Available Applications

Type	Delivery	Validity	Stay	Entries
Tourist eVOA	Email	15 days upon arrival	15 days	Single	Apply now

Overview

Citizens of 21 countries are currently eligible to apply for a Thailand Visa before arriving in the country. As a national of any one of those countries, the Thai eVOA enables you to obtain a visa electronically. There are some basic requirements, but with your valid passport and the ability to pay the application and associated fees, you’ll receive your Visa via email in no time at all. Furthermore, visa-on-arrival fees are waived until April 2020 for citizens from the above 21 countries. After that date, you may be required to pay a fee of 2,000 Baht (US $61) upon arrival.

Processing Steps

Online Application

Form is received and reviewed for approval.

Receive Document

Receive the approved document via e-mail.

Arrive in Thailand

Present the document upon arrival.

Thailand eVOA Processing

What Is A Thailand eVisa on Arrival?

The government of Thailand has introduced an eVisa system for foreign travelers planning to visit Thailand. The system was launched in 2015, making it much easier for travelers to obtain their travel permits, as compared to a regular visa. No more standing in long queues, visiting the embassy, or fixing an appointment.

Applicants can complete the whole process starting from applying to receiving the pre-registration document. Thailand provides Visa on Arrival (VOA), which means once the travelers complete all online procedures and reach Thailand, they will be provided with the final visa. Thailand has allowed citizens of 19 countries to apply online for a tourist visa.

Known by a few different names such as Thailand visa online, Thailand eVisa, and Thailand eVOA (Electronic Visa on Arrival), this electronic visa means that citizens from eligible countries can now obtain a visa to Thailand faster and easier than ever before.

To promote tourism and speed up the approval process for visas to the country, the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand recently implemented a Thailand Online Visa and Thailand eVisa on arrival. This electronic travel authorization allows travelers from eligible countries to enter the country without having to visit their local embassy or wait extended periods for the finalization of their application.

The Thailand online visa simplifies the visa application process and delivers the approved eVisa directly to your email. Meaning no long wait. In fact, the eVOA processing time is usually between 24 - 72 hours.

Instruction for Travellers Applying For an eVisa on Arrival To Thailand

The Thailand government allows only 19 countries to apply for VOA. These countries are Bulgaria, Bhutan, China, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Fiji, Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Malta, Mexico, Nauru, Mauritius, Papua New Guinea, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu.

On reaching Thailand, travelers can get their final visa from the following ports and checkpoints:

Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Muang International Airport, Bangkok
Chiangmai International Airport, Chiangmai
Phuket International Airport, Phuket
Hatyai International Airport, Songkhla
U Tapao Airport, Rayong
Mae Sai Immigration Checkpoint, Chiengrai
Chieng Saen Immigration Checkpoint, Chiengrai
Chieng Khong Immigration Checkpoint, Chiengrai
Betong Immigration Checkpoint, Yala
Sadoa Immigration Checkpoint, Songkhla
Samui Airport, Surat Thani
Sukhothai International Airport, Tak Immigration Checkpoint
Bangkok Harbour Immigration Checkpoint, Bangkok
Sri Racha Immigration Checkpoint, Chonburi
Mabtaput Immigration Checkpoint, Rayong
Nong Khai Immigration Checkpoint, Nong Khai
Samui Immigration Checkpoint, Surat Thani
Phuket Immigration Checkpoint, Phuket
Satun Immigration Checkpoint, Satun
Krabi Immigration Checkpoint, Krabi
Songkhla Harbour Immigration Checkpoint, Songkhla
Chiangrai Airport Immigration Checkpoint, Chiangrai
Surat Thani Airport Immigration Checkpoint, Surat Thani

Who is eligible for the Thailand eVisa?

Citizens of 21 countries are currently eligible to apply for a Thailand eVisa before arriving in the country. As a national of any one of those countries, the Thai eVOA enables you to obtain a visa electronically. There are some basic requirements (discussed in full below), but with your valid passport and the ability to pay the application and associated fees, you’ll receive your eVisa via email in no time at all.

The 21 countries eligible for the Thailand eVOA are:

Andorra
Bhutan
Bulgaria
China
Cyprus
Ethiopia
Fiji
India
Kazakhstan
Latvia
Lithuania
Maldives
Malta
Mauritius
Papua New Guinea
Romania
San Marino
Saudi Arabia
Taiwan
Ukraine
Uzbekistan

Furthermore, visa-on-arrival fees are waived until April 2020 for citizens from the above 21 countries. After that date, you may be required to pay a fee of 2,000 Baht (US $61) upon arrival.

Important Details to Note

Before you complete your online application for the Thailand eVisa, you do have to meet several requirements in order to be eligible.

You must apply for your eVisa before arriving in Thailand.
You must have a valid passport from one of the eligible countries listed above.
Your passport must be valid for at least 30 days after your arrival date and have at least one blank page for stamping by immigration officials when you arrive in Thailand.
It must be a regular, ordinary passport as travel documents like the Convention of July or Diplomatic Passports are not eligible for the eVOA.
If children are traveling with you, they will need an eVOA. This includes infants as well. However, with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 applicants, your eVOA application can be created for the entire family.
You need a digital photo/copy of your passport cover page.
You also need a digital photo/copy of your passport’s bio page.
A digital copy of your passport photo (4x6 cm).
A copy of your arrival and departure airline tickets.
Confirmation of your hotel or accommodation bookings.
You will need a debit or major credit card (American Express, MasterCard, Visa) in order to pay the application and associated fees.
You need a valid email address in order to receive your eVisa code once your application is approved.
You must arrive by plane at one of Thailand’s international airports.

As an additional note on your passport photo, submitting a photo that doesn’t meet the ICAO standard of 4x6 cm can delay your visa application process as you’ll have to provide a new one before the Thailand eVisa application can be processed.

How to Apply For a Thailand Tourist eVisa On Arrival?

You can apply for your Thailand visa as much as 30 days in advance of your visit, or as little as 24 hours before you arrive in the country with the Express Visa service that is available for an additional cost. The Thailand electronic visa on arrival grants you permission to visit the country for up to 15 days.

You do need to obtain your Thailand eVisa before arriving in the country as you’ll be required to show a copy upon attempting to enter.

Complete the online application for Thailand eVOA.
Ensure that your application is accurate, truthful, and matches the information on your passport from one of the 21 eligible countries.
The passport that you use for the application must be the same one that you will travel to Thailand with. Once your Thailand eVisa application is submitted and processed, the information cannot be changed and if the information doesn’t match, your eVOA will be invalid and you won’t be eligible for a refund.
If you hold dual nationality, select the nationality of the passport that you will use for your trip to Thailand.

Upon arriving at one of Thailand’s international airports, proceed to the immigration section and locate the dedicated eVOA lane in the Visa on Arrival area. Simply present your passport and approved eVOA code to the immigration officer and once approved, you’ll move to the Customs portion of arrival. Once that is complete, you’re free to visit Thailand as a tourist for up to 15 days.

The entire Thailand eVisa/eVOA process is 100 percent online. No standing in line and no long waits for approval. Apply for your Thailand eVisa using the information and tips above and you could be seeing the beautiful lands of Thailand in as little as 24 hours.

Get your Thailand eVisa

Applying for and receiving a tourist visa to Thailand has never been more convenient. Apply from the comfort of home, on a break at work, or even while stuck in that traffic jam after work. Complete the application with valid information, upload the required documents, pay the nonrefundable application and associated fees, and watch your email for your pre-approval code.

If you’re from one of the 21 countries listed above, the beauty and wonder of Thailand could be yours to behold in as little as 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I receive the results of my Thailand eVisa online application?

You will receive your eVOA code via email to the address you include on your application. You can also download a PDF copy from the Thailand eVisa website.

What’s the difference between Thailand’s eVOA and the VOA at the Immigration counter?

You can obtain the eVOA 100% online from your laptop, desktop, or mobile device in advance and it allows you quicker entry. The normal VOA takes longer on arrival as it requires you to provide your information and documents to get your entry approved.

Is the eVOA a single or multiple entry visa?

Single entry only.

Is there a minimum browser requirement to apply for the eVOA?

Yes, Safari 12, Google Chrome 72, Firefox 65, or Internet Explorer 11 are required for the Thailand eVisa application.

Why should I use the Thailand eVOA online application?

Applying online means no standing in line and no extended wait for your approval process from the embassy, or excessive vetting upon arrival. Submitting the required information and documents online means that you’ll receive your pre-approval eVOA code via email (usually within 24-72 hours) and your entry is much quicker.

Which Thailand airports participate in the eVOA service?

Don Mueang International Airport, Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Phuket International Airport, and Chiang Mai International Airport.

I only have a surname, how do I complete the Thailand eVisa online application?

If your passport has only one name such as no surname or only a surname, applicants should enter the same name in both the First and Last name fields of the eVOA online application.

I accidentally provided an invalid email on my eVOA application. What can I do?

You will need to reapply. Since you did not provide a valid email address, you will not receive your Login link.

I entered the correct email but I haven’t received the results of my application after 5 business days. What can I do?

Please contact us directly in this event.

My family eVOA was approved for everyone except myself. What can I do?

Your approved family members can travel with the family eVOA and you can simply reapply for your own eVOA or apply for the Regular Visa.

What payment methods are accepted for the Thailand eVisa?

You can use PayPal or a major credit card such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover.

If my eVOA application is rejected, do I get a refund?

No, the Thailand eVisa application and associated fees are not refundable. This is why it is extremely important that you ensure that your application data is accurate, truthful, and matches your passport.

If my eVOA application is rejected, can I reapply?

Yes. Simply ensure that you have all of the required documents, your passport is valid for at least 30-days from your expected arrival date, and that you complete the application with accurate and valid information.

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