Thailand visas & immigration
Short visits, visa exemption & Tourist Visa
Nationality, passport type, purpose and intended stay determine the correct route. Tourism permission never gives permission to work.
At a glance
- Check whether exemption, visa on arrival or a Tourist Visa applies to this passport and journey.
- Prepare passport, accommodation and onward-travel evidence, and submit the free TDAC before arrival.
- Immigration officers decide entry and the passport stamp controls the permitted stay.
Who this may suit
Nationality, passport type, purpose and intended stay determine the correct route. Tourism permission never gives permission to work.
What this route does not allow
- Tourism does not permit employment.
- A visa or exemption does not guarantee entry.
Before you apply
- Use only the official e-Visa and TDAC services.
- Re-check the embassy page immediately before travel.
Documents commonly requested
Identity, purpose, funding, accommodation, relationship, sponsor or onward-travel evidence may be requested depending on the route. Use the live official checklist rather than treating this as a mandatory list.
After arrival or next steps
Keep the decision, passport or digital-status records, check the permission actually granted and follow every reporting, extension or account instruction that applies.
Get qualified advice
For a decision affecting status, rights, health, tax or substantial money, use the responsible authority and an appropriately qualified independent professional.
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