Bangkok, Thailand, September 1, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Valid from October 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023 for tourists from visa-exempt countries/territories and visa-on-arrival countries/territories. The Thai Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has approved the proposal from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to extend the length of stay for tourists from visa-exempt countries/territories to 45 days and for those with a visa on arrival (VOA) to 30 days. This regulation is in effect from October 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023.

The TAT proposed the extension to boost the upcoming high season, which normally lasts from October to March.

During the specially granted 6-month period, the length of stay per visit for passport holders of the following countries/territories who are permitted to enter Thailand under a tourist visa exemption will be extended from 30 to 45 days: Andorra, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Ukraine and USA.

Furthermore, during the same 6-month period, the length of stay per visit for passport holders of the following countries/territories who can apply for a visa on arrival will be extended from 15 days to 30 days: Bhutan, Bulgaria, China, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Fiji, Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Malta, Mexico, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Uzbekistan and Vanuatu.

Furthermore, passport holders of the following countries/territories can enter Thailand visa-free under a bilateral agreement: Cambodia (14 days), Myanmar (14 days), Hong Kong (30 days), Laos (30 days), Macau (30 days), Mongolia (30 days), Russia (30 days and visa on arrival), Vietnam (30 days), Argentina (90 days), Brazil (90 days), Chile (90 days), South Korea (90 days) and Peru (90 days).

Please note that nationals of certain countries/territories must apply for their visa exclusively at the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate General in their country of residence, or at the designated Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate General. Travelers are therefore advised to contact their nearest Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate General to determine their eligibility to apply.

Information on the location and contact number of the Royal Thai Embassies and Consulates General can be found at www.thaiembassy.org.

To submit an online application, visitors can check their eligibility on the official Thai electronic visa website at www.thaievisa.go.th.

Thailand warmly welcomes travelers from all countries and regions. Entry requires proof of vaccination or, in the case of unvaccinated individuals, a negative RT-PCR or ATK test result taken no more than 72 hours prior to arrival. This proof can be presented in printed or digital form. Random checks are conducted upon arrival at Thailand's international airports and border crossings (in 22 provinces).

Both vaccinated and unvaccinated/incompletely vaccinated travelers in Thailand are strongly urged to strictly adhere to health and safety standards. Travelers with COVID-like symptoms should get tested. In the event of a positive test result, appropriate medical treatment is required.