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Transit Visa

Transit Visa

Thailand · Tourism

What it is

A short-stay visa for travellers transiting Thailand to a third country (category 'TS'), participating in sports (category 'S'), or serving as crew of a conveyance (category 'C'). Stay not exceeding 30 days.

Key facts

Category
Tourism
Duration
Visa valid 3 months; stay not exceeding 30 days.
Processing time
Applied at a Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate or the e-Visa portal (thaievisa.go.th); LTR via the BOI LTR portal.
Maximum validity
1 months
Extendable
No
Dependants
No
How to apply
Mixed

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.

Fees

Application fee
THB 800
Proof of funds
THB 10,000

Key requirements

  • Passport valid at least 6 months
  • Confirmed onward air ticket paid in full
  • Visa for the third country of destination (where required)
  • Evidence of adequate finance (10,000 THB per person / 20,000 THB per family)

Working on this visa

No work rights. MFA General Information: "Foreigners entering Thailand are not permitted to work, regardless of their types of visa, unless they are granted a work permit. Those who intend to work in Thailand must hold the correct type of…

Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 4 August 2026.