Do Mexican citizens need a visa for Thailand?
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.
Thailand entry rules for Mexican citizens.
| Verdict | e-Visa before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Thai e-Visa (Tourist Visa, TR) |
| Fee | Set by the Thai mission covering your country of residence; paid online by card in the e-Visa system |
| Stay | 60 days on a single-entry Tourist (TR) visa, extendable once by 30 days in Thailand |
| Validity | Single-entry TR: 3 months from issue; METV: 6 months |
| When to apply | Apply well before travel; processing time varies by mission |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Mexican passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Thailand entry requirements.
Skip the form. $4.99 a traveller.
A NUM person files the Thailand Digital Arrival Card on tdac.immigration.go.th for everyone in your group. NUM’s fee is $4.99 and the form itself is free. You answer any eligibility questions yourself, the decision goes to your own email, and your passport details are deleted the moment it’s filed. NUM isn’t the government and can’t promise approval.
The details for a Mexican passport.
Mexico was removed from visa exemption on 15 Sep 2026 (one of 21 nationalities, with Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Uruguay, Sri Lanka, Morocco and others). Mexico's foreign ministry (SRE) confirmed Mexican passport holders now need a visa. Mexicans who entered on or before 14 Sep 2026 keep the stay granted. TDAC still required.
How long it must be valid.
At least 6 months remaining from the date of arrival.
Recent changes in Thailand.
- 2025-05-01 — Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) became mandatory for all foreign arrivals, replacing the paper TM6.
- 2026-05-19 — Cabinet resolved to cancel the 60-day visa exemption scheme (93 countries, in force since 15 Jul 2024); further country details approved 16 Jul 2026.
- 2026-06-20 — International departure passenger service charge at six AOT airports rose from THB 730 to THB 1,120 (included in ticket price).
The short answers.
Do Mexican citizens need a visa for Thailand?
Yes. Mexican citizens apply online for the Thai e-Visa (Tourist Visa, TR) before travelling for stays of 60 days on a single-entry Tourist (TR) visa, extendable once by 30 days in Thailand.
How much does it cost for Mexican citizens?
Set by the Thai mission covering your country of residence; paid online by card in the e-Visa system. Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Mexican citizens stay in Thailand?
60 days on a single-entry Tourist (TR) visa, extendable once by 30 days in Thailand. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Mexican citizens apply?
Apply well before travel; processing time varies by mission.
Where do Mexican citizens apply?
On the official site, thaievisa.go.th. NUM links it and never charges for the link. If you’d rather not do the form, NUM can file it for you for $4.99 a traveller.
Does NUM issue Thailand visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.