Thailand visa for Taiwanese is not necessary since 15 July 2024, as the Free Visa-Exempt Stay allowing to visit Thailand for up to 60 days became available to Taiwanese. For longer trips or other purposes than tourism Thailand Visa for Taiwan passport holders is still needed and can be acquired in advance from Thai embassy.
Thailand Visa Free for Taiwanese
Thailand visa exemption giving the right to visit Thailand visa free for up to 60 days was granted to Taiwan and a number of other countries. Starting from 15 July 2024, Taiwan passport holders no longer need to apply for Visa on Arrival and are given visa free entry to Thailand.
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Thailand Visa Exemption for Taiwan
Starting from 15 July 2024, Taiwan passport holders can stay in Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days if arriving at the airport. When entering Thailand through the land border crossings from Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia or Malaysia, Taiwanese can stay in Thailand visa-free for 60 days too but the number of times you can use visa exemption when crossing by land during the year is limited.
As Taiwan passport holder you can use Thailand Free Visa-Exempt Stay if you have the following:
- Passport issued by the Republic of China (Taiwan) which is valid for at least 6 months from the day of your arrival
- A return or onward travel ticket within 60 days
- Dully filled-in Arrival Card (currently only required when arriving by land or by sea)
- A proof of funds - at least 20,000 THB per person and 40,000 THB per family in cash (can be equivalent in Euro)
Thailand Tourist Visa for Taiwanese
Depending on the duration and purpose of your visit, you might need to get another type of Thailand Visa in advance. As a tourist, you mainly have two Thailand visa options to choose from - Single-Entry Tourist Visa or Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa.
In Taiwan you can apply for Thailand visa at Thailand Trade and Economic Office (TTEO) in Taipei.
Thai Single-Entry Tourist Visa for Taiwan
Single-Entry Tourist Visa is valid for entering Thailand once within 3 months from the date of application. The allowed period of stay is 60 days which can be extended for 30 days once. Thai Single-Entry Tourist Visa can be applied for at Thai embassies or consulates worldwide so Taiwanese can apply for Thai visa not only in Taiwan, but also in other places.
When applying for Thai Single-Entry Tourist Visa in Taiwan you need (the exact list of documents depends on embassy / consulate so double check):
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from the day of your arrival.
- Original Taiwan Identification Card OR Taiwan Resident Certificate with one photocopy.
- Appropriate passport type photo (3.5 x 4.5 centimeters) taken within the last six months.
- Thailand Visa Application Form printed and signed by the applicant. The signature must be the same as the one on the passport.
- A ticket for your journey to Thailand and return / onward journey ticket for leaving Thailand within 60 days (required for Non-Taiwanese nationals without Taiwan resident certificate).
- Visa fee - 1,200 TWD.
Consular officers reserve the right to request for additional documents.
Thailand visa for Taiwan passport holders can also be issued by Thai embassies and consulates in other countries, such as Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, so you can get your visa during your travel.
Thailand Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa for Taiwan
Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa is valid for entering Thailand within 6 months from the date of application. The allowed duration of stay is up to 60 days per visit. You may enter Thailand again as long as the visa is still valid. Taiwanese can apply for Thailand Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa only at Thailand Trade and Economic Office (TTEO) in Taiwan.
When applying for Thai Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa you will need:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from the day of your arrival.
- Taiwan resident certificate (original and copy)
- Appropriate passport type photo (3.5 x 4.5 centimeters) taken within the last six months.
- Thailand Visa Application Form printed and signed by the applicant. The signature must be the same as the one on the passport.
- A ticket for your journey to Thailand and return / onward journey ticket for leaving Thailand within 60 days.
- Proof of accommodation - confirmed hotel booking (at least for the first trip to Thailand). Book your hotel on Booking.com or Agoda as bookings on these online platforms are usually accepted with no problem.
- Proof of sufficient funds - original and copy of bank statements and passbooks with detailed deposit records for the past 6 months with the amount of not less than 200,000 THB per person or equivalent (400,000 THB per family).
- Proof of working or studying
- Visa fee - 5,600 TWD.
Consular officers reserve the right to request for additional documents.
Tips
Your stay in Thailand can be extended once per entry. In most cases it can be extended by 30 days. For more information check: Thai Visa Extension.
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