✅ Updated on 06.10.2026
Two Types of Thailand Tourist Visas
There are two types of Thailand tourist visas: single-entry and multiple-entry. They differ mainly in cost, validity, and what happens after you leave Thailand. The table below summarizes the key differences and similarities.
| Feature | Single-Entry Tourist Visa | Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Visa fee | $40 | $200 |
| Visa validity | 3 months (90 days) | 6 months (180 days) |
| Continuous stay in Thailand | 60 days | |
| 30-day extension | Yes, for 1,900 baht at an immigration office | |
| After leaving Thailand | The visa becomes invalid | The visa remains valid until it expires, allowing multiple entries |
| Required documents | Same for both visa types | |
| Application processing time | From a few days to three weeks | |
❗️ The Thailand tourist visa fee is non-refundable, even if your application is denied.
How to Apply for a Thailand Tourist Visa
Time needed: 2 hours
The Thailand tourist visa application is completed entirely online. You submit your application through the official Thai e-Visa website, and the visa is sent to the email address you provided in your application.
- Go to thaievisa.go.th
This is the official website for applying for a Thailand tourist visa. You’ll need to create an account before you can apply.
- Complete the application
Choose the type of tourist visa you need: single-entry or multiple-entry. Then enter your personal information and upload your photo and a copy of your passport. You’ll also need to provide details about your trip to Thailand, including your arrival date and hotel address.
- Pay the tourist visa fee
The fee is $40 for a single-entry tourist visa and $200 for a multiple-entry tourist visa. You can pay the fee online.
- Wait for your application to be processed
Processing can take anywhere from a few days to three weeks, depending on the Thai embassy handling your application.
- Receive the visa decision by email
You’ll receive the decision by email. If your visa is approved, you can download it from the email or your e-Visa account. You may also be asked to provide additional documents, or your application may be denied without an explanation.
Documents Required for a Thailand Tourist Visa
Here is the list of documents you need to upload when applying for a Thailand tourist visa:
- A passport valid for at least six months from the date you enter Thailand
- A digital photo taken within the last six months
- Proof of your current location, such as a valid visa for the country you are applying from, a photo of your passport page with an entry stamp, or a hotel booking
- Proof of travel arrangements, such as a flight ticket to Thailand
- Proof of accommodation in Thailand, such as a hotel booking, rental agreement, or invitation letter from friends or relatives
- Proof of sufficient funds: bank statements for the past three months showing a balance of at least 20,000 baht or the equivalent amount, or a sponsorship letter
✅ Tip: To avoid losing money if your visa application is denied, consider booking a refundable flight and accommodation with free cancellation through Trip.com. If you’re unsure when you’ll leave Thailand, you don’t necessarily have to buy an expensive return ticket just to show proof of onward travel at the border. Instead, you can get a flight reservation through Kupitrip for €14. The reservation can be verified in the airline’s booking system.
Thailand Tourist Visa Processing Time
A Thailand tourist visa application can take anywhere from a few days to three weeks to process, depending on the country you apply from. The more applications a Thai embassy or consulate receives, the longer the processing time may be.
For example, Vietnam and Bali are popular with digital nomads and remote workers, so Thai consulates there may receive a large number of applications. As a result, processing can take longer than in a country such as Argentina, where there may be fewer applicants.
❗️ Your visa validity starts from the date it is issued, not the date you enter Thailand. For example, if your single-entry tourist visa is issued on October 1 and you enter Thailand on December 1, you can still stay for 60 days, until January 30, even if the visa itself expires on December 30.
FAQs
Yes. A Thailand tourist visa allows you to stay for up to 60 days per entry. You can extend your stay for another 30 days at an immigration office for 1,990 baht, giving you up to 90 days in Thailand without leaving the country.
You can apply for a Thailand tourist visa online through the official Thai e-Visa website, thaievisa.go.th.
To get a tourist visa for Thailand, apply online through the official Thai e-Visa website. Complete the application, upload your passport, photo, proof of your current location, flight booking, proof of accommodation, and bank statements, then pay the visa fee: $40 for a single-entry visa or $200 for a multiple-entry visa.
