Thailand Travel Guide

Passports

Country	Passport Required	Visa Required	Return Ticket Required
Canadian	Yes	No	Yes
Australian	Yes	No	Yes
USA	Yes	No	Yes
British	Yes	No	Yes
Other EU	Yes	1/2	Yes

Passport valid for six months on date of application required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas

Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for tourist stays of up to 30 days (if entering via an international airport) or 15 days (if entering by land from a neighboring country), provided they hold valid passports, sufficient funds (10,000 baht per person or 20,000 baht per family) and confirmed airline tickets to leave Thailand within the time allowed by their visa, except:
1. nationals of Bulgaria, Romania and Malta who do need to obtain a visa before traveling to Thailand;
2. nationals of Bhutan, China, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, India, Kazakstan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Maldives, Mauritius, Oman, Poland, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Ethiopia, Romania, Bulgaria, Malta, Andorra and San Marino who may apply for visas on arrival for stays of up to 15 days.

Visa Note

(a) The total duration of stay in Thailand for persons who enter Thailand without a visa cannot exceed 90 days during any six month period, counting from the date of first entry.
(b) If you intend on staying or working in Thailand for longer than 30 days you must obtain a Tourist visa for stays of up to 60 days or a Non-immigrant visa for stays of up to 90 days.
(c) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Important Addresses).

Types of Visa and Cost

Transit: £17. Tourist: £28 (per entry). Non-immigrant: £45 (single-entry); £100 (multiple-entry). All foreigners who apply for Tourist Visa at the Royal Thai Embassies and the Royal Thai Consulates-General worldwide, including eligible foreigners who apply for Visa on Arrival at designated checkpoints, will be exempt from Tourist Visa fee until 31st March 2011 but must pay a £15 administration fee.

Validity

Tourist: three months, six months for more than one entry; Non-immigrant single-entry: three months; Non-immigrant multiple-entry: one year.

Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section at embassy or high commission).

Working Days Required

Two. Postal applications are usually being processed within 24 hours. Applications made in person take 30 minutes.

Travel Warnings

As of March 2011 storms and heavy rainfall have caused flooding and damage along the southern coast of Thailand. Affected provinces include Nakhon Sri Thammarat, Surat Thani (including the island of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao), Phattalung, Chumphon, Trang and Satun. There is a continued risk of mudslides and flash flooding in these areas and electricity and communications are currently disrupted across the region. Travelers are advised against all travel to the Preah Vihear (Khaoi Pra Viharn in Thai) temple area, due to violence in the area, and all but essential travel to, or through, the far southern provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and Songkhla, due to the insurgency in these areas.

Elsewhere in Thailand, the situation is generally calm following recent political and civil unrest. There have been no serious incidents of violence since May 21. However, there remains a risk that political developments may lead to further violence. Travelers are advised to follow news reports and be alert to any developments which might trigger public protests or unrest.

The Government curfew in Bangkok and 23 other provinces expired on May 29, but States of Emergency continue in Bangkok and the following provinces: Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Nakhon Pathom, Ayutthaya, Chon Buri, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Nakhon Sawan, Nan, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Chaiyaphum, Nakhom Ratchasima, Si Saket, Ubon Ratchathani, Nong Bua Lumphu, Mahasarakham, Roi Et, Sakhon Nakhon, Kalasin, Muk Da Han and Samutprakarn. This prohibits gatherings of five or more people in some areas and may restrict travel.

Avoid any demonstrations or large gatherings of people. If you become aware of any nearby violence you should stay indoors, monitor FCO travel advice and the local media. Exercise caution, especially in the cities of Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Khon Kaen, Ubon Ratchathani and Udon Thani.

There is a high threat of terrorism in Thailand. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travelers. There have been a number of bomb and grenade explosions in Bangkok this year.

Penalties for possession, distribution or manufacture of drugs are severe and can include the death penalty.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel

Health Care

Health insurance is recommended. Medical facilities are good in main centers. All major hotels have doctors on call.

Vaccinations

Vaccination	Special Precaution
Diphtheria	Yes
Hepatitis A	Yes
Malaria	Sometimes
Rabies	Sometimes*
Tetanus	Yes
Typhoid	Yes
Yellow Fever	Sometimes**

Special Notes

* For travelers spending four weeks or more in the country, or who are going to be more than 24 hours from medical help or who are handling animals. If bitten, seek medical advice without delay.
** A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age arriving within 10 days from infected areas.