What documents are required for a Thailand visa on arrival?

Thailand Visa on Arrival: Required Documents

Thailand’s Visa on Arrival program allows citizens of certain nationalities to enter the country and obtain a visa upon arrival at designated airports. To be eligible for a Visa on Arrival, applicants must meet several requirements and submit the following documents:

1. Passport

• Original passport with at least 30 days validity beyond the intended departure date from Thailand.
• Ensure that the passport has at least two blank pages for the visa stamp.

2. Visa on Arrival Application Form

• A completed and signed Visa on Arrival application form.
• The form can be obtained at the airport upon arrival or downloaded from the Thai Embassy or Consulate website.

3. Passport-Sized Photo

• A recent passport-sized photo (4 x 6 cm) in color with a white background.

4. Visa Fee

• The Visa on Arrival fee is 2,000 Thai Baht (approximately $60 USD).
• Payment can be made in cash (Thai Baht only) or by credit card at the airport.

Approved Nationalities

Citizens of the following countries are eligible for the Visa on Arrival program:

• Australia
• Austria
• Bahrain
• Belgium
• Bhutan
• Brunei
• Cambodia
• Canada
• Chile
• China (excluding Hong Kong and Macau)
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• India
• Indonesia
• Ireland
• Israel
• Italy
• Japan
• Kuwait
• Laos
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malaysia
• Maldives
• Malta
• Mexico
• Monaco
• Myanmar
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Oman
• Peru
• Philippines
• Poland
• Portugal
• Qatar
• Russia
• San Marino
• Saudi Arabia
• Singapore
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• South Africa
• South Korea
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Taiwan
• Turkey
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Uzbekistan
• Vatican City

Additional Notes

• The Visa on Arrival is valid for a stay of up to 30 days.
• Extensions of up to 30 additional days are possible at the Immigration Office in Thailand.
• Visitors must have proof of onward travel or a return ticket.
• The Thai Embassy or Consulate website should be consulted for the most up-to-date information and requirements.