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ThailandVisit & tourismLast checked October 16, 2026

Tourist Visa (TR) for tourism and leisure, via Thai e-Visa

Thailand's Tourist Visa (TR) is for tourism, leisure, short family visits and similar activities, with a stay of up to 60 days per entry. Applications are made online through the official Thai e-Visa website run by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and decided by the Thai embassy or consulate covering your location. Many nationalities do not need a visa: a revised visa exemption scheme in 2026 gives 54 countries 30 days visa-free and a few others 15 days, visa on arrival or bilateral exemptions.

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Life in Thailand

Money

3

Currency

Thai Baht

THB

Thai Baht

Cost of living

32

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

5–35%

Income tax (national)

VAT 7%

Net income up to THB 150,000 exempt; 35% applies above THB 5 million.

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

Living

1

Happiness

6.3

#50 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

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Who it’s for

Visitors whose nationality is not visa-exempt, or who want to stay longer than their visa-free period, for tourism, leisure, short family visits or recreational courses.

Eligibility

  • Check visa exemption first

    Check whether your nationality is visa exempt before applying; nationals not listed need a visa.

    Exemption groups (2026 revision)

    Visa exemption30 days
    54 countries
    Reduced exemption15 days
    3 countries
    Visa on arrivalAzerbaijan, Belarus, Serbia, India
    4 countries
    Chinabilateral exemption
    30 days
    Koreabilateral exemption
    90 days
    • 15-day exemption: Seychelles, Maldives, Mauritius
    • 30-day exemption includes USA, UK, Australia, Japan, Singapore, UAE, Saudi Arabia
    • Other bilateral exemptions run 14, 30 or 90 days
    Official wording

    Thailand's MFA summary of the 2026 revision lists 54 countries with 30-day visa exemption (e.g. USA, UK, Australia, Japan, Singapore, UAE, Saudi Arabia), 3 with 15 days (Seychelles, Maldives, Mauritius), 4 with visa on arrival (Azerbaijan, Belarus, Serbia, India), and bilateral exemptions of 14, 30 or 90 days for others such as China (30) and Korea (90). Nationals not listed need a visa.

  • Allowed purposes

    Your trip must fall under one of the allowed purposes, such as tourism, leisure or certain short courses.

    • Tourism and leisure; TCEB-supported MICE events
    • Recreational learning: diving, Muay Thai, Thai massage, cooking courses
    • Family visits or medical treatment for under 60 days
    • Football trials
    Official wording

    Tourism and leisure; TCEB-supported MICE events; recreational learning such as diving, Muay Thai, Thai massage or cooking courses; visiting family in Thailand or medical treatment for under 60 days; football trials.

  • Apply online

    Applications go through thaievisa.go.th, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' official e-Visa site. The relevant Thai embassy or consulate may ask for an interview or more documents.

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  • Document checklistPassport or travel document biodata page
  • FeesTourist visa, single entry (Washington DC embassy)

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