Thailand Visas
Every route into Thailand beyond the DTV β from a 60-day tourist stay to 10-year residency. Tap any visa to see the essentials.
Tourist & Short-stay
Visa Exemption
Up to 60 days Β· no work+
Visa Exemption
Up to 60 days Β· no workVisa-free entry for passport holders of eligible countries β the simplest way in for a short trip.
β A cut to 30 days was approved in 2026 β confirm the current allowance before travel.
- Stay: up to 60 days on arrival
- Extension: +30 days once, at immigration
- For: tourism only β no employment
- Need: passport valid 6+ months, onward ticket
Visa on Arrival
15 days Β· select nationalities+
Visa on Arrival
15 days Β· select nationalitiesA short stamp issued at the airport for nationalities not covered by visa exemption.
- Stay: 15 days (generally non-extendable)
- For: short tourism
- Need: proof of funds, onward ticket, fee
Tourist Visa (TR)
60 days Β· +30 extension+
Tourist Visa (TR)
60 days Β· +30 extensionApplied for in advance through the Thai e-visa system β longer and more flexible than exemption.
- Stay: 60 days single entry
- Extension: +30 days at immigration
- For: longer holidays, non-exempt passports
- Apply: before arrival, online
METV
6 months Β· multiple entry+
METV
6 months Β· multiple entryThe Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa β repeated stays over half a year, ideal for regional travellers.
- Validity: 6 months, unlimited entries
- Per stay: up to 60 days (+30 extension)
- Need: financial proof at application
Work & Business
Non-B Business
90 days β annual+
Non-B Business
90 days β annualThe primary visa for employment or running a business in Thailand, paired with a work permit.
- Initial: 90 days, extendable to 1 year
- For: employees & business owners
- Need: Thai employer/company sponsorship + work permit
- Migrify handles: visa + work permit together
Work Permit
Required to work legally+
Work Permit
Required to work legallyThe separate authorisation from the Ministry of Labour that legally permits work β distinct from the visa itself.
- Tied to: a specific employer & role
- Pairs with: a Non-B visa
- Migrify handles: application & renewals
Education Visa (ED)
Course length+
Education Visa (ED)
Course lengthFor enrolled study β Thai language, university, or accredited cultural and skills courses.
- Duration: matches the course
- For: students & course participants
- Need: acceptance from an approved school
- Note: 90-day reporting applies
Family & Retirement
Marriage & Family (O)
1 year Β· renewable+
Marriage & Family (O)
1 year Β· renewableFor spouses of Thai nationals, parents of Thai children, and dependants.
- Stay: 1 year, renewable annually
- Financial (marriage): 400,000 THB in a Thai bank, or 40,000 THB/mo income
- Need: proof of relationship
- Note: 90-day reporting applies
Retirement (O-A)
Age 50+ Β· 1 year+
Retirement (O-A)
Age 50+ Β· 1 yearThe classic retirement visa for those aged 50 and over, renewable each year.
- Financial: 800,000 THB seasoned 2β3 months, or 65,000 THB/mo income
- Age: 50+
- Need: qualifying health insurance
Retirement (O-X)
10 years Β· select nationalities+
Retirement (O-X)
10 years Β· select nationalitiesA long-stay retirement route for eligible countries β one application covers a decade (5+5).
- Validity: up to 10 years
- Financial: higher thresholds than O-A
- Need: health insurance; eligible nationality
Long-term & Premium
LTR Visa
10 years Β· tax benefits+
LTR Visa
10 years Β· tax benefitsThe Long-Term Resident visa across four categories, with tax and work-permit advantages.
- Categories: Wealthy Global Citizen Β· Wealthy Pensioner Β· Work-from-Thailand Β· Highly Skilled
- Validity: 10 years
- Perks: flat 17% tax (some categories), fast-track, digital work permit
SMART Visa
Skilled pros & investors+
SMART Visa
Skilled pros & investorsFor experts, executives, investors and startups in targeted industries β no separate work permit needed.
- Validity: up to 4 years
- For: talent, investors, executives, entrepreneurs
- Perks: no work permit, family included
Thailand Privilege
5 / 10 / 20 years+
Thailand Privilege
5 / 10 / 20 yearsA membership long-stay programme (formerly Elite) β long-term rights with no income proof.
- Tiers: 5, 10 or 20 years by package
- For: those wanting hassle-free long stays
- Perks: fast-track immigration, concierge
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Find my visa Talk to a consultantDestination Thailand Visa (DTV) β Application Form
Royal Thai Embassy Β· Digital Nomad & Soft Power Visa Β· 5-year validity Β· 180 days per entry
You can apply via dtv.thailand-dtv.asia from outside Thailand
Application category
Select the category that best describes your purpose for applying, and use the consulate finder on the right to locate your nearest Thai embassy.
Don't risk a rejection. Migrify DTV can process your application on your behalf, directly with the Thai Consulate β ensuring a successful outcome from start to finish.
Enter your city or tap the GPS button to automatically detect your location and find the nearest Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate.
Personal information
Enter details exactly as they appear in your passport. All foreign-language documents must be translated into English or Thai.
Dependents
Each dependent must submit a separate application and pay the 10,000 THB fee.
Passport details
Enter your passport information. Use the π button (bottom-right) at any time to locate the nearest Thai consulate.
Employment & activity details
All employment or activity must be with entities outside Thailand.
Remote work / freelance
Thai soft power activity
Primary DTV holder details
Financial information
Minimum requirement: 500,000 THB (~USD 14,000) maintained for at least 3 consecutive months.
Visa financial requirements β need assistance?
Our specialist team can guide you through the process and help structure a compliant, successful application. We maintain a 98% approval rate across all DTV submissions.
Accommodation in Thailand
Health insurance
Document checklist
Confirm each document is prepared. Foreign-language documents must be translated into English or Thai by a certified translator.
Required for all applicants
Additional β remote worker / freelancer
Additional β soft power activity
Additional β dependents
Review & declaration
Review your application summary and confirm the declaration before proceeding to payment.
Declaration
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