How many days can foreigners from 90 countries stay in Thailand without a visa? Foreigners holding passports from 90 countries, as per the latest announcement, can stay in Thailand for up to 60 days, with visa exemptions for tourism, work (certain categories), or short-term business.

What should I do if I want to stay in Thailand for longer than 60 days? If I want to stay beyond 60 days, I must apply for an extension at the Immigration Bureau before the original period expires. This extension may be granted for up to 30 days. Alternatively, I may consider applying for a different visa type that best suits my purpose of stay, such as a tourist visa, business visa, or other visa type.

When is this 60-day visa exemption effective? This announcement is effective from July 15, 2024.

What purposes does this 60-day visa exemption cover? The primary purposes are tourism, work (only for essential, urgent, or temporary work as determined by the Department of Employment), and short-term business. Other purposes, such as study or long-term work, require the relevant visa type.

How can I check the list of 90 countries that are exempt from visa exemptions? The list of 90 countries is set out in a Ministry of Interior announcement published in the Royal Gazette. You can find the announcement on the Royal Gazette website or check the website of the Immigration Bureau or the Thai Embassy/Consulate in your country for more information.