THAILAND VISA & ENTRY GUIDE
Enter Thailand With Greater Clarity
Understand Thailand's current visa pathways, digital arrival requirements and post-arrival obligations before you travel. Compare visitor, business, study, retirement, family and long-stay routes, then confirm your eligibility directly with the relevant Thai authority or overseas mission.
Important Notice
Visa and immigration rules can change, sometimes with limited notice. Eligibility depends on passport nationality, residence, travel purpose, duration and personal circumstances. Confirm all requirements with the official Thai authority or responsible embassy before travelling or paying any fee.
T3's Role
T3 — The True Thailand is an independent information platform. T3 is not a Thai government authority, embassy, immigration adviser or visa agent, does not issue visas, and does not guarantee admission, visa approval, extensions or work authorization. Inclusion of an organization or link on this page does not imply official representation or endorsement.
Official Thai Government Services
Every card below links directly to the responsible government service — never a commercial visa agency.
Thai e-Visa
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
thaievisa.go.th
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)
Immigration Bureau, Royal Thai Police
tdac.immigration.go.th
Thailand Immigration Bureau
Royal Thai Police
immigration.go.th
Department of Consular Affairs
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
consular.mfa.go.th
Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Information
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
mfa.go.th
Linked to MFA's current visa-information index page — the direct URL supplied in earlier briefs has since been reorganized under this menu structure.
90-Day Reporting
Immigration Bureau, Royal Thai Police
tm47.immigration.go.th
TM30 Notification System
Immigration Bureau, Royal Thai Police
tm30.immigration.go.th
Board of Investment (BOI)
Office of the Board of Investment
boi.go.th
SMART Visa
Office of the Board of Investment
smart-visa.boi.go.th
Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa
Office of the Board of Investment
ltr.boi.go.th
Department of Employment — e-Work Permit
Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour
eworkpermit.doe.go.th
Thai Embassy & Consulate Directory
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
thaiembassy.org
Entry Rules By Nationality
Every Nationality, One Honest Reference
T3 does not guarantee admission — final entry permission is always decided by Thai immigration authorities at the border.
Entry rules can change. Confirm eligibility through the official Thai authority before applying or travelling.
Search or filter the full country-by-country directory below to see the entry pathway currently in force for a given nationality — visa exemption, visa on arrival, or visa required. Nothing here is grouped into a vague regional card: every country and territory is its own record, with its own source and its own last-checked date.
A major revision is announced but not yet in force
As of the last verification date below, Thailand's pre-revision visa-exemption and Visa on Arrival rules remain the legally operative ones: a 60-day tourism exemption for a wider group of nationalities, a separate 30-day exemption list, and Visa on Arrival for a broader list of nationalities than the revision below describes.
What is changing, and when
On 19 May 2026, Thailand's Cabinet approved a revision of these schemes: (1) only one visa-exemption scheme per country/territory; (2) the 60-day exemption is revoked for all 93 countries/territories that held it; (3) the 30-day tourism exemption list is reduced from 57 to 54 countries/territories; (4) a new 15-day tourism exemption is introduced for 3 countries/territories; and (5) Visa on Arrival is reduced from 31 to 4 countries/territories. The relevant Ministry of Interior announcements had not been published in the Royal Gazette as of this file's last verification date, so the revision takes effect only 15 days after that publication — check the two sources below for the live status.
Foreign nationals already in Thailand under a current exemption, or who arrive before the revision takes effect, may remain until their existing permitted stay expires. After the revision takes effect, entry will be via the new schemes, a bilateral agreement, or Thailand's e-Visa system.
Visa Category Directory
Every category below is currently offered by Thailand’s official visa system. None is included merely because it appeared in an older guide, and none promises approval.
Who may consider it
Visitors from nationalities not covered by visa exemption or Visa on Arrival, travelling for leisure or to see family.
Application channel
Thai e-Visa portal or the responsible Thai embassy/consulate
Permitted stay
Typically up to 60 days (confirm current period on the official source)
Employment
not permitted
Fee
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or official application portal.
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Visa application
- Proof of onward travel
- Proof of accommodation
- Evidence of sufficient funds
Who may consider it
Frequent visitors wishing to make several tourism entries within one visa's validity period.
Application channel
Responsible Thai embassy/consulate (availability varies by mission)
Permitted stay
Multiple entries within a set validity window; each entry's stay period set at the border
Employment
not permitted
Fee
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or official application portal.
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Visa application
- Proof of onward travel
- Evidence of sufficient funds
Who may consider it
Travellers passing through Thailand to a third country, or in Thailand briefly for a sporting or similar transit purpose.
Application channel
Thai e-Visa portal or the responsible Thai embassy/consulate
Permitted stay
Short stay tied to the transit itinerary — confirm current period on the official source
Employment
not permitted
Fee
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or official application portal.
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Onward ticket/itinerary
- Visa application
Who may consider it
Nationals of the countries/territories currently eligible for VoA (see the entry-status table above — this list is under active revision).
Application channel
Designated international entry points in Thailand
Permitted stay
Short stay for tourism — confirm current period on the official source, as this is one of the categories affected by the pending 2026 revision
Employment
not permitted
Fee
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai authority at the point of entry.
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Passport photo
- Proof of onward travel
- Proof of accommodation
- Evidence of sufficient funds
Who may consider it
Nationals of countries/territories currently covered by a visa-exemption arrangement (see the entry-status table above).
Application channel
No visa application required — present passport and TDAC at entry
Permitted stay
Currently up to 60 days for many nationalities; a separate 30-day list also exists — both are under active revision
Employment
not permitted
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- TDAC submitted before arrival
- Proof of onward travel
- Evidence of sufficient funds
Who may consider it
Remote workers/freelancers ('Workcation'), participants in Thai cultural or 'soft power' activities, dependants, and — per the current e-Visa portal structure — medical-treatment travellers.
Application channel
Thai e-Visa portal only (all Thai missions use thaievisa.go.th for DTV)
Permitted stay
Up to 180 days per entry, extendable once for a further 180 days at an Immigration office; multiple entries over 5 years
Employment
conditional
Fee
Confirm current fee on the official e-Visa portal.
Core document categories
- Age 20+
- Evidence of funds (commonly cited around 500,000 THB, held for a qualifying period)
- Purpose-specific supporting documents (remote employment/freelance contracts, program enrolment, dependant relationship, etc.)
Reporting / extension notes
- Extension of stay handled at an Immigration office before the initial 180 days expires.
Who may consider it
Foreigners who wish to work, conduct business, or undertake investment activity in Thailand, including the BOI-linked "IB" (Investment and Business) sub-category.
Application channel
Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General in the applicant's home/residence country
Permitted stay
Up to 90 days on entry; extendable at the Immigration Bureau for up to 1 year from first entry
Employment
conditional
Fee
2,000 THB for single-entry (3-month validity); 5,000 THB for multiple entries (1-year validity) — per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Completed visa application form
- Evidence of finances (20,000 THB per person / 40,000 THB per family)
- Ministry of Labour approval letter (Form WP3) via the employer, for those intending to work
- Corporate documents of the hiring/associated Thai company
- Work permit required before starting work
Reporting / extension notes
- An alien who receives this visa may only work once granted a Thai work permit — working without one is a criminal offence under the Immigration Act.
Dependants
Spouse, parents and unmarried children under 20 may apply for a dependent Non-Immigrant 'O' visa, generally for 90 days up to 1 year.
Who may consider it
Students enrolled with an accredited Thai educational institution, language school or approved training program.
Application channel
Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General, generally with an acceptance letter from the institution
Permitted stay
Typically 90 days on entry, extendable at the Immigration Bureau in line with the course duration
Employment
not permitted
Fee
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or official application portal.
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Letter of acceptance from an approved institution
- Evidence of finances
- Institution's registration/approval documents
Who may consider it
Spouses, parents and dependent children of Thai nationals or of certain visa holders; also used for some retirement and volunteer situations.
Application channel
Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General
Permitted stay
Commonly 90 days, extendable at the Immigration Bureau up to 1 year depending on the underlying relationship
Employment
not permitted
Fee
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or official application portal.
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Evidence of the qualifying relationship (marriage/birth certificate, notarised)
- Evidence of finances
Who may consider it
Applicants aged 50 or over who wish to stay in Thailand up to 1 year without working.
Application channel
Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General in the applicant's home/residence country, or the Immigration Bureau in Thailand
Permitted stay
1 year from first entry; extendable annually at the Immigration Bureau
Employment
not permitted
Fee
5,000 THB for multiple entries — per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Core document categories
- Age 50+ at time of application
- No criminal record in Thailand or country of nationality/residence
- No prohibited diseases per Ministerial Regulation No. 14 (B.E. 2535)
- Bank deposit of at least 800,000 THB, or income of at least 65,000 THB/month, or a combination totalling 800,000 THB
- Bank letter of guarantee (if using a deposit)
- Police clearance and medical certificates, notarised, valid within 3 months
Reporting / extension notes
- Report to the local Immigration office (or police station where no Immigration office exists) every 90 days using form TM47.
- Extension of stay requires re-demonstrating the same financial thresholds.
Dependants
An accompanying spouse not independently eligible for O-A may be considered for a temporary Non-Immigrant 'O' stay, with a notarised marriage certificate.
Who may consider it
Nationals aged 50+ of a specific list of countries (commonly cited as including Japan, Australia, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and several European countries) seeking a longer-validity long-stay option than O-A.
Application channel
Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General in an eligible applicant's home/residence country
Permitted stay
Up to 10 years (5-year visa plus a further 5-year extension), subject to maintaining eligibility
Employment
not permitted
Fee
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or official application portal.
Core document categories
- Age 50+
- Nationality of one of the specific eligible countries — confirm the current list on the official source
- Bank deposit in a Thai bank of at least 3,000,000 THB, or 1,800,000 THB plus annual income of at least 1,200,000 THB
Who may consider it
Patients travelling to Thailand for treatment at a hospital or medical facility, and up to a limited number of accompanying immediate family members.
Application channel
Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General, or the Thai e-Visa portal (DTV medical-treatment category)
Permitted stay
Tourist Visa (MT): up to 60 days per trip. DTV medical-treatment category: up to 180 days, extendable once.
Employment
not permitted
Fee
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or official e-Visa portal.
Core document categories
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Evidence of the hospital/medical appointment or treatment plan
- Evidence of finances
Who may consider it
Highly-skilled experts, senior executives, investors, startup entrepreneurs and their spouses/children, in BOI-targeted industries.
Application channel
SMART Visa online qualification/endorsement system, Office of the Board of Investment
Permitted stay
Up to 4 years, tied to the endorsement period
Employment
conditional
Fee
10,000 THB per year of visa permission (per the SMART Visa program).
Core document categories
- Endorsement from the relevant government agency for the applicant's category (T/E/I/S)
- Employment or investment evidence matching the category
Reporting / extension notes
- 90-day reporting is extended to once per year for SMART Visa holders.
- No separate work permit is required to work for the endorsed company.
Dependants
Spouse and children may qualify under the SMART "O" category.
Who may consider it
Wealthy Global Citizens, Wealthy Pensioners, Work-from-Thailand Professionals, and Highly Skilled Professionals, per BOI's four LTR categories.
Application channel
LTR Visa online application system, Office of the Board of Investment
Permitted stay
5 years, extendable for a further 5 years if qualifications are maintained
Employment
conditional
Fee
Confirm current fee on the official LTR Visa portal.
Core document categories
- Category-specific income, asset or employer evidence (varies by the four LTR categories)
- BOI application review (commonly around 20 working days) and, on approval, a 60-day-valid endorsement letter
Reporting / extension notes
- 90-day reporting is extended to once per year for LTR Visa holders.
Who may consider it
Foreign executives, experts and investors connected to a BOI-promoted project, using the Non-Immigrant "B" (IB sub-category), SMART Visa or LTR Visa depending on the role.
Application channel
One Stop Service Centre for Visas and Work Permits (for eligible BOI/promoted-project applicants), or the relevant BOI visa portal
Permitted stay
Varies by pathway — see Non-B, SMART Visa and LTR Visa entries above
Employment
conditional
Core document categories
- Evidence linking the applicant to a BOI-promoted or otherwise qualifying project
- Category-specific documents per the chosen visa pathway
Who may consider it
Holders of diplomatic or official passports travelling on government business, and accredited staff of foreign missions in Thailand.
Application channel
Diplomatic channels — Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate-General, or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Protocol Department for accredited postings
Employment
not permitted
Core document categories
- Diplomatic/official passport
- Note verbale or official request through diplomatic channels
How to Apply
Apply Through the Official Channel
Every step below routes to the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or the official e-Visa portal — never a third-party site presenting itself as the government service.
- 10-step process (opens in a new tab)
- Official e-Visa manuals linked (opens in a new tab)
- Approval ≠ guaranteed admission
How to Apply
Apply Through the Official Channel
Every step below routes to the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or the official e-Visa portal — never a third-party site presenting itself as the government service.
- 10-step process (opens in a new tab)
- Official e-Visa manuals linked (opens in a new tab)
- Approval ≠ guaranteed admission
- 1
Identify the correct entry route
Use the nationality entry-rules directory and the visa-category directory above to narrow down the route that matches your purpose and nationality.
- 2
Check passport and residency eligibility
Confirm passport validity (commonly 6+ months) and that you are applying through the mission responsible for your place of legal residence.
- 3
Select the responsible channel
Identify the correct Thai embassy, consulate, or the e-Visa portal for your route.
Official link (opens in a new tab) - 4
Prepare documents
Gather the document categories in the checklist below for your purpose of travel.
- 5
Submit through the official service
Apply only through the official embassy, consulate or e-Visa portal — never a third-party site presenting itself as the government service.
- 6
Pay only through an authorized channel
Pay only the fee shown on the official portal or by the embassy/consulate itself.
- 7
Track the application
Use the tracking or status-check feature on the official e-Visa portal or embassy system.
- 8
Verify the visa details after issuance
Check name, passport number, visa category and validity dates for accuracy immediately after issuance.
- 9
Complete TDAC when required
Submit the Thailand Digital Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival (up to 72 hours before entry).
Official link (opens in a new tab) - 10
Carry supporting documents for entry
Bring printed or digital copies of your visa, TDAC confirmation, accommodation and return-travel evidence for the immigration officer.
Approval ≠ Guaranteed Admission
An approved e-Visa or visa stamp is not the same as guaranteed admission. Thai immigration officers make the final entry decision at the border, based on your documents, purpose and circumstances at the time of arrival.
Document Checklists by Purpose
Tourism
- Passport validity
- Passport photograph
- Travel itinerary
- Accommodation evidence
- Financial evidence
Requirements vary by whether you qualify for visa-exempt entry, VoA, or need a Tourist Visa — not every item applies to every applicant.
Business meetings
- Passport validity
- Invitation letter
- Employer or company documents
- Financial evidence
A business-meetings visit is distinct from taking up employment — see the Business, Employment & Investment section below.
Employment
- Passport validity
- Employer or company documents
- Ministry of Labour approval (Form WP3)
- Financial evidence
- Criminal-record documentation where required
A work permit, obtained after visa issuance, is a separate and additional requirement before starting work.
Education
- Passport validity
- School documents (acceptance letter)
- Financial evidence
- Institution's registration/approval documents
Confirm the institution is currently approved to sponsor a Non-Immigrant "ED" visa.
Retirement
- Passport validity
- Financial evidence (deposit or income)
- Insurance where required
- Medical documentation where required
- Criminal-record documentation where required
Financial thresholds differ between O-A and O-X — confirm the correct figure for your chosen category.
Family/dependent
- Passport validity
- Relationship documents (marriage/birth certificate, notarised)
- Financial evidence
Relationship documents generally need notarisation by the applicant's diplomatic or consular mission.
Medical treatment
- Passport validity
- Medical documentation (hospital appointment or treatment plan)
- Financial evidence
- Insurance where required
Confirm with the treating hospital whether they can assist with the supporting invitation/appointment letter.
Investment
- Passport validity
- Employer or company documents
- Financial evidence
- Evidence linking the applicant to a BOI-promoted project where applicable
BOI project promotion and individual immigration status are approved separately — see the Business, Employment & Investment section below.
Long-stay programs
- Passport validity
- Financial evidence
- Insurance where required
- Purpose-specific supporting documents
Long-stay programs (DTV, LTR, O-A, O-X) each carry different financial thresholds and permitted activities.
Fees & Processing Times
Fees below are shown only where a current, jurisdictionally-specific figure has been verified against an official Thai government source. Where no reliable current figure is available, this page says so directly rather than estimating.
Confirm current fee with the responsible Thai embassy, consulate or official application portal.
Processing time is not promised anywhere on this page. It varies by mission, application volume, nationality and document completeness — always check the current estimate on the official portal or with the responsible embassy/consulate.
Digital Arrival
Thailand Digital Arrival Card — TDAC
All non-Thai nationals entering Thailand by air, land or sea — including infants, children, and non-Thai diplomatic passport holders.
- Free official service
- Submit within 3 days before arrival
- Not a visa
Digital Arrival
Thailand Digital Arrival Card — TDAC
All non-Thai nationals entering Thailand by air, land or sea — including infants, children, and non-Thai diplomatic passport holders.
- Free official service
- Submit within 3 days before arrival
- Not a visa
Who is exempt
Crew members, and travellers on technical-landing or transit flights who do not pass through Thai immigration.
When to submit
Within 3 days before arrival (including the arrival date); the system accepts submission up to 72 hours before entry.
Information required
- Passport details
- Flight or vehicle number and arrival date
- Address in Thailand
- Travel purpose
- Health declaration information
- An email address to receive the TDAC
Group submissions & corrections
A single submission can cover up to 10 travellers, and authorized travel agents or tour leaders may submit on behalf of clients.
Most fields can be corrected using the 'Update Arrival Card' function; full name, passport number, nationality and date of birth cannot be changed this way and require a fresh submission (the most recent submission is treated as valid).
Security Warning
Use the official .go.th service. T3 does not charge for, submit or process TDAC forms.
Source: TDAC — Facts & Questions (opens in a new tab) · Accessed 30 Aug 2026 · Version 2026.08.00, 13 August 2026
Accommodation Notification
TM30 — Notification of Residence
A legal notification, under Section 38 of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979), that a foreign national is staying at a particular address in Thailand.
- Host/provider responsibility
- Not the traveller's arrival card
- Distinct from 90-day reporting
Accommodation Notification
TM30 — Notification of Residence
A legal notification, under Section 38 of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979), that a foreign national is staying at a particular address in Thailand.
- Host/provider responsibility
- Not the traveller's arrival card
- Distinct from 90-day reporting
Who is responsible
The owner, occupier, possessor or manager of the residence where the foreign national stays — hotels generally handle this automatically as part of check-in; for private homes, the responsibility sits with the landlord, householder or property manager, not the traveller personally.
What travellers should confirm
Travellers staying in private accommodation should confirm with their host or landlord that the notification has been filed, and keep their own arrival/accommodation evidence in case it is needed.
TM30 vs. TDAC
TM30 is not the traveller's own arrival submission — that is TDAC. TM30 is the accommodation provider's separate notification to Immigration.
TM30 vs. 90-day reporting
TM30 (accommodation notification, filed by the host/provider) is a different process from 90-day reporting (TM47, generally the foreign resident's own recurring obligation).
The Immigration Bureau also offers a mobile app (commonly referred to by its Section 38 reference) for accommodation providers to file TM30 notifications.
Source: TM30 — Notification of Residence of Foreigners (opens in a new tab) · Accessed 30 Aug 2026
After-Arrival Obligations
90-Day Reporting (TM47)
Foreign residents staying long-term must confirm their address with Immigration every 90 continuous days in Thailand — online, in person, or by registered post, generally free within the filing window (a 2,000 THB fine applies if filed late). The first report is generally done in person. This is a residence-address confirmation, not a visa extension.
Official information (opens in a new tab)Extension of Stay
Extending your permitted period of stay is a separate application at the Immigration Bureau, generally requiring the same category of evidence used for the original visa (financial, employment, relationship, etc.). Granting an extension is at the discretion of the immigration officer.
Official information (opens in a new tab)Re-Entry Permit
Leaving Thailand while holding an extension of stay generally voids that permission unless a re-entry permit is obtained beforehand from the Immigration Bureau.
Official information (opens in a new tab)Address Notification (TM30)
Confirm your accommodation provider or landlord has filed the TM30 notification for your stay — see the dedicated TM30 section above.
Official information (opens in a new tab)Work Authorization
Holding a Non-Immigrant visa does not itself permit work. A separate work permit from the Department of Employment is required before starting any paid work, including remote work for an overseas employer in some circumstances — confirm your specific situation officially.
Official information (opens in a new tab)Change of Visa or Status
Some visa categories can be changed at the Immigration Bureau (for example, Tourist to Non-Immigrant) at the discretion of the immigration officer — this is not guaranteed and depends on the categories involved.
Official information (opens in a new tab)Departure & Overstay Consequences
Staying beyond your permitted period of stay (which may differ from your visa's own validity) can result in fines, detention, deportation and future entry bans, depending on the length of overstay and circumstances. Confirm your permitted period of stay stamp, not just your visa's validity dates.
Official information (opens in a new tab)
Business, Employment & Investment
Business, Employment and Investment Pathways
Attending business meetings, taking up employment, and investing in Thailand are governed by different rules. This section signposts the official pathway for each — for the full sector picture, T3's Invest and Business gateways go further, with direct government links retained here as well.
- Non-Immigrant B
- SMART Visa
- LTR Visa
- BOI promotion
- Work permits
Business, Employment & Investment
Business, Employment and Investment Pathways
Attending business meetings, taking up employment, and investing in Thailand are governed by different rules. This section signposts the official pathway for each — for the full sector picture, T3's Invest and Business gateways go further, with direct government links retained here as well.
- Non-Immigrant B
- SMART Visa
- LTR Visa
- BOI promotion
- Work permits
Embassies & Consulates
Embassy and Consular Assistance
This is a compact, verified starting set — not a full directory of every mission. Thai nationals abroad and foreign visitors should confirm the mission responsible for their specific location using the official directories linked above and below.
Embassies & Consulates
Embassy and Consular Assistance
This is a compact, verified starting set — not a full directory of every mission. Thai nationals abroad and foreign visitors should confirm the mission responsible for their specific location using the official directories linked above and below.
Thai Missions Abroad
Royal Thai Embassy, Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., United States
Consular section location differs from the chancery — confirm current address on the embassy site before visiting.
Thai Missions Abroad
Royal Thai Embassy, London
London, United Kingdom
Official mission website for United Kingdom.
Thai Missions Abroad
Full Royal Thai Embassy & Consulate-General Directory
Worldwide, All other locations
Use this directory to find the mission responsible for your specific country or region of residence.
Foreign Embassies in Thailand
U.S. Embassy Bangkok
Bangkok, United States
Official mission website for United States.
Foreign Embassies in Thailand
British Embassy Bangkok
Bangkok, United Kingdom
Official mission website for United Kingdom.
Foreign Embassies in Thailand
Australian Embassy Thailand
Bangkok, Australia
Official mission website for Australia.
Foreign Embassies in Thailand
Embassy of Japan in Thailand
Bangkok, Japan
Official mission website for Japan.
Foreign Embassies in Thailand
Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Bangkok
Bangkok, Singapore
Official mission website for Singapore.
Emergency & Official Contacts
General Emergency / Police
191
Immediate police emergencies
Hours: 24 hours
Source: Royal Thai Police · Last checked 30 Aug 2026
Tourist Police (English-speaking)
1155
Tourist safety concerns, complaints, incident reporting
Hours: 24 hours
Source: Tourist Police Bureau · Last checked 30 Aug 2026
Medical Emergency / Ambulance
1669
Medical emergencies
Hours: 24 hours
Source: Ministry of Public Health emergency medical service · Last checked 30 Aug 2026
Fire
199
Fire emergencies
Hours: 24 hours
Source: Fire and rescue services · Last checked 30 Aug 2026
Immigration Bureau enquiries
See immigration.go.th for current hotline
Visa status, extension and reporting questions
Source: Immigration Bureau · Last checked 30 Aug 2026
Ministry of Labour hotline
1506
Work-permit and labour enquiries
Source: Ministry of Labour · Last checked 30 Aug 2026
If You Need Immediate Help
For an immediate threat to life or safety, contact the appropriate Thai emergency service. Visa or document questions should be directed to the responsible immigration, consular or embassy service.
Official Documents, Forms & Guidance
Every item below links directly to the current official document or service, rather than a locally stored copy that could go stale.
Guidance Pages
e-Visa User Manuals
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Step-by-step video and written guides for the e-Visa application process.
Guidance Pages
TDAC — How To Guide
Immigration Bureau
Official instructions for completing the Thailand Digital Arrival Card.
Guidance Pages
TDAC — Facts & Questions
Immigration Bureau
Official FAQ covering submission windows, group travel, corrections and data privacy.
Portals
TM30 Notification System
Immigration Bureau
Online filing service for accommodation providers to notify a foreign national's residence.
Portals
90-Day Report (TM47) Online Filing
Immigration Bureau
Online filing service for the recurring 90-day address confirmation.
Portals
Thailand Board of Investment — Doing Business Guidance
Office of the Board of Investment
Investment promotion criteria, eligible activities, incentives and application procedures.
Portals
SMART Visa Guidance
Office of the Board of Investment
Category definitions, endorsement process and fee information for the SMART Visa.
Portals
LTR Visa Guidance
Office of the Board of Investment
Category definitions, eligibility and the application process for the Long-Term Resident Visa.
Portals
e-Work Permit
Department of Employment
Fully digital application, status-check and payment system for foreign work permits.
Guidance Pages
Revision of Visa Exemption and Visa on Arrival Schemes
Department of Consular Affairs
The official notice describing the pending 2026 revision to visa-exemption and VoA eligibility.
Guidance Pages
Non-Immigrant Visa "B" — Fees & Requirements
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official document list and fee schedule for the Non-Immigrant B business/work visa.
T3's Role & Compliance
- T3 is an independent information platform, not a Thai government authority, embassy, immigration adviser or visa agent.
- T3 does not issue visas and does not guarantee admission, visa approval, extensions or work authorization.
- T3 does not collect visa applications, passport scans, government fees or other confidential identity documents through this page.
- Inclusion of any organization, pathway or link on this page does not imply official representation or endorsement by T3.
- Travellers must confirm current requirements directly with the relevant Thai authority or responsible embassy before travelling or paying any fee.
- Final admission to Thailand is determined solely by Thai immigration authorities at the point of entry.
- Embassy or consulate jurisdiction generally depends on the applicant's country of legal residence, not nationality alone.
- Rules, permitted stay periods and required documents can differ by nationality, travel purpose and personal circumstances.
Still Unsure Which Official Pathway Applies?
Tell T3 your passport nationality, country of residence, intended travel purpose and approximate duration. T3 can help organize the relevant public information and official links, but the responsible Thai authority will determine your eligibility and application outcome.