Tourist Visa (TR) - Single Entry
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 60 days
- Processing time
- 5-10 business days
- Fee
- THB 1,000 / USD 40
- Validity
- 3 months from date of issue
- Entry
- Single entry
The Single-Entry Tourist Visa (TR) allows a stay of up to 60 days per entry and is valid for 3 months from the date of issue. It can be extended once at a Thai Immigration office for an additional 30 days (fee: THB 1,900), allowing a maximum stay of 90 days total. This visa is suitable for travelers from countries that are not eligible for visa exemption or who wish to stay longer than the visa-exempt period. Applications are submitted online via the Thailand e-Visa system. Thailand fully adopted e-Visa from 1 January 2025.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Open to all foreign nationals. Particularly relevant for citizens of countries not eligible for visa exemption or visa on arrival.
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Purpose of visit
Tourism, sightseeing, visiting friends or family, attending cultural events. No employment or paid work permitted.
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient funds equivalent to at least THB 20,000 per person.
Minimum funds: THB 20,000
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph (4x6 cm), full face, white background, taken within last 6 months. Digital upload for e-Visa.
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: Minimum balance equivalent to THB 20,000; Months required: 6
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking confirmation for the duration of stay, or invitation letter from host in Thailand with copy of their ID; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: e-Visa Application Form; Form url: https://www.thaievisa.go.th/
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card (online via e-Visa portal); Amount: THB 1,000 (approx. USD 40)
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather required documents: valid passport, digital photo (4x6 cm), flight reservation, hotel booking or invitation letter, bank statements showing THB 20,000 minimum balance.
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Online application
Create an account on the Thailand e-Visa portal (thaievisa.go.th). Complete the application form, upload all required documents, and select the Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate that has jurisdiction over your country of residence.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa fee of approximately THB 1,000 (USD 40) online via credit or debit card.
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Processing wait
Wait 5-10 business days for the embassy to review and process your application. You may be contacted for additional documents or an interview.
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Visa collection
Upon approval, the e-Visa is electronically linked to your passport. Download and print the approval letter to carry when traveling.