1. General

Effective from Wednesday 1 January 2025, a foreign national who is currently in the UAE and requires a visa to enter Thailand must apply for a Thai visa online by submitting his/her application through the new e-Visa platform at https://www.thaievisa.go.th. 

Visa applications are no longer accepted in person at the Royal Thai Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Dubai.

For countries and territories entitled for visa exemption and Visa on Arrival, please visit the Visa Exemption and Visa on Arrival (VoA) page (Click).

2. Application Process and Payment

- All applicants must complete the e-Visa application and pay the visa fee online through the official portal ONLY.

- E-visas are non-refundable and non-transferable, please kindly double-check all information before submitting the application and complete the payment.

Important! Please ensure the accuracy and correct spelling of all information before submitting the application. Any errors or discrepancies may result in the rejection of the visa application.
The Royal Thai Embassy can not modify any information after the application has been submitted by the applicants. In the event of a rejection, the applicants will need to submit a new application, and please note that the application fee (visa fee) is non-refundable."

- Applications submitted while the applicant is located in Thailand or any country outside of UAE will not be considered and will be rejected.

- For the Guide to Thailand e-Visa Application, please study the brief guidelines attached on this page or visit the “User Manual” or watch the "User's manual video clips" section on the official Thai e-Visa website for more details.

3. Required documents for the Royal Thai Embassy in Abu Dhabi

- Applicants must have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity from the date of entry.

- Upload a recent passport-size photograph that meets the specified guidelines mentioned on the official Thai e-visa website.

- Document indicating current location is evidence to verify your current stay in the UAE, so you are required to submit one of the following documents as proof:

• Valid UAE Residence Visa (for those working, studying, or as a family member of a UAE citizen) or
• Valid UAE’s Resident Identity card (Emirates ID)

- Travel booking confirmation must be confirmed round-trip tickets. 

- Proof of accommodation in Thailand (e.g., hotel booking or invitation letter) must be in accordance with travel booking confirmation.

- Please visit the “Visa Category” section on the official Thai e-visa website for details of documents required for each type of visa.   

- The Royal Thai Embassy reserves the right to request any additional document(s) and/or an in-person interview with the applicants at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. All additional requests regarding e-visa application will be sent through the applicants’ registered email.

- Please monitor your registered email for updates or additional document requests.

- The applicants must provide genuine documents and information. If the applicants are found to provide false documents or give false information, their applications will be rejected and be reported for further determination of appropriate action and future prohibition to enter the Kingdom of Thailand.

4. Processing Time

-  E-Visa processing might take up to 2 - 10 working days, excluding the date of submission and payment.

- The Royal Thai Embassy highly recommends applicants to plan your trip in advance and submit your visa applications early to avoid any disruptions.

-  Please note that there is no express visa service. 

-  Please note that the Embassy will be closed on official Thai and U.A.E. public holidays.

5. Visa Approval and Download

- Once approval email has been sent to the applicants’ registered email, download the e-visa confirmation.

- Print a hard copy to present to the airline at the port of departure and to the thai immigration officials in Thailand. Please also save a digital copy on your device.

6. Entry Requirements and duration of stay

- Present the e-visa confirmation at the immigration checkpoint upon arrival.

- Carry your passport, printed e-visa, proof of accommodation, and return ticket to facilitate smooth entry.

- Verify the permitted duration of stay based on the visa type (e.g., tourist, business) in advance.

- Overstaying can lead to fines, detention, or deportation.

- If you plan to extend your stay, visit an immigration office in Thailand before your visa expires.