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You are here: Home / Visa Stuff / The Thailand Tourist Visa Guide (Single & Multiple Entry)

The Thailand Tourist Visa Guide (Single & Multiple Entry)

The majority of foreign nationals are able to enter Thailand on a visa exemption stamp.

This means that you get a stamp at the immigration desk that allows you to stay for 30 days.

Please note that until the end of March 2023 you will get a 45-day stamp upon entry. This initiate has been put in place to boost tourism.

Okay, so now you're clear on how long you can stay when you arrive without a visa, what if you want to stay for 6 weeks, or 2 even months?

In this case, you can apply for a Tourist Visa.

In this FAQ guide, I'll answer all common queries regarding the Thailand Tourist Visa, both single and multiple entry.

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1. Where can I get a Tourist Visa?

A Tourist Visa can be obtained from a Thai embassy or consulate in your home country, or a country outside of Thailand, if you live abroad or are already traveling.

You can also apply via the E-Visa online system. Indeed, some embassies may no longer accept applications for Tourist Visas and instead require you to apply online.

The E-Visa is delivered via email. You can then print it out and present it to immigration on arrival.

What different types of tourist visa are there?

A. Single entry

The Single Entry Tourist Visa is valid for 3 months from its date of issue. It allows a single stay of a maximum of 60 days.

B. Multiple entry

The Multiple Entry Tourist Visa is valid for 6 months from its date of issue.

It allows an unlimited number of entries within the 6-month validity of the visa. Each entry allows a maximum stay of 60 days.

For example, if you leave Thailand on the 59th day of your stay and re-enter the country a day later, you will be stamped in for a further 60 days.

What documents do I need to get the Tourist Visa?

The requirements may vary slightly between country, but this is usually what's required from your local embassy.

  1. A completed visa application form with two recent passport type photos attached. The form can be downloaded from your local Thai embassy website.
  2. Your passport must have a minimum 6 months remaining validity, and at least two blank pages – this is so your visa can be added to the passport, and for entry/exit stamps when entering and leaving Thailand.
  3. If you reside in a country but are not a citizen of that country, then you will be required to show a visa or residence card that permits you to stay. You will also be required to show evidence of where you live, by way of utility bill, bank account statement, or driving license.
  4. Two recent passport size photographs. You can get these done at a photo booth (in a mall or store) or at some print services shops.
  5. Confirmation of travel (flight tickets).
  6. Proof of accommodation in Thailand: this can be a copy of your hotel booking or a letter from the family or friend you are staying with.
  7. Copy of bank statement to show proof of earnings. This requirement will differ between countries, and differs for the single and multiple entry visas. For example, for a Single Entry Tourist Visa from a US Thai embassy, you will need a copy of your bank statement showing $700 per person and $1,500 per family. For a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa, you will need a copy of your bank statement for the last 6 months showing a minimum balance of $7,000 (every month).

Thailand's E-Visa System

If you are applying online through the E-Visa system, you will require the following documentation:

  1. Passport or travel document with a validity of not less than 6 months.
  2. Photograph taken within the past six months.
  3. Evidence of travel to Thailand (air ticket paid in full).
  4. Evidence of adequate finance (20,000 Baht per person and 40,000 Baht per family).

Please note that you are not required to submit any supporting documents in person at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate after completing the E-Visa application. Once approved, a confirmation e-mail will be sent through and you can  print a copy of the confirmation e-mail to present to airline and Thai Immigration officials.

You can apply online here: https://www.thaievisa.go.th

Historically, Thailand's online systems have always fallen way short of expectations, with browser compatibility issues, bugs, broken links, etc., but the new visa system is working pretty well.

For those who deem themselves digitally challenged, there is a comprehensive user manual. This manual is also available as a series of how-to videos, which are very helpful. You can find the manual here.

How much does a Thai Tourist Visa cost?

The cost varies between country, but here is the cost for the US and UK:

  1. US: Single – $40. Multiple Entry – $200
  2. UK: Single – £30. Multiple Entry – £150

How long does it take to process a Tourist Visa?

If you attend the Thai embassy in person, the process will take around 5 working days. If you apply by mail, the process will take a minimum of 15 days.

Applying online will take 6-10 working days.

This is a general guideline and will differ between countries, and may be longer or shorter depending on how busy the embassy/consulate is.

I would personally allow 2 weeks if applying in person or online, and 3 weeks if applying by mail. This will ensure you get your visa before your flight date.

When is my Tourist Visa valid from?

The Single Entry Tourist Visa is valid 3 months from date of issue, and the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa is valid for 6 months from date of issue.

When you enter Thailand, you will be stamped in for 60 days.

Note: The expiry date of the visa shows on the visa sticker as ‘ENTER BEFORE'. When you enter Thailand, you will receive a rectangular stamp in your passport stating your date of entry and the ‘ADMITTED UNTIL' date. This date will be exactly 60 days after your date of entry

What happens if I leave Thailand before my 60-day stay is up?

If you leave prior to your 60-day stay ending, the remaining days will be forfeited.

If you think you will want to leave Thailand and re-enter, you should get a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa.

The Multiple Entry Tourist Visa is valid for 6 months from date of issue. You are allowed unlimited entries within the 6-month period of the visa. If you exit Thailand, as long as you re-enter before the visa expires, you will be stamped in for a further 60 days.

Can I extend my visa inside Thailand?

For those who want to extend their stay in Thailand, you can extend the 60-day Single Entry Tourist Visa by 30 days at a local Immigration Office. The fee for the extension is 1,900 Baht.

Under the Multiple Entry Visa, you can extend one of the 60-day stays by a further 30 days. The cost is the same.

Under the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa, by saving the 30-day extension for your final entry, you can accumulate almost 9 month's stay in Thailand.

Can I cancel my visa and get a refund?

No. The visa fee is non-refundable.

Can't I just do border runs instead of getting a Tourist Visa?

Because you are granted 30 days stay on arrival in Thailand, in theory you could just leave over a land border after 30 days and return the same day, activating a further 30 day's stay.

This is known as a border run. People used to stay in Thailand for years just going back and forth over the border.

However, the current rule is that if you enter Thailand over land without a visa, you are allowed a maximum of two 30-day entries within any rolling 12-month period.

With a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa, you can go in an out as many times as you want within the validity of the visa.

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  1. Elsje says

    January 22, 2023 at 1:08 pm

    We have a multiple entry tourist visa that expires on April 1, 2023.
    On March 10 we fly to Laos and come back to Thailand on March 19.
    Do we get another 60 day stamp on arrival or can we better enter on a 45 days visa exemption?
    We’re from the Netherlands.
    Reply

    Jan 22, 2023 at 1:08 pm

    • TheThailandLife says

      January 22, 2023 at 11:16 pm

      With a multiple entry tourist visa you will activate another 60 days when you enter. The visa lasts for 6 months.
      Reply

      Jan 22, 2023 at 11:16 pm

  2. Maree says

    January 18, 2023 at 11:09 am

    Hi everyone, still confused on visas. In Thailand now on 60 day visa which expires 5 mar, would like to stay till12 Apr (need to be back in Australia to keep my pension). I will be coming back for around 3 months at a time during this year. Suggestions?
    Reply

    Jan 18, 2023 at 11:09 am

    • TheThailandLife says

      January 18, 2023 at 6:10 pm

      You could get a 30-day extension from immigration near the end of your tourist visa. Or, leave and re-enter to get a 45-day stay. If you're coming for 3 months at a time you can do the same. Tourist visa for 60 days and a 30-day extension at immigration.
      Reply

      Jan 18, 2023 at 6:10 pm

  3. Gabriela says

    January 17, 2023 at 2:24 pm

    Hi, we are in Thailand on a 45 days exempt. Now our 60 day visa has arrived. Do we have to go over the border an reenter or can we go to an immigration office to activate the visa?
    Reply

    Jan 17, 2023 at 2:24 pm

    • TheThailandLife says

      January 17, 2023 at 4:41 pm

      Hi Gabriela, what do you mean it has arrived? Where did you get it from? Usually the 60-day tourist visa is issued to you by your local Thai embassy before you go on your trip. Please advise further details so I can better understand your situation.
      Reply

      Jan 17, 2023 at 4:41 pm

      • Gabriela says

        January 17, 2023 at 4:46 pm

        Hi, we applied for the visa in November, but it only arrived 2 days ago. Meanwhile we flew to Thailand and got the 45 days. Now I want to know if we can activate it at the immigration office or we have to go to the border to Laos.
        Reply

        Jan 17, 2023 at 4:46 pm

        • TheThailandLife says

          January 17, 2023 at 4:51 pm

          That's a tricky one. Officially, your visa is activated upon entry. However, immigration might come up with a solution for you, such as extending your current visa by a further 15 days, to make it 60 days. I wouldn't bother going in and out again, since you can extend that 45 day entry by 30 days for 1,900 Baht just before your 45 days expires. I'd go along to immigration, explain the situation, and ask nicely that you'd like 60 days because you paid for a visa but it arrived late.
          Reply

          Jan 17, 2023 at 4:51 pm

          • Gabriela says

            January 17, 2023 at 4:55 pm

            Mmmhhh. If I leave Thailand and come back I will get 60 days. So that's better for me isn't it?
            Reply

            Jan 17, 2023 at 4:55 pm

            • TheThailandLife says

              January 17, 2023 at 4:58 pm

              It depends when you arrived in Thailand and how long you plan to stay. You could wait until your 45 days is up, then leave Thailand and re-enter to activate your 60 days. That way you'd get a 105-day stay, albeit with a border hop. From your first message it sounded like you were seeking to activate the visa now.
              Reply

              Jan 17, 2023 at 4:58 pm

              • Gabriela says

                January 17, 2023 at 5:01 pm

                My 45 days will expire soon So I will do the border run to get 60 days more Thx a lot.
                Reply

                Jan 17, 2023 at 5:01 pm

                • TheThailandLife says

                  January 17, 2023 at 5:04 pm

                  That makes sense. This is a good border run to do: https://www.thethailandlife.com/fastest-thai-visa-run
                  Reply

                  Jan 17, 2023 at 5:04 pm

                  • Gabriela says

                    January 17, 2023 at 5:10 pm

                    We're traveling by bicycle and will cross the border that way. Many thx
                    Reply

                    Jan 17, 2023 at 5:10 pm

                    • TheThailandLife says

                      January 17, 2023 at 5:17 pm

                      Wow. That's amazing. Take care and good luck!

                      Jan 17, 2023 at 5:17 pm

              • Gabriela says

                January 17, 2023 at 5:04 pm

                Our 45 days will expire soon. So what I understand now is to go to the border and leave Thailand and come back to activate the visa.
                Reply

                Jan 17, 2023 at 5:04 pm

  4. Scott Elliott says

    December 23, 2022 at 6:59 am

    Happy Holidays, Peter, your family and everyone here! I inadvertently clicked the unsubscribe link on the email replies I received from the site. I was distracted, sorry Can you restore my ability to receive replies.
    Reply

    Dec 23, 2022 at 6:59 am

    • TheThailandLife says

      December 25, 2022 at 12:02 am

      Hi Scott, Merry Christmas. Looks like you are still subscribed :)
      Reply

      Dec 25, 2022 at 12:02 am

  5. Mike Brien says

    December 21, 2022 at 1:49 pm

    We find the Home registration a pain, even though we have the same address for years . We must still register in Pattaya immigration office, which is extremely busy when we go there . Is there a quite period there ? took us a whole day to register .
    Reply

    Dec 21, 2022 at 1:49 pm

  6. Maree Singleton says

    October 26, 2022 at 11:24 am

    Hi , I was wondering if I enter Thailand from Australia on a Tourist Visa (30 day now extended to 45 days), and plan on getting a Retirement Visa, do I need to show Immigration when I land that I have a return ticket to Australia? Thanks all.
    Reply

    Oct 26, 2022 at 11:24 am

    • TheThailandLife says

      October 26, 2022 at 5:14 pm

      Hi Maree,You would be entering on a visa exemption stamp, not a tourist visa. Those entering this way do need proof of an onward journey, though it is rarely asked for.The issue is this: to get a 1-year retirement extension you need the 800k deposit in a Thai bank account 60 days before you apply. Being on an exemption stamp wouldn't give you this. That is why the best way to do it is to apply for a 90-day single entry Non Immigrant O Visa from your home country. Please read this post to learn more: https://www.thethailandlife.com/the-thailand-retirement-visa-guide
      Reply

      Oct 26, 2022 at 5:14 pm

      • Maree says

        October 27, 2022 at 6:50 am

        Thank you... Ah yes, I had forgotten about that 60 day part. Do you think it best still to have a onward flight booked?
        Reply

        Oct 27, 2022 at 6:50 am

        • TheThailandLife says

          October 27, 2022 at 3:44 pm

          You need a return/onward ticket if you don't have a visa. If you have the 90-day single entry visa, or a tourist visa, you won't need one. If arriving without a visa you do need one.
          Reply

          Oct 27, 2022 at 3:44 pm

          • Maree says

            October 28, 2022 at 6:59 am

            Oh great, fantastic, thanks for the info on this. Love this blog.💙
            Reply

            Oct 28, 2022 at 6:59 am

  7. Johnathan Scott Elliott says

    October 2, 2022 at 5:45 am

    I plan to visit Thailand on single-entry Tourist Visa, February 2023. And intend, if approved, to request extension for additional 30 days beyond the initial 60. I will be visiting fiancée, her parents and siblings. During my stay we plan to marry and I will apply for marriage visa. Ultimately if all goes well, I'll relocate to Khonkaen from USA (Florida). I've diligently researched this scenario and seems permissible but would very much appreciate advice from the community here concerning any potential issues that may arise so I can address them in advance. Thanks very much! Scott
    Reply

    Oct 02, 2022 at 5:45 am

    • TheThailandLife says

      October 2, 2022 at 11:54 pm

      Hi Scott, yes, this is possible. To convert your visa to an extension based on marriage (the official term) needs to be done at least 15 days before it expires. You will need to provide proof of funds totaling 400,000 Baht. This must be held in a Thai bank account. You will also need your Thai marriage certificate, and your GF (wife) must provide her Tabian Baan and her Thai ID card. She needs to be there in person too.
      Reply

      Oct 02, 2022 at 11:54 pm

      • Johnathan Scott Elliott says

        October 3, 2022 at 3:52 am

        Thanks, Peter. Definitely aligns with what I've read on the official kingdom site as well as Siam Legal but I also wanted an opinion from someone very knowledgeable who has been in Thailand long time - that's you! Much appreciated! Scott
        Reply

        Oct 03, 2022 at 3:52 am

      • Johnathan Scott Elliott says

        October 4, 2022 at 12:05 pm

        Hi Peter, continuing on a bit further with my previous post regarding tourist visas/marriage visas; I read with interest and appreciation your articles concerning visa runs and feel I have good understanding of it.

        But, to confirm, here's my question: since my plan is to acquire single-entry TR visa giving me 60 days which I'll apply to have extended by 30 days for a total of 90 days, I know that will still not be long enough for me to accomplish all that needs to be done in conjunction with wedding/marriage registration and application for marriage visa, so I'll no doubt need to make a visa run or two. Is there a limit to how many times I can make a visa run?

        And yes, excellent point concerning the need to apply for visa to enter Laos from Thailand. USA is not exempt either.
        Reply

        Oct 04, 2022 at 12:05 pm

        • TheThailandLife says

          October 4, 2022 at 3:52 pm

          There is no official limit but an unofficial rule of 6 per year, when the system is said to flag you for questioning. But it's up to the immigration office as and when they ask questions. If you go in and out over land a couple of times it won't be an issue, though they might ask you, on the second time, what you're doing in Thailand and why you haven't got a long stay visa for your purpose.
          Reply

          Oct 04, 2022 at 3:52 pm

          • Johnathan Scott Elliott says

            October 4, 2022 at 4:47 pm

            Perfect, got it. Thanks! Another great suggestion regarding flying in and out of Laos instead of suffering on the bus!
            Reply

            Oct 04, 2022 at 4:47 pm

            • Tim poplin says

              December 21, 2022 at 11:49 am

              I am doing the same thing I am in Thailand on a marriage visa the only thing I ran into was I had a joint account with my wife and we needed 800,000 baht not 400,000 If you have a account just in your name it is 400,000
              Reply

              Dec 21, 2022 at 11:49 am

              • Scott Elliott says

                December 23, 2022 at 6:53 am

                Thank you Tim! Thankfully the account will remain in her name only.
                Reply

                Dec 23, 2022 at 6:53 am

                • JamesE says

                  December 25, 2022 at 3:22 am

                  If you're doing the 400k route the money needs to be in your account.
                  Reply

                  Dec 25, 2022 at 3:22 am

  8. Tim Mullin says

    July 24, 2022 at 11:58 am

    Hello! I just got my first Non-O visa, but I'm confused by some wording in my passport.... something about 're-entry stamp before leaving'. What does this mean? Do they do this automatically at the airport on departure, or is it something I need to go to immigration about, before I depart (just for 2 weeks in UK, holiday, in August)? Thanks for any light you can shed!
    Reply

    Jul 24, 2022 at 11:58 am

    • TheThailandLife says

      July 24, 2022 at 7:38 pm

      Hi Tim, please read this post, it will explain everything: https://www.thethailandlife.com/thailand-re-entry-permit
      Reply

      Jul 24, 2022 at 7:38 pm

      • Tim Mullin says

        October 28, 2022 at 11:05 am

        Thanks Peter - got it now! In other news, I just got my first year's married visa this week. Awesome. Keep up the good work :)
        Reply

        Oct 28, 2022 at 11:05 am

  9. Lana Scott says

    June 13, 2022 at 11:08 pm

    Thai tourist visa requires bank statements. Can these be from my U.S. account?
    Reply

    Jun 13, 2022 at 11:08 pm

    • JamesE says

      June 14, 2022 at 1:54 am

      Yes.
      Reply

      Jun 14, 2022 at 1:54 am

  10. Steve says

    March 16, 2022 at 10:13 am

    I have extended my 30 day visa once (30 days)
    Went to renew for a further 30 days, paid 1,900 baht all appeared to be accepted
    Went to collect passport stamped " under consideration" return 8th April
    I leave Thailand 24th March, do I need to do anything, will this have any impact on future visits in 2023
    Thanks
    Reply

    Mar 16, 2022 at 10:13 am

    • TheThailandLife says

      March 16, 2022 at 5:10 pm

      It means that a decision hasn't been made, perhaps because a higher level of authority will need to sign it off. You will need to return on that date to see if you are given the full 30 days. If not, you will have to leave. You can leave beforehand. I don't see a problem with that, since the current consideration stamps permits stay until 8th April.
      Reply

      Mar 16, 2022 at 5:10 pm

  11. Bill Smith says

    February 10, 2022 at 2:55 am

    Could a person get a SETV, do an extension for 30 days and at the end of 90 days exit and return with a new SETV from Malaysia? After those 90 days are up do the same thing all over again. Are there any restrictions on obtaining SETV's from different countries over a specific time frame?
    Reply

    Feb 10, 2022 at 2:55 am

  12. ChrisH says

    January 18, 2022 at 8:20 pm

    I am going to use an agent to secure my retirement visa (Aus pension is short the required $'s per month) and have just been informed that you now need a Thai bank account for them (agent) to process the visa application. Agent states this is a new rule.
    I will try for a single entry tourist visa in Australia.
    Will a SETV (+passport+other ID) be enough to apply for a Thai bank savings acc.
    Reply

    Jan 18, 2022 at 8:20 pm

    • JamesE says

      January 18, 2022 at 11:37 pm

      Yes, but qualified by what bank, branch, and how the manager's feeling on the day you arrive. I opened my account on a visa waiver entry with Bangkok Bank a number of years ago. The key at Bangkok Bank was to have an acceptable reference letter (mine was provided by my partner). They've got a list of what you need on their website.
      Reply

      Jan 18, 2022 at 11:37 pm

      • ChrisH says

        January 19, 2022 at 5:24 pm

        Thank you JamesE
        Reply

        Jan 19, 2022 at 5:24 pm

  13. Peter says

    December 26, 2021 at 9:39 pm

    Hello! Happy I stumbled across this post.

    Two questions, can I apply for a medical or education visa in country if I enter under the visa exeption.

    Also I'm trying to fill out the etourist visa for my children and it asks for bank statements, how did you go about that?

    Thanks!
    Reply

    Dec 26, 2021 at 9:39 pm

  14. kevin says

    November 21, 2021 at 6:09 pm

    I Assume:Visa will be a stamp in your passport the same as a VOA, but will have 60 days instead of 30days?
    If I leave Thailand overland and return overland , do I still get a 60 days stamp on return?If I renew my visa at immigration after 60days is there a charge? Can I do this twice? On a multiple visa do I have to leave the country at some point
    What would happen if I was late getting to immigration to renew my visa, say 63days? Would I be fined and then would the remainder of my visa be void?I leave Thailand after 5 months, I return 27 day later before my visa expires . On re-entry will I get another 60 day stamp?When this is up I can apply for another 30 days at a cost of b1900?
    Reply

    Nov 21, 2021 at 6:09 pm

  15. Oliver says

    August 10, 2021 at 5:32 pm

    The visa application form aske for your entry/departure dates and address in Thailand. Does it matter if you change dates/accommodation, as long as you arrive within 3 months of getting visa?
    Reply

    Aug 10, 2021 at 5:32 pm

    • TheThailandLife says

      August 10, 2021 at 5:55 pm

      No, it's fine, because you will fill out this information again on your arrival card, which is handed out on the plane. So if you change hotel between getting your visa and taking your flight, the correct details will be recorded before you enter Thailand anyway.
      Reply

      Aug 10, 2021 at 5:55 pm

  16. Noel says

    June 27, 2021 at 8:46 am

    To hell with sandboxes, let's hurry up and get more vaccines !!!
    Reply

    Jun 27, 2021 at 8:46 am

  17. Marty says

    May 31, 2021 at 7:55 pm

    Hi, My wife (Thai) and I (US) plan to travel back to Thailand next month and want to stay till Jan 11,2022. Any suggestions on easiest VISA to get. I don't have nor will I have the amount in a Thai bank account to get a Marriage VISA at this time.
    Reply

    May 31, 2021 at 7:55 pm

    • JamesE says

      June 1, 2021 at 3:38 am

      If you're staying for more than 90 days the only real option is the STV. The Thai Embassies are still issuing them until Sept 30. You'll get 90 days plus the ability to extend two additional times for a total of 270 days.
      Reply

      Jun 01, 2021 at 3:38 am

  18. Leonard Levine says

    April 2, 2021 at 8:29 pm

    Since there are new rules for entering Thailand beginning April 1st, I have the following questions:
    There is no mention of the need to get vaccinated within 3 months of your arrival in Thailand. Also, no mention of the $100,000 insurance including COVID-19 requirement. Plus, if you get vaccinated(with proof), why do you need to have a negative PCR test before flying? And if you are vaccinated, why do you need another PCR test while in quarantine? Finally, if you're vaccinated(with proof) why are you quarantied at all, except to make ASQ hotels increase their bottom line?
    Reply

    Apr 02, 2021 at 8:29 pm

    • JamesE says

      April 3, 2021 at 11:37 am

      1) The 3-month thing is for the next stage in the Phuket Sandbox model. It hasn't been rolled out nationwide. 2) The insurance is still required. Check the Thai embassy's website in your country. You still need to get a COE so keep tha in mind too. 3) Vaccination doesn't prevent transmission so you could be vaccinated and also contagious. Even with Pfizer or Moderna there is still about a 10% chance of getting COVID, you just don't die from it. 4) Thailand has had rigorous standards to keep out COVID that have been mostly successful. They're not going to let up on them at this late date until there's data indicating that they should (said data is being reported and it does look promising). But even so Thailand has been quick to respond and slow to relax for the whole pandemic so expect that to continue. I'm sure the hotels would like to see the country open as much, if not more, than everybody else.
      Reply

      Apr 03, 2021 at 11:37 am

      • Leonard Levine says

        April 3, 2021 at 9:21 pm

        I have a U.S. health policy that covers my international medical expenses up to $250,000, including COVID-19 coverage. BTW, I just read that old drugs for steroids are successful in reducing inflammation from COVID-19 symptoms, enough to keep you from hospitalization. I'll let you know if the complete ASQ hotel packages , including transportation from the airport, 3 meals/day are included in the price quoted. Best guess as to if and when the 3 month limit for vaccines may be lifted?
        Reply

        Apr 03, 2021 at 9:21 pm

        • JamesE says

          April 4, 2021 at 2:27 am

          Make sure you get a statement from your insurer specifically stating COVID coverage in Thailand. Otherwise you might not get the COE and ASQ. The 3-month thing hasn't even been started outside of Phuket. The "sandbox" model will be tested for the next six months and then the country will open up with those rules is the best-case scenario. I'd add 6 months to be realistic. New Pfizer data shows 90% effectiveness lasts at least 6 months so that data will be rolled into the mix at some point.
          Reply

          Apr 04, 2021 at 2:27 am

          • Leonard Levine says

            April 4, 2021 at 3:26 am

            The coverage I have is world-wide. Is that enough to satisfy the Thai Immigration?
            Reply

            Apr 04, 2021 at 3:26 am

            • JamesE says

              April 5, 2021 at 9:49 am

              If you have a certificate stating global coverage for COVID of at least US$100,000 then it should be fine. Not sure otherwise. My insurance (AXA) provided a global coverage certificate and a Thailand-specific certificate. If what you have won't work you'll find out when you apply for your COE.
              Reply

              Apr 05, 2021 at 9:49 am

      • Leonard Levine says

        April 14, 2021 at 12:30 am

        I have read that people who have health certificates confirming that the holder is covered for COVID-19 problems up to $100,000 will meet the requirement. I have a policy that covers me for the virus up to %250,00, but my doctor is unfamiliar with needing to prepare a health certificate reflecting my coverage. He asked me whether a letter on the insurance company's letterhead signed by him confirming the above would pass the test. Anyone know the answer?
        Reply

        Apr 14, 2021 at 12:30 am

        • JamesE says

          April 14, 2021 at 1:52 am

          That's weird. Certificates of Coverage are kind of a standard thing. Like the declarations page on your auto insurance. But, yes, that would work. Make sure that it states the policy number, the coverage limits and the dates of coverage. When I went in January I brought the policy as well but nobody looked at it.
          Reply

          Apr 14, 2021 at 1:52 am

          • Leonard Levine says

            April 14, 2021 at 2:32 am

            Thanks! I'll incorprate your suggestion about coverage limits and dates of coverage.
            Reply

            Apr 14, 2021 at 2:32 am

  19. Bo Westerlund says

    March 28, 2021 at 4:58 pm

    Hello
    I have a tourist visa slngle entry and have extended it for 30 days
    Is it possible in anyway to e,xtend it for30days more?
    Best regards Bo
    Reply

    Mar 28, 2021 at 4:58 pm

    • TheThailandLife says

      March 29, 2021 at 2:19 am

      No, you can only extend once, as far as i am aware.
      Reply

      Mar 29, 2021 at 2:19 am

    • 小杜 says

      April 3, 2021 at 5:27 pm

      You can apply for the covid extension - that will give you another 60 days.

      Go to immigration, apply and pay 1900baht
      Reply

      Apr 03, 2021 at 5:27 pm

      • 小杜 says

        April 3, 2021 at 5:42 pm

        - "The previous order allowed those foreigners to apply for an extension until the end of March, but now they can apply for another extension until May 29. The new extension lasts for 60 days, which would allow people to stay until July 27.

        Thai Immigration says the application will need to be completed in person at an immigration office, with additional requirements and documents being needed depending on where one is from. The new visa extension’s cost is 1,900 baht. The extension will allow those who are “stuck” or who wish to stay longer in Thailand to get the extension."
        Reply

        Apr 03, 2021 at 5:42 pm

  20. paul couch says

    March 28, 2021 at 2:16 am

    Hi Peter. what would i need to stay in thailand for 2 visits per year each visit being 3 month long.thanx
    Reply

    Mar 28, 2021 at 2:16 am

    • TheThailandLife says

      March 28, 2021 at 5:16 am

      Hi Paul, get a multiple entry tourist visa and extend for 30 days just before your 60-day stay runs out. This will cost you 1,900 Baht at a local immigration office.
      Reply

      Mar 28, 2021 at 5:16 am

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