EVisa · checked 3 Nov 2026

Thailand e-Visa: who needs it and how to apply

The short answerThe Thailand e-Visa is Thailand’s official online visa system. You apply through the Thai embassy or consulate covering where you live. Go to the official site. Every foreign visitor also needs the free arrival card.

The official link goes to thaievisa.go.th. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.

At a glance

The Thailand e-Visa in brief.

Fee	Set by the embassy, non-refundable. For example, US$40 single entry at the embassy in Washington, DC.
Valid for	Three months single entry, six months multiple entry
When to apply	Varies by embassy, so check yours
Decision	Varies by embassy

Who it’s for

Do you need it?

Travelers who aren’t visa-exempt, or who want to stay longer than the visa-free period. Since September 15, 2026, visa-exempt tourists get up to 30 days.

Before you fly

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Before you start

What to have ready.

A passport valid 6 months from travel.
A recent photo.
Proof of where you live now.
A flight itinerary.
Proof of accommodation.
Recent bank statements.

Step by step

How to get the Thailand e-Visa.

Check it applies to you. Travelers who aren’t visa-exempt, or who want to stay longer than the visa-free period. Since September 15, 2026, visa-exempt tourists get up to 30 days.
Pick your moment. Varies by embassy, so check yours.
Get these ready. A passport valid 6 months from travel; A recent photo; Proof of where you live now; A flight itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Recent bank statements.
Apply on the official site only. That’s thaievisa.go.th. The government fee is Set by the embassy, non-refundable. For example, US$40 single entry at the embassy in Washington, DC..
Wait for the answer. Varies by embassy. Don’t travel until it arrives.
Keep it with your passport. It’s valid for three months single entry, six months multiple entry.

Watch outThere’s no fast track, fees aren’t refunded, and each embassy has its own rules.

Not sure your passport needs the Thailand e-Visa? See the full Thailand entry requirements for 33 passports, including passport validity and what to show at the border.

Questions

The short answers.

What is the best eVisa for Thailand?

The Thailand e-Visa is Thailand’s official online visa system. You apply through the Thai embassy or consulate covering where you live. Apply on the official site, unless you want to pay a private service for help.

Who needs the Thailand e-Visa?

Travelers who aren’t visa-exempt, or who want to stay longer than the visa-free period. Since September 15, 2026, visa-exempt tourists get up to 30 days.

How much does it cost?

Set by the embassy, non-refundable. For example, US$40 single entry at the embassy in Washington, DC.. Fees change, so confirm it on the official site before you pay.

When should I apply?

Varies by embassy, so check yours.

How long does the Thailand e-Visa take?

Varies by embassy.

How long is the Thailand e-Visa valid?

Three months single entry, six months multiple entry.

What do I need to apply?

A passport valid 6 months from travel; A recent photo; Proof of where you live now; A flight itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Recent bank statements.

Does NUM issue the Thailand e-Visa?

No. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service, and we don’t decide applications. We explain what’s needed and link to the official site.

The rest of the trip

Land connected.

Get your data ready before you fly with a Thailand eSIM. Need anything else? Text NUM.

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