Thailand Tourist Visa Application Service

Who needs this service and why?

You need this service if your passport is from a country that Thailand did not include in its visa exemption or Visa on Arrival schemes. A visa exemption means Thailand lets you enter for a short visit with no visa in advance. You simply arrive, meet basic conditions and get a stamp. In 2025 that privilege is granted only to selected countries that Thailand considers low risk for overstay or illegal work. Everyone else must prove their situation before they fly by applying for a tourist visa.

If your country is not on the exemption or Visa on Arrival lists, Thai immigration expects you to arrive with a Thai tourist visa already approved in your passport or as an e-Visa. Airlines will check this before boarding. If your application is incomplete, weak or sent to the wrong consulate, it can be delayed or refused and your trip is blocked. Our service exists for these nationalities. We prepare a complete and realistic tourist visa application so the consulate can say yes without doubts, and so you can travel to Thailand without last minute problems.

Countries that must apply for a Thailand tourist visa in advance

The following countries and territories do not have visa exemption or Visa on Arrival for Thailand (ordinary passports, tourism purpose). Citizens of these countries must apply for a Thai tourist visa or e-Visa before travel.

Africa

Algeria
Angola
Benin
Botswana
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cabo Verde (Cape Verde)
Cameroon
Central African Republic
Chad
Comoros
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
Congo, Republic of the
Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Djibouti
Egypt
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea
Eswatini (Swaziland)
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Kenya
Lesotho
Liberia
Libya
Madagascar
Malawi
Mali
Mauritania
Mozambique
Niger
Nigeria
Rwanda
São Tomé and Príncipe
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Somalia
South Sudan
Sudan
Tanzania
Togo
Uganda
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Americas

Antigua and Barbuda
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Grenada
Haiti
Honduras
Nicaragua
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Argentina
Chile
Guyana
Suriname

Asia and Middle East

Afghanistan
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Iran
Iraq
Lebanon
Myanmar (Burma)
Nepal
North Korea
Pakistan
Syria
Tajikistan
Timor-Leste (East Timor)
Turkmenistan
Yemen

Europe

Bosnia and Herzegovina
Moldova
Montenegro
North Macedonia
Holy See (Vatican City)

Oceania

Kiribati
Marshall Islands
Micronesia (Federated States of)
Palau
Samoa
Solomon Islands
Tuvalu

Other and special cases

State of Palestine (Palestinian travel documents)

If your passport is on this list, you cannot rely on visa exemption, and you cannot use Visa on Arrival. You must apply for a proper Thailand tourist visa before you travel. Thai Kru’s service is built specifically around the real problems that these nationalities face with Thai consulates.

How it works

First, you tell us your nationality, country of residence, travel dates and basic plan. You send us clear scans of your passport, recent photos, bank statements and any work, school or business documents you have. We check these against the latest rules for your nationality and the specific Thai embassy or consulate you will use. If anything is weak or missing, we tell you exactly what to change so your application looks strong from the start.

Second, we prepare your full visa file. That includes the visa application form, hotel or accommodation plan, flight or travel itinerary, proof of funds, cover letter and any supporting letters that your consulate prefers, such as employer confirmation or invitation letters. If your home country does not have a Thai embassy, we choose a suitable consulate in a third country and build your file for their exact requirements. If the visa is applied for online as an e-Visa, we guide every field and every document upload so the submission is clean.

Third, we stay with you until you have the visa. If the consulate asks for extra documents or clarification, we prepare the responses and help you send them correctly. When the visa is approved, we check the visa sticker or e-Visa to confirm dates, number of entries and conditions. You then travel to Thailand with a valid visa and a neat pack of backup documents, and clear instructions on how long you can stay and how to extend if allowed.

FAQ

1. How do I know for sure that I need a tourist visa?

If your passport is in the country lists above, you must apply for a Thailand tourist visa before traveling. If you are still unsure, send us a photo of your passport and we will give you a direct yes or no answer based on current 2025 rules.

2. Why did Thailand not give my country visa exemption?

Visa policies are based on politics, security, and overstay statistics, not on you personally. Thailand gives visa exemption to countries it considers low risk for illegal work and long overstays. For other countries it wants to see your documents first. That is why your application must be clear, honest and well prepared.

3. What type of tourist visa can I get?

Most people will apply for a single-entry tourist visa, usually valid for entry within a set period and giving up to 60 days in Thailand. Some consulates may allow multiple-entry tourist visas if your profile and travel history justify it. We advise you which option you actually have a good chance of getting.

4. What documents do I need to show?

You normally need a valid passport, recent photos, proof of funds, travel plan, and accommodation bookings. Many consulates also ask for employer or school letters, bank statements, tax records, or proof that you will return to your home country. We give you a checklist tailored to your nationality and consulate so there is no guesswork.

5. Can I apply online for a Thai e-Visa?

Thai e-Visa is available for many countries, but the platform is not open to all. For some nationalities you must still submit your passport physically or attend in person. We confirm which system applies to you and handle the e-Visa steps where available.

6. My country has no Thai embassy. What do I do?

We check which Thai embassies or consulates accept applications from non-residents with your passport. Often this will be in a nearby country where you can travel, or a consulate that accepts postal or agency submissions. We then prepare your file for that specific mission and tell you exactly how to lodge it.

7. How long will my tourist visa let me stay in Thailand?

Most tourist visas allow an initial stay of up to 60 days from the date of entry. In many cases you can apply for a one-time 30-day extension at immigration inside Thailand. We explain your exact allowed stay and mark your last legal day clearly so you do not overstay.

8. Can I work in Thailand on this visa?

No. A tourist visa is for tourism and short personal visits only. Working, doing business, or teaching on a tourist visa is illegal and can lead to refusal of future visas, detention, or removal. If your real goal is work or long term stay, we will be honest and discuss the correct visa category, not try to push a tourist visa.

9. What if I had a previous refusal or overstay?

We need to see your full passport history and any refusal letters. In many cases it is still possible to get a new tourist visa, but the file must be prepared more carefully with extra evidence. We will tell you plainly what your chances are and what you must show to repair your record.

10. Can you guarantee my visa will be approved?

No one can guarantee approval. The final decision is always with the Thai consular officer. What we guarantee is that your application will be complete, consistent and professionally presented, with the documents that office usually wants. This removes the common reasons for refusal that you can control.

11. How early should I start the process?

For these nationalities it is smart to start at least four to eight weeks before travel. Some embassies decide fast, others move slowly or ask for extra documents. Starting with us early means there is enough time to fix any issues and still keep your planned flight date.

12. Do you keep my personal data safe?

Yes. We only collect the documents that the embassy and immigration actually need. Your files are stored securely and shared only with the Thai authorities who process your visa. If you want us to delete your copies after the case is finished, we will do so on request.

With this service, you stop gambling with consulate rules and airline check-in. You get a clear answer for your nationality, a complete visa file that matches Thai requirements, and a real chance to arrive in Thailand without problems at the airport.