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Thailand visa requirements for citizens of United Arab Emirates.

Visa-freeStays of up to 30 days per visit.

No — citizens of the United Arab Emirates can typically visit Thailand visa-free for stays of up to 30 days. Longer stays or other purposes (work, study, residence) use a dedicated visa route.

Reduced from 60 days May 2026; TDAC required

Routes for Thailand last verified 10 Jun 2026 against official sources.

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Beyond short stays

Other ways into Thailand for citizens of United Arab Emirates.

Study & Training

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Thailand Education Visa (Non-Immigrant ED)Gov fee THB 2,000 · ~10 days processing

Work & Self-Employment

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Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)Gov fee THB 10,000 · ~15 days processing
Thailand LTR Visa - Work-from-Thailand ProfessionalGov fee THB 50,000 · ~60 days processing
Thailand SMART Visa S (Startup)Gov fee THB 10,000 · ~30 days processing
Thailand Non-Immigrant B Visa + Work PermitGov fee THB 2,000 · ~10 days processing

Invest & Capital

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Thailand LTR Visa - Wealthy Global CitizenGov fee THB 50,000 · ~60 days processing

Retire & Lifestyle

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Thailand LTR Visa - Wealthy PensionerGov fee THB 50,000 · ~60 days processing
Thailand Retirement Visa (Non-Immigrant O-A)Gov fee THB 5,000 · ~15 days processing
Thailand Work and Holiday Visa (Australia/New Zealand)Gov fee A$300 · ~10 days processing

Family & Origin

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Thailand Dependent/Guardian Visa (Non-Immigrant O)Gov fee THB 2,000 · ~10 days processing
Thailand Marriage Visa (Non-Immigrant O - Thai Spouse)Gov fee THB 2,000 · ~10 days processing

Special Categories

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Thailand LTR Visa - Highly-Skilled ProfessionalGov fee THB 50,000 · ~60 days processing
Thailand Privilege Visa (formerly Thailand Elite)~60 days processing
Thailand Permanent Residence PermitGov fee THB 7,600 · ~365 days processing

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