How to Apply for a Visa to Thailand

Thailand is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts--activities abound, from hiking to kayaking and everything in between. Travelers wishing to partake in one of these activities may need to apply for a visa in advance, depending on their nationality and travel plans. Americans who intend to stay in Thailand as a tourist for 30 days or fewer do not need a visa. If you intend to stay in the country for longer than 30 days, tourist visas are easily obtained from the Thai embassy in Washington, D.C.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Completed visa application form Money order for applicable fee Current passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the intended date of departure 2 passport photos Photocopy of round trip tickets or flight itinerary Photocopy of bank statements showing adequate financial resources to support yourself while in Thailand Self-addressed stamped envelope
Completed visa application form
Money order for applicable fee
Current passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the intended date of departure
2 passport photos
Photocopy of round trip tickets or flight itinerary
Photocopy of bank statements showing adequate financial resources to support yourself while in Thailand
Self-addressed stamped envelope

Step 1

Download and print the tourist visa application form from the website of the Thai Embassy in Washington D.C.

Step 2

Complete the form. Make photocopies of your flight itinerary or round trip tickets and your bank statements. Thai officials want to know that you are planning to leave the country before your visa expires and that you have adequate financial means to support yourself for the duration of your trip.

Step 3

Mail your application form, supporting documentation, passport photos, fee, self-addressed stamped envelope and passport to:

Visa Section
Royal Thai Embassy
1024 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Suite 101
Washington, D.C. 20007

Tips & Warnings

Your visa will be valid for a period of three months from the date of issue. Travelers will be permitted to stay in Thailand for 60 days.

If you submit your application by mail, the Thai Embassy will only accept money orders for the visa processing fee. If you apply in person, it will also accept checks.

Article Written By Annabel

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