What do I need in addition to my passport?

Upon arrival, those entering Thailand under the Tourist Visa Exemption scheme, can be required by Thai Immigration to show the documents below at the port of entry before granting entry:

• Proof of adequate finances for the duration of stay in Thailand i.e. traveler’s cheque or cash equivalent to 10,000 Baht per person and 20,000 Baht per family.
• Proof of onward travel (confirmed air, train, bus or boat tickets) to leave Thailand within 30 days of the arrival date.

Thai Immigration may or may not ask to see this proof upon arrival. However, airlines often will deny boarding a flight to Thailand without a Visa unless the passenger has proof of onward travel within the permitted stay period for arrival without a Visa.

How many days am I permitted to stay when entering Visa Exempt and can it be extended?

Currently, Thai Immigration will grant a permitted stay of 60 days which includes the day of arrival in the calculation.  An application for an extension of stay for an additional 30 days can be obtained once from a Thai Immigration Office within Thailand. The 30 days will be added to the initial 60 days, therefore an application for extension can be made before the Admitted Until date. The fee is 1,900 baht.

How many times can I enter Thailand using Visa Exempt status?

There is no limit on the number of times you can enter. CAUTION: Thai Immigration may refuse entry if your passport shows several Visa exempt entries, especially if they are back to back, i.e., leaving Thailand and almost immediately returning for another Visa Exempt entry.