Thailand Visa Exemption Calculator
60-day exemption, DTV visa, and visa-run map for 2024+ rules.
What this solves
Thailand's visa-free rules changed significantly in 2024. Most Western visitors now get a 60-day visa exemption on arrival. The new DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) supports digital nomads and Thai soft-power activities. Long-stayers need a different visa category (TR, education, retirement). This checker matches purpose + trip length to the right visa.
How to read results
The recommendation shows visa type, length, cost, and required documents. Visa-run options (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar borders) are for short-trip re-entry. Always carry proof of onward travel and 30,000 baht cash equivalent — immigration can ask.
Limitations
- Rules change frequently — verify with the Royal Thai Embassy before applying.
- DTV is a 5-year multi-entry visa but each stay is limited to 180 days.
- Overstay fines are 500 baht/day, capped at 20,000 baht — but a record of overstay can affect future visas.
FAQ
Can I extend the 60-day exemption?
Yes — at Thai immigration offices, you can extend for 30 more days for 1,900 baht. Total possible: 90 days on a single entry.
Is DTV the right visa for me?
DTV suits digital nomads, Muay Thai students, cooking-class attendees, soft-power activities. It costs 10,000 baht for 5 years, multiple entry, each stay up to 180 days.
Where can I do a visa run?
Common options: Aranyaprathet (Cambodia border, 4 hours from Bangkok), Chiang Khong (Laos border, north), Mae Sai (Myanmar border, north). Most travelers do a same-day run.
Sources
- Royal Thai Embassy — published visa exemption list.
- Immigration Bureau of Thailand — published DTV requirements.
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — 60-day exemption announcement 2024.