# 🇹🇭 Thailand — visa routes

> Verified visa and immigration data for Thailand from VisaPassage.
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19 routes with deep coverage. Every entry below is checked against official sources and carries its own verification date. Statuses describe typical eligibility — they are never a promise of approval; individual applications require review.

## Short visits by passport

- **United States**: Visa-free · stays up to 60 days
- **United Kingdom**: Visa-free · stays up to 60 days
- **Germany**: Visa-free · stays up to 60 days
- **India**: Visa-free · stays up to 60 days
- **Canada**: Visa-free · stays up to 60 days
- **Australia**: Visa-free · stays up to 60 days

Other passports: check https://visapassage.com/visa-checker for your specific passports.

## Visit

| Route | Status | Max stay | Gov fee | Service fee | Processing |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Thailand Tourist eVisa (TR) | eVisa · typically eligible | 60 days | THB 1,000 | THB 1,900 | 10 days |
| Thailand Visa Exemption (Tourist) | Visa-free · typically eligible | 60 days | THB 0 | — | — |
| Thailand Visa on Arrival (VOA) | Visa on arrival · typically eligible | 15 days | THB 2,000 | THB 1,500 | — |
| Thailand Transit Visa (TS) | eVisa · typically eligible | 30 days | THB 800 | THB 1,900 | 10 days |
| Thailand Medical Treatment Visa (Non-MT) | eVisa · typically eligible | 90 days | THB 2,000 | THB 1,900 | 10 days |

- **Thailand Tourist eVisa (TR)** — Key documents: Passport bio page, Photograph, Proof of current location, Proof of funds, Travel booking, Accommodation proof · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: thaievisa.go.th
- **Thailand Visa Exemption (Tourist)** — Key documents: Valid passport, Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), Proof of onward travel, Accommodation details · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: thailandnow.in.th
- **Thailand Visa on Arrival (VOA)** — Key documents: Valid passport, Completed VOA application form, Photograph 4x6 cm, Onward ticket within 15 days, Proof of funds, Fee THB 2,000 in cash · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: thaievisa.go.th
- **Thailand Transit Visa (TS)** — Key documents: Valid passport, Visa application via eVisa portal, Confirmed ticket to third country, Visa for the onward destination, Proof of funds · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: thaievisa.go.th
- **Thailand Medical Treatment Visa (Non-MT)** — Key documents: Valid passport, Hospital confirmation letter, Proof of funds, Proof of ability to pay treatment costs · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: thaievisa.go.th

## Study & Training

| Route | Status | Max stay | Gov fee | Service fee | Processing |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Thailand Education Visa (Non-Immigrant ED) | eVisa · typically eligible | 90 days | THB 2,000 | THB 1,900 | 10 days |

- **Thailand Education Visa (Non-Immigrant ED)** — Key documents: Passport, Acceptance/enrollment letter, School registration documents, Proof of tuition payment, Proof of funds, Photograph · Rights: Study: Enrolled study at approved institution · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: thaievisa.go.th

## Work & Self-Employment

| Route | Status | Max stay | Gov fee | Service fee | Processing |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) | eVisa · typically eligible | 180 days | THB 10,000 | THB 1,900 | 15 days |
| Thailand LTR Visa - Work-from-Thailand Professional | Consular visa · typically eligible | — | THB 50,000 | THB 7,800 | 60 days |
| Thailand SMART Visa S (Startup) | Consular visa · typically eligible | — | THB 10,000 | THB 9,700 | 30 days |
| Thailand Non-Immigrant B Visa + Work Permit | Consular visa · typically eligible | 90 days | THB 2,000 | THB 7,800 | 10 days |

- **Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)** — Key documents: Passport, Photograph, Proof of current location/residence, Bank statement showing THB 500,000+, Evidence of category · Rights: Study: Soft-power activities; courses allowed · Family: Spouse and children may apply as dependents · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: thaievisa.go.th
- **Thailand LTR Visa - Work-from-Thailand Professional** — Key documents: Passport, Employment contract with overseas employer, Proof of income USD 80,000/year (past 2 years), Health insurance USD 50,000, BOI endorsement · Rights: Study: Study permitted during 10-yr stay · Family: Up to 4 LTR dependents (children <20) · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: ltr.boi.go.th
- **Thailand SMART Visa S (Startup)** — Key documents: Passport, Startup certification, Evidence of shareholding or directorship, Bank deposit THB 600,000, Health insurance, BOI qualification endorsement · Rights: Work: Run startup; no separate work permit · Family: SMART-O dependents; spouse may work · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: smart-visa.boi.go.th
- **Thailand Non-Immigrant B Visa + Work Permit** — Key documents: Passport, Employment/invitation letter from Thai company, WP3 pre-work-permit approval, Company corporate documents, Applicant qualifications, Work permit application after arrival · Rights: Work: Employer-sponsored + work permit · Residency after 3 years · Family: Family on Non-O dependent · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: mfa.go.th

## Invest & Capital

| Route | Status | Max stay | Gov fee | Service fee | Processing |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Thailand LTR Visa - Wealthy Global Citizen | Consular visa · typically eligible | — | THB 50,000 | — | 60 days |

- **Thailand LTR Visa - Wealthy Global Citizen** — Key documents: Passport, Proof of USD 1M+ global assets, Proof of USD 500,000 investment in Thailand, Health insurance USD 50,000, BOI qualification endorsement · Rights: Study: Study permitted during 10-yr stay · Family: Up to 4 LTR dependents (children <20) · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: ltr.boi.go.th

## Retire & Lifestyle

| Route | Status | Max stay | Gov fee | Service fee | Processing |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Thailand LTR Visa - Wealthy Pensioner | Consular visa · typically eligible | — | THB 50,000 | — | 60 days |
| Thailand Retirement Visa (Non-Immigrant O-A) | Consular visa · typically eligible | 365 days | THB 5,000 | — | 15 days |
| Thailand Work and Holiday Visa (Australia/New Zealand) | Consular visa · typically eligible | 365 days | A$300 | A$330 | 10 days |

- **Thailand LTR Visa - Wealthy Pensioner** — Key documents: Passport, Proof of age 50+, Proof of passive income USD 80,000/year, Health insurance USD 50,000, BOI endorsement · Rights: Study: Study permitted during 10-yr stay · Family: Up to 4 LTR dependents (children <20) · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: ltr.boi.go.th
- **Thailand Retirement Visa (Non-Immigrant O-A)** — Key documents: Passport, Proof of age 50+, Financial evidence, Criminal record check, Medical certificate, Health insurance · Rights: Family: Spouse on Non-O dependent · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: mfa.go.th
- **Thailand Work and Holiday Visa (Australia/New Zealand)** — Key documents: Australian or NZ passport, Proof of age 18-30, Tertiary qualification evidence, Proof of funds, Medical certificate with chest X-ray, Health/travel insurance · Rights: Work: Work capped; max 6 mo per employer · Study: Short courses up to 6 months · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: canberra.thaiembassy.org

## Family & Origin

| Route | Status | Max stay | Gov fee | Service fee | Processing |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Thailand Dependent/Guardian Visa (Non-Immigrant O) | Consular visa · typically eligible | 90 days | THB 2,000 | THB 9,700 | 10 days |
| Thailand Marriage Visa (Non-Immigrant O - Thai Spouse) | Consular visa · typically eligible | 90 days | THB 2,000 | THB 9,700 | 10 days |

- **Thailand Dependent/Guardian Visa (Non-Immigrant O)** — Key documents: Passport, Proof of relationship, Principal's visa and work permit copies, Guarantee letter from employer/school, Financial evidence · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: mfa.go.th
- **Thailand Marriage Visa (Non-Immigrant O - Thai Spouse)** — Key documents: Passport, Thai marriage certificate (Kor Ror 2/3), Spouse's Thai ID card and house registration, Financial evidence, Photos of couple together at residence, TM30 address notification · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: mfa.go.th

## Special Categories

| Route | Status | Max stay | Gov fee | Service fee | Processing |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Thailand LTR Visa - Highly-Skilled Professional | Consular visa · typically eligible | — | THB 50,000 | THB 9,700 | 60 days |
| Thailand Privilege Visa (formerly Thailand Elite) | Consular visa · typically eligible | 365 days | — | — | 60 days |
| Thailand Permanent Residence Permit | Consular visa · typically eligible | — | THB 7,600 | — | 365 days |

- **Thailand LTR Visa - Highly-Skilled Professional** — Key documents: Passport, Employment contract in a targeted industry, Proof of income USD 80,000/year, Evidence of expertise, Health insurance USD 50,000, BOI endorsement · Rights: Work: Thai target-industry employer; digital permit · Study: Study permitted during 10-yr stay · Family: Up to 4 LTR dependents (children <20) · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: ltr.boi.go.th
- **Thailand Privilege Visa (formerly Thailand Elite)** — Key documents: Passport, Membership application form, Passport-style photo, Background check consent, Membership fee payment · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: thailandprivilege.co.th
- **Thailand Permanent Residence Permit** — Key documents: Passport with 3+ years of consecutive extensions, Application form (TM.9), Category evidence, Personal income tax returns, Criminal background check, Thai language interview, Health certificate · Last verified 10 Jun 2026 · Source: immigration.go.th

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