Thailand Visa Finder
Answer 6 quick questions and get a personalized visa recommendation based on your plans, budget, and eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Thailand visa do I need?
It comes down to your nationality, how long you want to stay, and what you plan to do here. Most Western passports get 60 days visa-free right now, though Thailand has approved cutting that to 30. Remote workers should look at the DTV. Over 50, there are three retirement routes and the obvious one is usually not the best one. Take the quiz above for a specific answer.
How long can I stay in Thailand without a visa?
Sixty days for US, UK, Canada, Australia and most EU passports, as of today. Thailand approved dropping that to 30 days for most countries back in May 2026, but it only starts 15 days after it hits the Royal Gazette and that has not happened yet. You can usually extend by 30 days at any immigration office for 1,900 THB.
What is the easiest Thailand visa to get?
Visa exemption, because there is no application at all, just the free TDAC arrival card before you fly. For longer stays the DTV is the most straightforward if you can show remote work. Thailand Privilege is the easiest of all if you can afford it, since it is basically a payment and a clean record.
How much does a Thailand visa cost?
Visa exemption and the TDAC are free. The DTV is 10,000 THB, charged in local currency at your embassy. Retirement extensions are 1,900 THB a year inside Thailand, plus whatever the embassy charges for the visa itself. Thailand Privilege starts at 650,000 THB for five years. A visa agent adds roughly $100 to $500 depending on how complicated your case is.
Can I work remotely in Thailand?
Yes, and the DTV was built for it. Five-year multiple-entry, up to 180 days per entry, aimed at remote workers and freelancers. You need proof of remote work and 500,000 THB in the bank. Contrary to most of the internet, health insurance is not on the official document checklist, though individual embassies add their own requirements.