Thailand visa types
Explore Thailand visa categories — work, study, family, visit, and more. Compare options, check requirements, and find the right visa for your situation.
12 visa types across 6 categories
Every visa type has different requirements, timelines, and eligibility rules. Browse visa guides by category to understand which option fits your situation. Each listing covers key requirements, processing times, and links to official sources so you can compare pathways with confidence.
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Work visas
Non-Immigrant Visa B (Business/Work) guide for Thailand.
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) guide for Thailand.
Study visas
Non-Immigrant Visa ED (Education) guide for Thailand.
Family visas
Non-Immigrant Visa O guide for Thailand.
Marriage Extension (Non-O) guide for Thailand.
Residency & green cards
Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa guide for Thailand.
Permanent Residence guide for Thailand.
Other
Tourist Visa (TR) guide for Thailand.
Non-Immigrant Visa O-A (Retirement) guide for Thailand.
Non-Immigrant Visa O-X (10-year Retirement) guide for Thailand.
Thailand Elite Visa guide for Thailand.
Tips for choosing a visa type
- Match your purpose of travel to the right visa category before comparing options.
- Check official processing times — they vary by visa type and location.
- Review required documents early; some visas need employer or school sponsorship.
- Understand the difference between nonimmigrant (temporary) and immigrant (permanent) visas.
- Use official government sources to verify eligibility — VisaMind provides guidance, not legal advice.
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