How long can a US citizen stay in Thailand?

Tourist Visas
The tourist visa must generally be used within 90 days from the date of issue and allows an initial stay of 60 days. After arrival in Thailand, a tourist visa may be extended at the discretion of an immigration officer once for an additional 30 days with the total period of stay no longer than 90 days.



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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements
U.S. citizen tourists entering Thailand for fewer than 30 days do not require a visa. We strongly recommend that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your arrival in Thailand to avoid possible denied entry.

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A Multi-Entry Tourist Visa allows foreign nationals unlimited entry to Thailand over a 6-month period. It is issued to people who visit the country for tourism, leisure, or medical purposes. A multi-entry visa allows the holder to stay in Thailand for up to 60 days per visit.

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Visa Overstays
If an individual does not depart Thailand prior to expiration of his/her airport permit or visa, the individual is in the country illegally. In order to depart Thailand, it will be necessary to pay an overstay fine. The fine for overstaying a visa is 500 Baht per day, up to a maximum of 20,000 Baht.

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If you are caught overstaying in Thailand you will face a fine and the probability of being detained in a Thai detention center, after which you will be deported from Thailand. The severity of the punishment depends on the length of overstay. That's why if you overstay, you should exit Thailand as soon as possible.

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U.S. citizen tourists entering Thailand for fewer than 30 days do not require a visa. We strongly recommend that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your arrival in Thailand to avoid possible denied entry. Thai immigration officials or airline staff may ask for your onward/return ticket.

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You must apply for a visa to move to Thailand. Thailand offers different types of visas, but to move there, you must apply for a Thailand Non-Immigrant visa. The non-immigrant visas are for long-term stays.

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