Thailand Tourist Visa Application Process

Thailand Tourist Visa Application Process

A Thailand tourist visa is a type of visa that must be obtained by those who want to participate in tourist activities or carry out travel activities in Thailand. A single-entry Thailand tourist visa is valid for 3 months, and a multiple-entry tourist visa is valid for 6 months.

Every year, many people from all over the world come to Thailand to experience the Thai people's lifestyle, visit popular beaches, wildlife, temples and try Thai cuisine. The number of tourists to Thailand reached 40 million in 2019, ranking 5th in the world that year.

Citizens of the Republic of Türkiye do not need a visa for their travels to Thailand for up to 30 days. Turkish citizens who wish to stay in Thailand for more than 30 days must apply for a Thailand tourist visa.

Do You Need a Visa to Go to Thailand as a Tourist?

Ordinary (maroon) passport holders who wish to travel to Thailand as tourists are exempt from visa requirements for up to 30 days. Diplomatic (black), service (grey) and special (green) passport holders do not need a visa for visits of up to 90 days.

How to Apply for a Thailand Tourist Visa?

Thailand tourist visa applications can be made in person at the Thai Embassy in Ankara or through accredited agencies. Before applying for a visa at the embassy, ​​an online visa appointment must be made and the necessary documents for the Thai tourist visa must be prepared. The visa application process is completed after the documents are submitted to the Thai Embassy on the appointed appointment day and the visa fee is paid.

What are the Required Documents for a Thailand Tourist Visa?

The documents required for a Thailand tourist visa are listed below.

• Thailand tourist visa application form: The form, which is completely filled out with correct information, must be signed and attached to the file.
• Passport: It is necessary to have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months and the original and photocopy of the passport must be presented together on the day of application.
• Photo: 2 photographs, 4 cm wide and 6 cm high, taken within the last 6 months are required.
• Plane tickets: Copies of your plane tickets must be kept with you, showing the departure and return dates to Thailand clearly.
• Accommodation documents: The person must prove that he/she has a place to stay during his/her visit to Thailand and share the relevant reservation or address information.
• Bank account statement: A bank account statement for the last 6 months proving that the applicant has financial resources of 800 USD for single-entry visas and 5700 USD for multiple-entry visas must be submitted.
• Residence permit document: If the person applying for a Thailand visa from Turkey is a foreign national, the person must submit a legal residence permit in Turkey.

The documents required for a Thailand tourist visa may vary depending on the person's employment status, age and the type of visa applied for. Each page of all documents to be submitted to the Thai Embassy must be signed by the applicant.

How to Fill in the Thailand Tourist Visa Application Form?

The tourist Thailand visa application form can be accessed via the Thai Consulate's website. The Thailand tourist visa application form must be printed, filled out by hand and signed in wet ink.

The Thailand visa application form requests personal information, travel purpose, travel plan, address of accommodation in Thailand, contact information and visa type. A photograph and signature must be added to the visa application form in accordance with Thai standards.

Is Hotel Reservation Mandatory for Thailand Tourist Visa?

Hotel reservations are mandatory for a Thailand tourist visa unless there is an address stated outside the hotel. People who do not have an address to stay must make a hotel reservation and submit the reservation information in their visa application file, otherwise the visa may be rejected.

Hotel reservation information can also be checked by officers at passport control when entering Thailand.

Do I Need Health Insurance for a Thailand Tourist Visa?

Health insurance is not mandatory for a Thailand tourist visa, but it is recommended in case of any health conditions or unforeseen circumstances that may arise during your trip to Thailand.

People who will travel from Turkey to Thailand can obtain Thailand travel health insurance at the most affordable prices for their trips to Thailand from the insurance unit of the accredited consultancy company Vizem.net .

For information and application: 0850 241 1868

Where to Apply for a Tourist Visa to the Kingdom of Thailand?

For a tourist visa for the Kingdom of Thailand, an application must be made to the visa section of the Thai Embassy in Ankara. In order to obtain a Thai tourist visa, a visa appointment must first be made; applications without an appointment are not accepted.

How to Make an Appointment at the Consulate for a Thailand Tourist Visa?

Appointments for Thailand tourist visas are made online at https://rteankara.setmore.com/ .

On the visa appointment site, first the desired Thailand visa type must be selected, then the appointment date and time must be determined. Finally, a Thailand visa appointment can be created by filling in information such as name, phone number, e-mail, and residence address.

Can a Thailand Tourist Visa Appointment Be Postponed to Another Day?

Tourist Thailand visa appointment can be postponed to another day. After creating a Thailand visa appointment, you can postpone it by selecting the appointment cancellation or postponement option in the email you receive.

For Thailand tourist visa applications made with Vizem.net consultancy, it is sufficient to inform the relevant Vizem.net consultant via e-mail or telephone in order to postpone the visa appointment to another day.

How Much Does a Thailand Tourist Visa Cost?

Thailand tourist visa fee is set at $40 for a single entry visa and $200 for a multiple entry visa. Visa fees must be paid to the visa officer during the appointment at the Thai Embassy.

For 2022, the cost of a Thailand tourist visa, including all visa fees, travel insurance, hotel and transportation reservations, sworn translation and consultancy fees when deemed necessary, varies between 145-210 dollars.

Can a Thailand Tourist Visa Application Be Tracked?

There is no tracking system for Thailand tourist visa applications.

In applications made under Vizem.net consultancy, communication can be established with foreign representatives on behalf of the applicant, if requested.

How Many Days Does It Take to Get a Thailand Tourist Visa?

Thailand tourist visa is issued in an average of 2-3 business days.

How Many Days is a Thailand Tourist Visa Granted?

Thailand tourist visas are issued for different periods depending on the type of entry.

A single entry Thailand tourist visa is valid for up to 3 months, but a person can stay in Thailand for up to 60 days. People who enter Thailand with a single entry visa must obtain a new visa if they leave Thailand.

A multiple entry Thailand tourist visa is valid for up to 6 months and allows entry to Thailand multiple times during the 6 months, but a maximum stay of 60 days is allowed for each entry during the validity period.

Can a Thailand Tourist Visa Be Extended?

Thailand tourist visa can be extended.

If a person is in Thailand with a tourist visa, they can apply to the Thai Immigration Office in Bangkok to extend their visa before their visa expires. Thailand visa extensions are available for up to 30 days, but the final decision is made by the officials at the office.

Those who bring their passport and copy, Thailand visa extension form, Thailand visa extension fee (1,900 Thai baht) receipt and passport-standard photograph can extend their Thailand visa .

Frequently Asked Questions

The most frequently asked questions about Thailand tourist visa procedures and tourist travel to Thailand are listed below with their answers.

Can I Get a Thailand Tourist Visa Online?

Thailand tourist visa can only be obtained online by citizens of certain countries.

Citizens of the Republic of Turkey are not entitled to apply for a Thailand e-visa for tourist or other visas .

Does Thailand Issue Tourist Visas on Arrival?

Yes, Thailand provides tourist visas upon arrival, but Turkish citizens cannot benefit from this practice. Turkish citizens must apply to the Thai Embassy for standard visa applications. Countries that Thailand provides tourist visas upon arrival include Bulgaria, Russia, Malta, and Mexico.

Are Negative PCR Tests Required from Tourists Upon Entry to Thailand?

A negative PCR test is required from tourists entering Thailand only if they do not have sufficient doses of the vaccines accepted by Thailand.

To travel to Thailand, you must have a vaccination card or a negative test result.

Vaccines accepted by Thailand are Sinovac (2 doses), AstraZeneca (2 doses), BioNTech (2 doses), Janssen (1 dose), Moderna (2 doses), COVILO (2 doses), Sputnik V (2 doses), Covaxin (2 doses), Novavax (2 doses), Medigen (2 doses), Turkovac (2 doses), Sputnik Light (1 dose) and Cansino Bio (1 dose). Tourists must have a negative COVID-19 test result no more than 72 hours before entering Thailand.

Can I Work in Thailand with a Tourist Visa?

It is not possible to work in Thailand with a tourist visa.

People who want to work in Thailand must first apply for a job at a company or institution in Thailand and be accepted. People whose job applications are accepted in Thailand can apply for a Thailand work visa.

Those who want to work for a salary in Thailand must obtain a Thailand work visa as well as a Thailand work permit through their employer.

Can I Do Business Activities in Thailand with a Tourist Visa?

It is not possible to engage in commercial activities in Thailand with a tourist visa.

Those who want to attend a business event in Thailand must obtain a Thailand business visa. Those who will attend meetings or interviews in Thailand and will not receive payment from any Thai company must apply for a Thailand business visa. Those who obtain a Thailand business visa can attend business meetings or interviews for up to 90 days.

What are the Places to Visit in Thailand with a Tourist Visa?

Places that can be visited in Thailand with a tourist visa are listed below.

• Railay Beach
• Phi Phi Islands
• The Grand Palace
• Lard Yai
• Khao Yai National Park
• Sukhothai City
• Ayutthaya
• Doi Suthep
• Erawan National Park
• Maruekhathaiyawan Palace
• Khao Sok National Park

Home to world-famous destinations such as Bangkok and Phuket, Thailand offers tourists many options in terms of places to visit.