Visa & Entry
Thailand is one of the easiest countries to enter. Citizens of many nations get a generous visa-free stay on arrival, and a digital arrival card has replaced the old paper slip.
Visa-free stay
Up to 60 days*
Extension
+30 days at immigration
Passport validity
6+ months
Arrival card
Thailand Digital Arrival Card
Entry by nationalityBy passport
Select your passport / nationality to see visa type, stay length, and how to apply.
Choose a nationality above to see the visa type and stay length that apply to you.
Visa data updated 2026-02-17. Rules change — always confirm with the official embassy or consulate.
Entry allowances change periodically. Always verify the current visa-free period and arrival-card requirements for your passport with an official Thai source before booking.
60-day visa-free entry
Passport holders from around 90 countries — including the US, UK, EU and Australia — can enter visa-free for up to 60 days for tourism. Confirm the current allowance for your nationality before you travel.
Thailand Digital Arrival Card
Complete the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within a few days before you arrive. Fill in your flight and accommodation details and save the confirmation.
- Use only the official TDAC government portal
- Have your flight and first hotel address ready
- Complete it within 3 days of arrival
Extending your stay
You can extend a visa-free stay by 30 days once at a local immigration office for a modest fee — handy if the islands lure you into staying longer.
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