Visa & Entry Requirements by Country in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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1. Thai Tourist Visa

A 60-day stay permit for tourists, obtainable from Thai embassies or consulates. Requires a valid passport and proof of funds.

Validity Duration: Allows a stay of up to 60 days, extendable once.
Application Process: Applied before arriving in Thailand at Thai embassies or consulates.
Entry Requirements: Requires a valid passport, proof of funds, and completed application form.

Available at certain international airports for citizens of specific countries. Provides a 30-day stay with an extension option.

Countries Eligible: Limited to certain countries; check Thai consulate or embassy for eligibility.
Application Process: Applied upon arrival at designated airports.
Extension Option: Can be extended once for an additional 30 days.

For foreign retirees aged 50 or older who deposit a specified amount in a Thai bank. Provides multiple entry and long stays.

Minimum Age Limit: Applicable only to individuals aged 50 years or older.
Financial Requirements: Requires a minimum deposit in a Thai bank account for retirement purposes.
Entry and Stay Duration: Multiple entries, with long stays depending on the retirement visa type.

For students enrolled in accredited educational institutions in Thailand. Provides multiple entries and longer stay durations.

Eligibility: Applicable to foreigners enrolled in Thai educational institutions.
Documentation: Requires a letter of acceptance from an accredited institution and proof of financial resources.
Extension Option: Can be extended at Thai Immigration Office with proper documentation.

For foreigners intending to work in Thailand or run a business. Requires substantial business documentation and deposits.

Business Purpose: Intended for working in Thailand or running a business.
Documentation: Requires extensive business documentation and financial deposits.
Validity Duration: Allows longer stays depending on the type of Business Visa.

For passengers transiting through Thailand with a connecting flight. Provides a stay of up to 3 days.

Transit Requirement: Intended for passengers traveling with a connecting flight.
Application Process: Applied upon arrival at designated airports before the 15-day validity period expires.
Stay Duration: Permits a stay of up to 3 days.

Allows multiple entries into Thailand for a specific duration. Ideal for frequent travelers.

Frequency of Travel: Ideal for individuals traveling to Thailand frequently.
Validity Duration: Allows multiple entries within a specified validity period.
Application Process: Applied at Thai embassies or consulates before traveling to Thailand.

Allows one entry into Thailand for a specific duration. Ideal for a single trip.

Trip Frequency: Ideal for individuals traveling to Thailand once.
Validity Duration: Allows one entry within a specified validity period.
Application Process: Applied at Thai embassies or consulates before traveling to Thailand.

Allows foreigners already in Thailand to extend their stay for additional periods.

Stay Duration: Extends the current stay duration within Thailand.
Documentation: Requires proof of financial resources, health insurance, and other relevant documents.
Timing: Applied to the Immigration Office before the current stay expires.

Required for foreigners working in Thailand. Issued after approval by the Ministry of Labor.

Employment Requirement: Intended for foreigners employed or planning to work in Thailand.
Ministry of Labor Approval: Requires approval by the Ministry of Labor before issuance.
Duration: Valid for one year, renewable annually.

A stamp obtained before departure from Thailand. Required for travelers leaving via airports or land borders.

Departure Requirement: Intended for foreigners departing from Thailand.
Obtaining the Stamp: Can be obtained at airports or land border control points before departure.
Cost: Costs approximately 700 THB per passenger (subject to change).

Allows foreigners already in Thailand to leave and return multiple times within a specified period.

Frequency of Travel: Ideal for individuals traveling outside Thailand frequently.
Validity Duration: Allows multiple re-entries within a specified validity period.
Application Process: Applied at the Immigration Office before leaving Thailand.

Allows citizens of APEC member countries to enter and stay in Thailand for up to 90 days without a visa.

APC Membership: Applicable only to citizens of APEC member countries.
Stay Duration: Permits a stay of up to 90 days without a visa.
Application Process: Issued by APEC National Authority or Immigration Office in Thailand.

An electronic visa issued online before travel. Available for citizens of certain countries.

Citizenship Requirement: Available only to citizens of eligible countries.
Application Process: Applied for online, requiring a valid passport and other relevant documents.
Validity Duration: Allows a stay of up to 30 days.

An electronic version of the Visa on Arrival. Applicable at certain airports for citizens of eligible countries.

Countries Eligible: Limited to certain countries; check Thai consulate or embassy for eligibility.
Application Process: Applied for online before arrival at designated airports.
Stay Duration: Permits a stay of up to 30 days, extendable once.