Get a Thailand Visa

Business Visa Application Requirements for a Thailand Visa

1. Passport

   You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:

   • Be valid for the next six months
   • Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
   • Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way

   If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact AmericanPassport.com at 800-455-5166 for further details.

2. Photographs

   You must provide two color, passport-type photographs. The photographs must:

   • Be printed on photo paper
   • Be two inches by two inches
   • Have a white background
   • Have been taken within the last six months

3. Business Introduction Letter

   A letter of introduction from your US-based company is required. Your completed introduction letter must:

   • Be printed on your company’s official letterhead
   • Display your full name, nationality, and job title
   • Display your company’s US address
   • Specify the exact purpose of your trip
   • Specify the number of entries requested and the length of each stay
   • Include your specific entry and exit dates
   • Include the validity of your requested visa
   • Be signed by your supervisor or your company’s Human Resources department
   Included in this kit is a sample Business Introduction Letter for your reference.  Please use the exact language found in the sample when completing your own business introduction letter and include any special requirements listed above.

4. Visa Application Form

   You must provide two fully completed copies of the visa application forms found in this kit. The application forms must:

   • Include answers for all fields
   • Display your full name as it appears in your passport
   • Be signed

5. Invitation Letter

   You must obtain a letter of invitation. The organization you will be visiting is responsible for obtaining the invitation. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

   • Be written on company letterhead
   • Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
   • Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter.
   • Specify the number of entries you are requesting for your visa

6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip.  Details of your intended arrangements must:

   • Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket showing entry and exit dates
   • Show the traveler's full name (as printed in his or her passport)

7. Proof of Sufficient Funds

   You must provide proof that you possess sufficient funds.  Your financial details must:

   • Include a copy of your most recent bank statement
   • Display your full name

8. AmericanPassport.com Order Form

   You must provide one completed AmericanPassport.com Order Form. The form must:

   • Include a valid email address and payment information, if applicable
   • Include your signature in blue or black ink

9. Urgent Applications

   For urgent visa applications which carry a tight deadline, we offer a Pre-Check service to save applicants valuable time. Once you have collected the required documents for your visa application and completed the visa application form, simply scan these items and email them over to our team. One of our experienced Visa Consultants will check the documents and contact you to advise of any potential problems within 3 hours of receipt of the email, preventing unnecessary delays to your application. For more information on this service visit http://americanpassport.com/visa-pre-check-service.php

Tourist Application Requirements for a Thailand Visa

1. Visa Exempt

   No visa is required for this destination for a stay of up to 30 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must:

   • Hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond your date of country exit and with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of onward and return flights
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay

   It is recommended that you confirm with your airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa.