Thailand Visa Checker 2026
Find out if you need a visa before traveling to Thailand
The one document every route needs
Most foreign visitors entering Thailand by air, land, or sea need a TDAC. ThaiDigitalCard provides independent assisted filing; the official government form is also available free of charge.
60
Countries in main scheme
30
Days in main scheme
2,000
THB, Visa on Arrival
Every route into Thailand, compared
The checker above tells you which row is yours. This is what each one costs and how long it buys.
| Route | Maximum stay | Cost | Extension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa exemption | 30 days | Free | +30 days, 1,900 THB |
| Bilateral agreement | 90 days | Free | +30 days, 1,900 THB |
| Visa on Arrival | 15 days | 2,000 THB | Generally not extendable |
| Tourist visa (TR) | 60 days | About 1,000–1,400 THB | +30 days, 1,900 THB |
| Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) | 180 days per entry | 10,000 THB | +180 days, once per entry |
Every row still needs a TDAC. The card is separate from the visa, and it is free on the government portal.
The 30-day rule: in force since September 15, 2026
The Ministry of Interior notices were published in the Royal Gazette on August 31, 2026. The replacement scheme has applied since September 15:
- 60 countries and territories receive 30-day visa-free entry for tourism. India is included in this tier.
- 2 countries fall to a 15-day exemption: Mauritius and Seychelles.
- 3 countries move to Visa on Arrival: Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia.
The 93-country, 60-day scheme ended on September 14. The checker above uses the categories now in force.
If you entered before the change, the stay already granted remains valid until the date recorded by immigration. For a new entry, verify your passport category and check the permitted-until date on your stamp.
Thailand visa questions, answered
Do I need a visa to visit Thailand?
Many tourists do not. Since September 15, 2026, the main 30-day scheme covers 60 countries and territories, with separate 15-day, 14-day, Visa on Arrival, and bilateral categories. The earlier 93-country, 60-day scheme has ended. Select your nationality above for the rule that applies to you.
Is the TDAC a visa?
No. The TDAC is an arrival declaration, not permission to stay. Most foreign visitors entering by air, land, or sea need one; transit passengers who do not pass immigration are exempt.
When did the 30-day visa-free rule start?
September 15, 2026. The Ministry of Interior notice was published in the Royal Gazette on August 31 and took effect after the stated 15-day interval.
Can I extend a visa-free stay?
Yes, once. A Thai Immigration Office grants a single 30-day extension for 1,900 THB. Go a few days before your stamp expires — an expired stamp is an overstay, charged at 500 THB per day.
How many times can I enter Thailand visa-free?
Repeated back-to-back entries can be questioned or refused. From September 15, the new notices generally limit visa-exempt entry through land-border checkpoints to 2 times per calendar year, with stated exceptions for Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, and Singapore.
What if my nationality needs a visa?
Apply for a Tourist Visa (TR) at a Thai embassy or through the official e-visa portal before you travel. It allows 60 days, extendable once by 30. Processing usually takes 3–5 working days.