Last updated: June 5, 2026
May 2026 Visa Update: Thailand’s Cabinet approved changes to the visa exemption and Visa on Arrival schemes on 19 May 2026. The current 60-day visa-free entry scheme will be discontinued and replaced with revised 30-day and 15-day visa exemption categories. The changes will take effect 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette. Until then, existing entry rules remain unchanged. Travellers should check the latest official announcements before departure. source
2025 Update
- Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) now mandatory (since May 2025).
- Visa exemption stay may be reduced from 60 to 30 days for some nationalities.
- New Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for digital nomads & long stays.
- Non-immigrant visas restructured into 7 categories (from Aug 2025).
- There is a new e-Work Permit system (for foreign workers) in Thailand with a note that from October 31, 2025, manual filing will be accepted until Jan 2026 while tech issues are resolved.
- Thailand introduced significant changes in November 2025 aimed at tightening immigration control and preventing long-stay misuse through repeated tourist entries.
Planning your Thai adventure? Getting your visa sorted is the first step to stress-free travel! Here’s the latest on Thailand visa requirements for 2025, whether you’re coming from the UK, US, Australia, Canada, or beyond.
Visa-Free Entry: Who Gets It?
Most tourists can enter Thailand visa-free for short stays. Here’s what you need to know:
- United Kingdom: Visa-free entry for up to 30 days (by air or land)
- United States: Visa-free entry for up to 30 days
- Australia: Visa-free entry for up to 30 days
- Canada: Visa-free entry for up to 30 days
- EU Nationals: Visa-free entry for up to 30 days
- New Zealand, Japan, Singapore, and most European countries: Same as above!
By Air:
Get a 30-day entry stamp at all international airports—just fill in the arrival card.
By Land:
Visa-free for 30 days at land borders (UK, US, AU, CA, EU). You can do this up to 2 times per calendar year at land borders. No annual limit by air.
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)
- Required for all foreigners from 1 May 2025.
- Must be completed online within 72 hours before arrival.
- Replaces the old paper TM6 card.
- Fill out here: www.thaievisa.go.th.
Visa on Arrival (VoA): Who Needs It?
Not eligible for a visa-free? Citizens of India, China, Taiwan, and several other countries can get a Visa on Arrival at major airports and land borders.
- Length: 15 days
- Fee: 2,000 THB (~USD 55), cash only
- Apply: At the border or airport, or pre-apply online for faster entry.
- Official website: Thai eVisa on Arrival
Tourist Visa (Single & Multiple Entry)
Want to stay longer?
- Single Entry Tourist Visa: 60 days, extendable for 30 days
- Apply at a Thai embassy or consulate outside Thailand.
- Fee: ~1,000 THB (~USD 28)
- Apply at a Thai embassy or consulate outside Thailand.
- Multiple Entry Tourist Visa: 6 months, 60 days per entry
- Apply before travel at a Thai embassy or consulate.
- Fee: ~5,000 THB (~USD 140)
- Apply before travel at a Thai embassy or consulate.
Where to Apply:
- In your home country at a Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate
- See a list of embassies: Thai Embassies Worldwide
Visa Extensions
- Visa Exempt Entry or Tourist Visa: Extend for 30 days at any Thai immigration office
- Fee: 1,900 THB (~USD 53)
- Allow at least a week before expiry.
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
- New visa for freelancers, remote workers, and long-stay travelers.
- Valid 5 years, with 180 days per stay.
Non-Immigrant Visas
- From 31 August 2025, Thailand simplified non-immigrant visas from 17 → 7 categories.
- Check the Thai e-visa website for the latest list.
Border Runs & “Border Bounce”
- Not recommended for long-term stays. Thai authorities are strict on repeated border runs.
- Extensions are much easier and more reliable if you want to stay longer.
Required Documents for All Entries
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Proof of onward travel (occasionally checked)
- Sufficient funds (rarely checked, but 10,000 THB per person is the guideline)
Internal Links for Further Reading:
- How to Pack for Slow Travel in Southeast Asia
- Family-Friendly Thailand Tours
- Women’s Travel in Southeast Asia
For the latest updates, always check the official site:
Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs
👉🏻 Planning more travels in Southeast Asia? Check out our other visa guides for Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia.