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2026 · Source-verified
Short stay — Tourist (TR / exempt / VOA)
The tourist route is for visits, not living. A tourist visa (TR) gives 60 days, and many nationalities also get visa-exempt entry. Thailand's 2026 rules are changing, so confirm the live rule for your passport before travel.
Independent guide, not legal advice.
Who it's for
Visitors coming for tourism rather than long stays, who want a tourist visa or visa-exempt entry.
Requirements
- A tourist visa gives 60 days; many nationalities also get visa-exempt entry.
- Tourist visa applicants show ~20,000 THB in funds and an onward ticket.
- Complete the free TDAC digital arrival card within 3 days of arrival.
- 2026 rules are reportedly changing (cabinet-level, NOT confirmed in force): a move toward 30-day visa-exempt stays. The current 60-day rule stands until officially published — confirm the live rule before travel.
Document checklist
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Tourist visa: ~20,000 THB funds shown + onward ticket
- TDAC digital arrival card (free, within 3 days of arrival)
How & where to apply
Watch the Royal Gazette for the 30-day change. (verified · mid-change)
Common blockers
- 2026 rules are reportedly changing (cabinet-level, NOT yet in force): visa-exempt stays may move toward 30 days. The current 60-day rule stands until officially published — confirm the live rule before you fly.
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Facts verified against official 2026 BOI & MFA sources and Thai immigration practice. Thai immigration applies discretion and rules change — always confirm with the Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate or a licensed agent before applying.