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What the Thailand tourist eVisa is
The Thailand tourist eVisa is an electronic visa for leisure travel: a stay of up to 60 days per entry, a validity of 3 or 6 months from issue, and delivery as a PDF you print at home. Thailand moved to a stickerless system, so supporting documents are not handed in at an embassy during the online flow and the approved visa reaches you by email. Figures on this page are published reference figures; your responsible mission confirms the conditions that apply to your application.
| Key point | Published figure | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Stay per entry | Up to 60 days | The permitted stay printed on your issued eVisa |
| Visa validity | 3 or 6 months from issue | Enter Thailand within the validity window |
| Entry type | Single or multiple entry | The entry option selected in your application |
| Delivery | PDF sent by email | Print it and check the passport details before travel |
| Purpose | Tourism and leisure visits | Not a work or employment route |
Who the tourist eVisa is for
The tourist eVisa is issued for tourism purposes rather than work. Published guidance covers leisure and vacation travel, family visits, medical treatment at registered Thai hospitals, training activities such as Thai culinary courses, and MICE events supported by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau. If your visit is mainly for employment, a different Thai visa category would fit better.
- Leisure travel, holidays and sightseeing.
- Visiting family or friends in Thailand.
- Medical treatment at registered Thai hospitals.
- Training activities, such as Thai culinary courses.
- MICE events supported by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau.
Eligibility is residence-based: any nationality currently living in an eligible country may typically apply online, while applicants living elsewhere usually apply in person at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate. Before you begin, check whether your passport qualifies for the Thailand visa exemption route, because an exempt entry does not need a tourist eVisa at all.
Thailand tourist eVisa requirements at a glance
Documents are reviewed before a decision is made, so prepare the full set early. A typical application needs a passport valid at least 6 months from arrival, a photo taken within the last 6 months, a copy of your flight ticket, proof of your current residence, a hotel booking or an invitation letter, and a 3-month bank statement showing a published figure of at least 610 USD. Missions may request additional evidence, so treat this list as a starting set rather than a guarantee.
| Document | What it covers | Typical note |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | Valid at least 6 months from arrival | Renew first if it expires soon |
| Recent photo | Taken within the last 6 months | Follow the photo rules shown in the form |
| Travel evidence | Flight ticket copy plus hotel booking or invitation letter | Names should match your passport |
| Proof of residence | Evidence of where you currently live | Supports residence-based eligibility |
| Bank statement | 3 months of transactions, published figure of at least 610 USD | Format may vary by mission |
Use our Thailand tourist eVisa documents checklist to prepare each file in the format the form expects, and remember that extra documents may be requested for your profile.
How the tourist eVisa application works
The application runs fully online. Our how to apply for the Thailand tourist eVisa walkthrough follows the form step by step, and the Thailand tourist eVisa fees page shows what to expect at the payment step. Treat the fee as non-refundable once it is paid, because an unsuccessful application does not create an automatic refund.
Check eligibility
Confirm your purpose and your country of residence before you open the form.
Complete the form
Enter passport, travel and stay details, then upload the requested documents.
Pay the fee
Pay at the step shown, save the receipt, and remember the fee is non-refundable.
Track the decision
Follow updates on the Thailand eVisa status check once processing begins.
Published service guidance recommends applying at least 15 business days before departure, and the application service linked from this site publishes a 14-day processing time. Treat both as published reference figures: the responsible mission controls the actual decision date, so review the Thailand tourist eVisa processing time page if you are working to a travel date.
After approval, the eVisa arrives by email as a PDF that you should print before travelling. You must then complete the free TDAC within 72 hours before departure; it is an entry form, not a visa, and our Thailand entry requirements page explains how it fits alongside the tourist eVisa.
Thailand tourist eVisa FAQs
What is the Thailand tourist eVisa?
It is an electronic visa for leisure travel that allows a stay of up to 60 days per entry. It is issued as a single or multiple entry with a validity of 3 or 6 months from the issue date, and it is one of the nine Thai eVisa categories available online.
How long can I stay in Thailand on a tourist eVisa?
Each entry allows a stay of up to 60 days, and the permitted stay is recorded on your issued eVisa. Any extension request inside Thailand is handled by Thai immigration authorities, not by this site.
How do I receive the approved tourist eVisa?
The approved visa is sent by email as a PDF file. Print a copy before you travel and carry it with your passport, because supporting documents are not stamped at an embassy during the online flow.
How far in advance should I submit the application?
Published service guidance suggests applying at least 15 business days before departure, and the application service linked from this site publishes a 14-day processing time. Both are published reference figures; the responsible mission decides the outcome.
What documents does the tourist eVisa application require?
Typical requirements include a passport valid at least 6 months from arrival, a photo taken within 6 months, a flight ticket copy, proof of residence, a hotel booking or invitation letter, and a 3-month bank statement showing a published figure of at least 610 USD. Additional documents may be requested.
Is the tourist eVisa the same as the TDAC entry form?
No. After approval you complete the free TDAC within 72 hours before departure. It is an entry form rather than a visa, and it does not replace the tourist eVisa or a visa-exempt entry.
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Information and update notice. This page was last updated on 23 October 2026. Thailand's visa categories, eligibility lists, processing times and entry conditions can change at short notice. This guide is general information, not legal or immigration advice. VistoRoute is a private information and application-assistance service and is not the visa authority of Thailand or connected to the Government of Thailand. Always confirm the current requirements on the eVisa application step of your responsible Thai mission, or with a Royal Thai embassy or consulate, before you apply or travel.