Page Title

VISAS

The following information may assist you in choosing which type of visa is most appropriate for your stay in Thailand. If you are still unsure please contact a member of staff for clarification.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
OUR OFFICE HOURS ARE 9:30 am TO 12:30 MONDAY TO FRIDAY.
PERSONAL APPLICATIONS MUST HAVE AN APPOINTMENT AND ARRIVE AT
THE STATED TIME FOR SAME DAY PROCESSING.

As the Single Entry Tourist and Non-Immigrant Visa's are valid for entry into Thailand for 90 days from the date we issue the visa, we suggest you contact us at least 2 months prior to departure to arrange an appointment that suits you.

****PLEASE NOTE; DUE TO NEW REGULATIONS THE MULTIPLE (1 YEAR) NON-IMMIGRANT VISA IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE IN THE UK. THE MAXIMUM THAT CAN BE ISSUED IS A SINGLE ENTRY (90 DAYS) ****

A £10 ADMINISTRATION FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO ALL VISAS

For further information on each visa please see below.

...........................................

****PLEASE NOTE; CONSULATES CAN NOT ISSUE EVERY VISA LISTED BELOW, SOME VISA'S MUST BE APPLIED FOR THROUGH THE ROYAL THAI EMBASSY IN LONDON, CONFIRMATION ON WHERE TO APPLY IS SHOWN BELOW EACH VISA****

*Please note we are not authorised to issue visa's for passport holders from the below countries...

Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Congo, Central African republic, China, Egypt, Equitorial guniea, India, Iran, Iraq, North Korea (PDRK), Liberia, Lebanon, Libya, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestine, Sao Tome and Principe, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.

Citizens from these countries must apply through the Royal Thai Embassy, London

TOURIST VISA EXEMPTION

The Visa Exemption rule permits UK Nationals (and some other nationalities) a stay of up to 30 days in Thailand without a visa, for tourism purposes only

To enter under the visa exemption rule, you must provide evidence to Immigration on arrival that you will not over stay the permitted 30 days. Evidence is a booked outward/departure ticket from Thailand (Plane, Coach or Train ticket)

Under the visa exemption, you are permitted:

3 Entries in 6 months when entering by Air.

If entering over a land border, then it is a maximum of 2 Entries in 1 year.

If mixing the Entries, you must not exceed 3 entries in 6 Months.

If you are staying in Thailand for longer than 30 days, do not have an outward ticket within the permitted 30 days, or entering for purposes other than tourism, then you MUST obtain a visa prior to arrival in Thailand

*Passport holders from countries other than the UK, please contact our office for further information on your tourist visa exemption rules.

TOURIST VISA

This visa is for passport holders entering Thailand for tourism purposes only. There are 2 types of visa's in this category which are listed below

1) Single Entry Tourist Visa

This visa allows one entry into Thailand with a maximum stay of 60 days for tourism purposes only (Entry must be made in to Thailand within 90 days of the visa be issued)

You can extend this visa by a further 30 days at Immigration in Thailand, giving a total stay of 90 days, if required.(please contact the local immigration in Thailand for confirmation of the extension fee)

Please note: If you leave Thailand then this visa becomes used, You will lose any remaining days left on it, and not be able to re-enter Thailand with that visa.

This visa is Total of £40, and is available through this Consulate by personal application/appointment only. We suggest contacting us to arrange an appointment 2 months prior to departure from the UK.

2) Multi Entry Tourist Visa

The METV is valid for 6 months from the date we issue it, you are permitted as many entries as you like in those 6 months, but with a maximum stay of 60 days each entry (you are permitted to apply for a 30 day extension to each entry with Immigration in Thailand, this would then allow a stay of 90 days each time). You are also allowed to enter Thailand the day before the visa is due to expire (on the 6 months), and still get a stay of 60 days, with the option of extending by a further 30 days with Immigration. This would then mean that you can get almost 9 Months out of the visa.

Applicants are required to submit the following documents prior to an appointment for consideration:

1. A completed application form with 2 identical professionally printed photographs (45 mm high x 35 mm wide)

2. A copy of current passport with validity of over 15 months beyond the date of application

3. Proof of resident status in the UK or Ireland (Passport or UK/Ireland residence card)

4. Original bank statement showing your name and address with a balance of at least £5,000 for a minimum of 6 months, or a print out with official stamp of the bank.

5.A letter from the applicants employer (in the UK and addressed to the Royal Thai Consulate/Embassy). If you are self-employed, your latest self assessment confirmation from HMRC and a company registration document are required.

6. A photocopy of applicants return ticket home

7. A photocopy of the hotel reservation confirmation in Thailand. If you own or rent a property then either a copy of the property deeds or rental agreement, if staying with somone then we need a letter from that person confirming you are staying along with their property deeds or rental agreement.

Please allow 2 working days for the Consualte to check the paperwork.

Once everything is in order, we will arrange an appointment, where we will issue the visa directly to you. For the appointment you would need to bring with you….

1) Your UK passport with minimum 15 months remaining and 4 clear pages

2) 2 recent passport photos

3) £160 cash to cover the visa and admin fee

This visa is available through this Consulate. We suggest submitting your paperwork at least 6 weeks prior to departure from the UK.

If you require any further information please contact the Consulate

NON IMMIGRANT VISA

This visa is available to UK passport holders travelling to Thailand for purposes other than Tourism.

The maximum Non-Immigrant visa now available in the UK is a Single Entry, this allows 1 entry into Thailand, with a stay of up to 90 days, extentions can be applied for at Immigration in Thailand, please be aware it is at Immigrations discretion what extention, if any, they provide.

Please see the below table for the different Non-Immigrant categories. further information can be obtained by contacting our office

SINGLE ENTRY NON-IMMIGRANT

Valid for one entry, and a stay of up to 90 days (entry into Thailand must be made within 90 days of the visa being issued). If you wish to stay longer than 90 days you must make an application to Immigration within Thailand who will determine your length of stay.

We suggest contacting us 2 months prior to departure from the UK to clarify required documentation, and begin application process.

Passport holders from countries other than the UK please contact this office for further information on your qualification for a non-immigrant visa

Category "F"

To perform official duties.

(Only available from the Royal Thai Embassy, London)

Category "B"

To conduct business, to work, to work as an English teacher, to attend a conference or seminar, to work as a sport coach, to do an internship, To give a talk or lecture, to attend a business course.

(Available from this Consulate)

Supporting documentation from yourself and the employee must be submitted in advance for approval, before making an appointment. please contact our office to discuss further what documentation is required.

(This visa is available from our Consulate.)

Category "IM"

To invest with the concurrence of the Thai Ministries and Government Departments concerned.

(Only available from the Royal Thai Embassy, London)

Category "IB"

To invest or perform other activities relating to investment, subject to the provision of the established laws on investment promotion.

(Only available from the Royal Thai Embassy, London)

Category "ED"

To study, to study as a foreign Buddhist monk, to participate in observation tour, to undertake adult education course, for a child attending school.

Supporting documentation from yourself and the institute/employee must be submitted in advance for approval before making an appointment. please contact our office to discuss further what documentation is required.

(This visa is available from our Consulate)

Category "M"

To work as a film-producer, journalist or reporter.

(Only available from the Royal Thai Embassy, London)

Category "R"

To perform missionary work or other religious activities with the concurrence of the Thai Ministries or Government Departments concerned.

(Only available from the Royal Thai Embassy, London)

Category "RS"

To conduct scientific research or training or teaching in a research institute.

(Only available from the Royal Thai Embassy, London)

Category "EX"

To undertake skilled work or to work as an expert or specialist.

(Only available from the Royal Thai Embassy, London)

Category "O"

(Single)

A voluntary Job, accompanying a spouse or parent who is working in Thailand

(Available from this Consulate)

(This visa is available from our Consulate.)

Category ‘O’ (Single)

Pension earners or applicants who are married to a Thai National

If you are drawing a state pension, applicant will be required to provide evidence by either showing a recent bank statement, with your name and address showing state pension entering, OR a recent letter from the department of work and pensions.

(This visa is available from our Consulate.)

If you are Married to a Thai National you must submit -

· A copy of the marriage certificate

· A copy of your spouses Thai ID or Thai Passport.

(Available from this Consulate)

Applicants aged over 50 years of age can apply with financial backing, but they must apply through the Royal Thai Embassy, London. Consulates are not authorised to issue on this basis.

Non-Immigrant Fees

Single - £60 + £10 Admin Fee = £70

***For the visa's only available from the Royal thai Embassy, Please contact them on 0207 5892 944 for further information.

NON IMMIGRANT O-A VISA

EXTENDED STAYS FOR PERSONS AGED 50 OR OVER

NON-IMMIGRANT – VISA CATEGORY “O-A”

This visa is only available in the UK from The Royal Thai Embassy, London, or in Thailand from Immigration, if applying in Thailandm then you must first be on the Non-Immigrant 'O' visa, in order to swap to the Non-Immigrant 'O'A'.

This Visa allows People aged 50 or above, to take up retreat in Thailand, initially for at least one year from date of issue, provided they are able to meet stipulated financial and other requirements, i.e.

a. Annual income equivalent to 800,000 Baht or monthly income of 65,000 Baht. (Current rate but subject to review)

b. Provide Medical Certificate confirming applicant has no infectious disease, (including Leprosy, Tuberculosis, Filatiasis, Drug addiction, V.D. Alcoholism is also precluded) and has not suffered an infectious disease for over 3 months.

c. Police clearance confirming applicant has no criminal record.

d. If accompanied by Spouse – Marriage Certificate to be supplied. A proportional decrease in annual income (400,00 Baht) would also apply.

At the present time the appropriate Visa “NON-IMMIGRANT” CAT “O-A” can only be obtained through application to the Royal Thai Embassy, 30, Queen’s Gate, London S.W.7 or the Office of the Immigration Bureau, Section 1, Sub Division 1, Soi Suan Plu, off South Sathorn Road, Sathorn District, Bangkok 0120. Tel 0066-228/3101-10 Ext.2236.

The extended stay is also available to applicants undergoing health rehabilitation in hospitals or Health Centres, who will apply on behalf of the patients. If the Visa has been issued by the Embassy in London on arrival in Thailand the one year length of stay will be determined and granted at the Immigration Checkpoint.

Prior to the completion of the one year stay an extension can be obtained on application to the Immigration Bureau with certified documentation confirming required financial position regarding income.

At present Consulates are not authorised to issue the special NON-IMMIGRANT CAT 0-A Visa.

=TOP