Thailand Visa

What is the Thailand eVisa (VOA)?

Visa to Thailand is now available online for citizens of the eligible countries.
VOA stands for Visa on Arrival to Thailand.
Check if you are a citizen of a country listed as eligible and apply online for a pre-approved visa.

Thailand Visa for UK citizens

Avoid the long lines and enter Thailand via a fast lane at the airport dedicated to the pre-approved eVisa holders. The application process will take you just a few minutes to complete. Then print your entry permit and travel to Thailand by air. Please note! eVisa serves as a preapproval for citizens of the eligible countries. Travelers who have a pre-approved eVisa can quickly get the actual visa permit upon arrival in Thailand. Ensure that your passport has a 6-month validity and apply online for the Thailand tourist visa!

How to apply for a Thailand tourist visa?

Prepare the documents and essential information described in the previous section and start the application process online. Applicants can use any working device with an internet connection to complete the process of applying.

Apply online

Provide your data, travel details, and attach the required documents in an online application form. Ensure there are no mistakes in the data you have provided and move on to the next step.

Make an online payment

Pay the Thai visa fees using any method of online payment available. Please note! There is an additional Thai government fee payable on arrival.

Check your inbox

Receive your pre-approved Thailand visa at your email address in a PDF form and print it out. Take it with you to the airport, find the Visa on Arrival point, and handle your actual visa via the fast lane for eVisa holders.

Apply for Thai eVisa

Validity period and Thailand eVisa characteristics .

Thailand eVisa is a single-entry visa allowing a maximum stay of 15 days for its holders. Please note that the 15 days of your stay begin from the date of arrival and handling an actual visa via the fast lane for the pre-approved eVisa holders.

Thailand eVisa is designed for tourists from 18 countries who can handle their visas more quickly online. It serves as a tourist visa that can be used for the purposes of tourism.

Remember that your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the planned arrival in Thailand date and have at least one blank page for the stamp!

Which countries are eligible?

See if your country is among the 18 eligible for a pre-approved eVisa:

Bhutan
Bulgaria
China
Cyprus
Ethiopia
Fiji
Georgia
India
Kazakhstan

Malta
Mexico
Nauru
Papua New Guinea
Romania,
Saudi Arabia
Taiwan
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu

If your country is not listed above, you may need to obtain your visa on arrival, not using the fast lane dedicated to the holders of a pre-approved eVisa. Please note that some countries may enter Thailand visa-free however, even though visas are unnecessary, they still need a valid passport.

Thailand visa requirements

Passport holders of the countries eligible for the electronic Thailand visas need to prepare a few documents before making their online application.

Travelers can apply between 30 days to 24 hours before leaving for Thailand.

Check if you meet the following visa requirements:

you have a valid passport that will not expire for the next 6 months starting from the date of arrival in Thailand
a recent applicant's photograph
travel and accommodation details
a flight confirmation code
an active email address

With the VOA, you can stay in Thailand for up to 15 days and enjoy a relaxing getaway. Make your visa application online to speed up the process of handling your entrance permit. Meet your travel needs and apply for the Thailand tourist visa in advance.

Apply for Thai eVisa

What should travelers do upon arrival in Thailand? .

All travelers should obtain their pre-approved eVisa within 30 days to a maximum of 24 hours prior to their arrival in Thailand. Once you have completed the application form correctly and eVisa has arrived to you in a PDF form, print it out.

Take your printed eVisa copy and your valid passport on your travel. Have those documents on hand upon arriving in Thailand.

Once you have arrived, find the Visa on Arrival (VOA) point and go to the fast lane designed for eVisa holders. Get the actual Thai visa and pay the additional Thai government fee. From that point on, you can spend 15 days in Thailand.

Important information

Meet your travel needs with an eVisa to Thailand to handle your entrance permit quickly and without any issues or stress. Important information about the electronic Thailand visa:

visa application online should be made within 30 days to 24 hours before the planned arrival in Thailand
applicants must always double-check the provided information to avoid any issues with the approval of their visa application or delays
Travelers can use the Thai visa for tourism purposes
all applicants must meet the visa requirements before filling an online visa application form
only citizens of the 18 eligible countries can make an online visa application for the Thailand tourist visa
all applicants must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the travel

In order to get more information about electronic visas: https://thaievisa.go.th/

FAQ about the Thailand visa

Do I need a visa to go to Thailand?

If you don't come from the 64 countries that can visit Thailand visa-free, you need to handle a Thailand visa on arrival. Travelers from the 18 countries eligible for the pre-approved eVisa who meet the requirements can speed up the process of obtaining the tourist visa. Make sure to have a valid passport before applying.

What is the Thailand eVisa (VOA)?

Electronic visas to Thailand are a pre-approved tourist visa dedicated to citizens of the 18 eligible countries who have a valid passport. Travel visas are pre-approved, which means you have to obtain an actual visa upon arrival. However, thanks to the electronic visas, your travel process is much more quickly!

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand from the UK?

No, all UK citizens can visit Thailand without a visa. Just make sure to have a valid passport with you on your travel. A tourist visa for Thailand from UK is not necessary for UK citizens.

Is visa on arrival free for Thailand?

Citizens from the eligible countries need to pay an appropriate fee for the Thailand eVisa. Citizens of the 18 eligible countries can obtain a pre-approved tourist visa to Thailand and speed up the travel process. Again, make sure to have a valid passport.