Visa-Free Entry (60 β 30 Days)
Citizens of 93 countries can currently enter Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days. However, the Thai government has announced that this will be reduced back to 30 days β the date of this change has not yet been confirmed. The reason for this reduction is to crack down on people living and working illegally on tourist entries. Once the change takes effect, you will receive 30 days on arrival with the option to extend for another 30 days at immigration, for a maximum stay of 60 days. Until the change is confirmed, the current 60-day entry remains in effect.
Requirements
Valid passport
Must have at least 6 months validity remaining from the date of entry
Return or onward ticket
Proof of confirmed travel out of Thailand within the permitted stay (currently 60 days, changing to 30 days β date TBD)
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or address where you will stay (may be asked at immigration)
Sufficient funds
20,000 THB per person or 40,000 THB per family (rarely checked but required by law)
Application Process
Arrive at Immigration
Present your passport at immigration control upon arrival at any Thai international airport or land border checkpoint.
Complete Arrival Card
Fill out the digital arrival card (or paper TM6 form if required at your port of entry). Since 2024, most major airports use digital arrival cards.
Receive Entry Stamp
The immigration officer will stamp your passport with a 60-day entry permit. Verify the date stamp is correct before leaving.
Optional: Extend Your Stay
Visit any immigration office before your 60 days expire to apply for a 30-day extension. Bring your passport, a passport photo, 1,900 THB, and a completed TM.7 form.
Duration & Extension
Initial Stay
60 days (changing to 30 days β date TBD)
Extension
Can be extended once for 30 days at any immigration office in Thailand. Cost is 1,900 THB. Currently this gives you a maximum total stay of 90 days (60 + 30). Once the reduction to 30 days takes effect, the maximum will be 60 days (30 + 30).