Visa rejections are rare but usually happen due to incomplete documents or insufficient funds. You can reapply after addressing the issues. The fee is not refundable, so double-check all requirements before submitting.
Do I need to show proof of vaccination?: No COVID-19 vaccination requirements as of 2024, but check current health requirements before traveling. Standard travel vaccinations like hepatitis A and typhoid are recommended but not required for the visa.
Can I apply for a visa if I'm already in Thailand?: No, tourist visas must be obtained from outside Thailand. If you're already there on visa exemption, you can extend for 30 days or do a border run to apply for a tourist visa from a neighboring country.