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On 15 September 2026, Thailand removed 21 nationalities from its visa-exemption list. Citizens of Albania, Andorra, Colombia, Cuba, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Jamaica, Kosovo, Mexico, Monaco, Morocco, Panama, Papua New Guinea, San Marino, Sri Lanka, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay and Uzbekistan could previously land in Bangkok with just a passport and receive a free 60-day stamp. They now need a visa before they travel. Visa on arrival is not an option either: it is now reserved for citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia.
The Thailand Tourist eVisa is the fastest way back. Evisa Rocket handles the whole application online: one entry, a stay of up to 60 days, valid 3 months from issue and extendable by 30 days once you are in Thailand — for $98 all-in, government fee included. No embassy appointment, no airport queue: we check your photo, passport scan and supporting documents before anything is filed.
This guide covers what changed on 15 September 2026, who needs the eVisa, the documents to prepare, the application steps, the fee, processing times, common rejection reasons and what to expect at Thai immigration. Not on the list? If you hold a passport from the US, the UK, the EU, Canada, Australia or another of the 60 visa-exempt countries and territories, you can enter Thailand visa-free for 30 days and do not need this eVisa.
Key facts and fees
| Type | Number of entries | Validity | Max Stay | Processing time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist eVisa - Single Entry (60 days) | SINGLE ENTRY | 3 months | 60 days | 5-10 business days |
| Type | Government Fee | Service Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist eVisa - Single Entry (60 days) | $30 | $68 | $98 |
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Available Thailand eVisa Types
Eligible Countries for Thailand eVisa
Citizens from these countries are eligible to apply for the Thailand eVisa to Thailand
| Nationality | Status | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Albania |
| Andorra | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Andorra |
| Colombia | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Colombia |
| Cuba | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Cuba |
| Dominica | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Dominica |
| Dominican Republic | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Dominican Republic |
| Ecuador | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Ecuador |
| Guatemala | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Guatemala |
| Jamaica | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Jamaica |
| Kosovo | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Kosovo |
| Mexico | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Mexico |
| Monaco | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Monaco |
| Morocco | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Morocco |
| Panama | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Panama |
| Papua New Guinea | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Papua New Guinea |
| Republic of San Marino | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Republic of San Marino |
| San Marino | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – San Marino |
| Sri Lanka | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Sri Lanka |
| Tonga | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Tonga |
| Trinidad & Tobago | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Trinidad & Tobago |
| Uruguay | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Uruguay |
| Uzbekistan | Eligible for this eVisa online | Thailand eVisa guide – Uzbekistan |
Who Needs the Thailand eVisa Since 15 September 2026?
- Latin America and the Caribbean: Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Uruguay, Panama, Guatemala, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Dominica.
- Europe: Albania, Kosovo, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino.
- Africa and Asia: Morocco, Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan.
- Pacific: Papua New Guinea, Tonga.
Thailand Tourist eVisa at a Glance
- Price: $98 all-in per traveller ($30 government fee + $68 service fee).
- Entries: single entry — one trip to Thailand.
- Length of stay: up to 60 days from the day you arrive, extendable once by 30 days at a Thai immigration office (1,900 THB), for up to 90 days in total.
- Validity: 3 months from issue — you must enter Thailand within that window.
- Purpose: tourism, visiting friends or family, and short wellness or medical stays. Paid work is not allowed.
- Processing: 5 to 10 business days — apply at least 2 weeks before departure.
- Ports of entry: all international airports (Suvarnabhumi BKK, Don Mueang DMK, Phuket HKT, Chiang Mai CNX, Krabi KBV, Koh Samui USM…), the main land borders with Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia and Myanmar, and the main sea ports.
Thailand eVisa Requirements: What You Need Before Applying
- Passport: valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date in Thailand, with at least 2 blank pages.
- Passport bio page scan: clear PDF or JPG, 300 dpi, max 2 MB.
- Recent passport-style photo: 3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background, no glasses, no head covering except for religious reasons, taken within the last 6 months.
- Confirmed return or onward flight ticket leaving Thailand within 60 days of arrival.
- Hotel reservation for at least your first few nights, or an invitation letter from a Thai host with a copy of their ID.
- Bank statement (last 3 months) showing at least 20,000 THB (~$600 USD) per applicant. A credit-card statement is also accepted.
- Personal information: full name as on your passport, date of birth, nationality, profession, marital status, current address.
- A valid email address to receive your eVisa.
- Credit or debit card for online payment — Visa, Mastercard, American Express.
How to Apply for the Thailand eVisa — Step by Step
- Start your application: click 'Apply Now' on this page. There is one product — the Tourist eVisa, single entry, $98.
- Fill in your personal and passport details: full name exactly as on your passport, date and place of birth, nationality, profession, marital status. Match the spelling of your passport's machine-readable zone.
- Upload your documents: passport bio page, compliant photo (3.5 × 4.5 cm), return ticket, accommodation booking and bank statement. Our system checks file size, format and photo dimensions before you submit.
- Add your trip details: arrival date, port of entry (Suvarnabhumi BKK, Don Mueang DMK, Phuket HKT, Chiang Mai CNX, Krabi KBV…), departure date and accommodation address.
- Pay $98 securely online by credit or debit card.
- Wait for the decision: standard processing is 5 to 10 business days, with email updates at every stage.
- Print your eVisa and keep it with your passport. Within 72 hours before arrival, also file the free TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card) — it is separate from the eVisa.
Thailand eVisa Fee in 2026
- Children, infants and seniors pay the same fee as adults — every traveller needs their own eVisa.
- The government fee is non-refundable once the application is filed, even if the visa is denied.
- The optional 30-day extension is paid separately in Thailand: 1,900 THB (~$55) at the immigration office.
- The TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card) is free on the official site and is not part of the eVisa fee.
Processing Time and Validity
eVisa, Visa Exemption or Visa on Arrival — What Applies to You
- Visa exemption (free, 30 days): 60 countries and territories, including the US, the UK, the EU, Switzerland, Canada and Australia. Not available to the 21 nationalities listed above.
- Bilateral agreements: 90 days for Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru and South Korea; 30 days for China, Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Laos, Macao, Mongolia, Russia, Timor-Leste and Vietnam; 14 days for Cambodia and Myanmar.
- Visa on arrival: now limited to citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia.
- Thailand Tourist eVisa ($98 with Evisa Rocket): for citizens of the 21 countries that lost visa-free entry — single entry, 60-day stay, applied for online before travel.
Common Rejection Reasons (and How to Avoid Them)
- Passport expiring within 6 months — Thailand strictly enforces this rule.
- Non-compliant photo — wrong dimensions (the Thai standard is 3.5 × 4.5 cm), wrong background, glasses or low resolution.
- Insufficient bank statement — below 20,000 THB equivalent, or irregular over the last 3 months.
- No return ticket — Thailand requires proof of departure within 60 days of arrival. A one-way ticket is grounds for refusal.
- Hotel booking can't be verified — booked on an unrecognised platform, or cancelled right after applying.
- Past overstay in Thailand — flagged automatically; even a short overstay can disqualify you.
- Inconsistent details — names, dates or addresses that differ between the form and your documents.
Arriving in Thailand: What to Expect at Immigration
Top Destinations for Your Thailand Stay
Frequently Asked Questions
21 nationalities lost visa-free entry on 15 September 2026: Albania, Andorra, Colombia, Cuba, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Jamaica, Kosovo, Mexico, Monaco, Morocco, Panama, Papua New Guinea, San Marino, Sri Lanka, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay and Uzbekistan. Their citizens must obtain a visa before travelling — the Thailand Tourist eVisa ($98, 60-day stay) can be done entirely online. Travellers from these countries admitted to Thailand on or before 14 September 2026 keep the stay they were granted at entry.
No. Visa on arrival is now limited to citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia. If you fly without a visa, your airline can refuse to board you and Thai immigration can refuse entry. Apply for the Tourist eVisa at least 2 weeks before departure.
No. These countries are among the 60 countries and territories whose citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days of tourism, extendable once by 30 days at a Thai immigration office. Evisa Rocket's Thailand eVisa is reserved for the 21 nationalities that lost visa-free entry on 15 September 2026. You still need to file the free TDAC before arrival.
Standard processing is 5 to 10 business days. During peak seasons (December to February, summer holidays, Songkran in April) it can take up to 14 days. Apply at least 14 days before departure to absorb any unexpected delay.
Up to 60 days from the day you arrive, on a single entry. You can extend once by 30 days at any Thai immigration office for 1,900 THB (~$55 USD), for a maximum of 90 days. The eVisa must be used within 3 months of issue.
$98 per traveller, all-in: $30 government fee + $68 service fee. Children, infants and seniors pay the same as adults. The government fee is non-refundable once the application is filed, even if the visa is denied.
No. The Tourist eVisa is single-entry: it ends when you leave Thailand, even if you have not used all 60 days. If your itinerary includes a side trip to Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam or Malaysia with a return to Thailand, you need either a new visa for the second entry or a re-entry permit obtained from Thai immigration before you leave.
No. The Tourist eVisa covers tourism, family visits and short wellness or medical stays. It does not allow paid employment, freelance work for Thai clients or remote work. Paid work requires a Non-Immigrant B visa and a Thai work permit. For digital nomads, the DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) covers up to 5 years with 180-day stays.
If denied, the government fee is non-refundable. Evisa Rocket refunds its service fee on request for first-time denials caused by issues we should have caught. Common rejection reasons: non-compliant photo (must be 3.5 × 4.5 cm), passport valid less than 6 months, insufficient bank statement, no return ticket, prior overstay. We help diagnose the cause and re-apply correctly.
The eVisa is accepted at all main international airports (Suvarnabhumi BKK, Don Mueang DMK, Phuket HKT, Chiang Mai CNX, Krabi KBV, Koh Samui USM, Hat Yai HDY, U-Tapao UTP, Chiang Rai CEI), at the major land borders (Aranyaprathet/Poipet with Cambodia, Friendship Bridge/Nong Khai with Laos, Sadao/Padang Besar with Malaysia, Mae Sai/Tachileik with Myanmar), and at the major sea ports.
Yes. Every traveller — including newborns, infants and minors — needs their own eVisa linked to their own passport, at the same $98 fee. Children travelling with only one parent should also carry a signed authorisation letter from the absent parent.
Yes. Since 1 May 2025 the TDAC replaced the paper TM6 card and is mandatory for every foreign traveller — with or without an eVisa. Complete it for free on the official site tdac.immigration.go.th within 72 hours before arrival; each traveller, children included, needs their own. The eVisa is your permission to enter, the TDAC is your arrival declaration.
Yes. Visit a Thai immigration office a few days before your 60 days end, with your passport, eVisa printout, proof of accommodation and 1,900 THB (~$55 USD), to get a 30-day extension — 90 days in total. Bangkok's Chaeng Wattana office is the largest; Chiang Mai, Phuket and Pattaya offices are smaller and faster.
Only if you are a national of, or are travelling from, a country with yellow fever risk. This concerns several countries on the list of 21: if you come from Colombia, Ecuador, Panama or Trinidad and Tobago, carry your International Certificate of Vaccination — Thai immigration can ask for it, and without it you may be refused entry.
November to March is peak season — dry and sunny across most of Thailand, best for the islands, Chiang Mai and Bangkok. April to May is the hot season (up to 40°C), with Songkran (Thai New Year, 13–15 April). June to October is the monsoon: the Andaman side (Phuket, Krabi) gets wetter, while the Gulf islands (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan) often stay drier, with lower prices.
The DTV is a separate visa for digital nomads, wellness visitors and people taking Thai cultural courses (Muay Thai, cooking…). It costs 10,000 THB, is valid 5 years and allows 180-day stays per entry. If you plan to spend more than 6 months a year in Thailand as a remote worker, look at the DTV. For a holiday of up to 60 days, the Tourist eVisa is the right choice.