Thailand•Asia1–2 months
THB 7,000 THB
Varies by filing options
3 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Specialized work visa for international journalists, filmmakers, and media professionals employed by recognized Thai media entities to produce news and content.
The Non-Immigrant M visa is a specialized pathway for media professionals in Thailand, issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to distinguish professional media activities from tourism or business visas. Applicants must be affiliated with credible, registered media organizations, discharge duties for minimum 90 days annually, and produce at least 12 pieces of Thailand-focused content.
The visa allows 90 days of stay and is renewable. Fees are 2,000 THB (single-entry) or 5,000 THB (multiple-entry, 1 year). Processing takes 1 to 2 months for new applications or 1 month for renewals. The visa grants legal authorization for interviews, location filming, and reporting on significant events. Dependents are permitted.
This visa is ideal for international journalists, documentary filmmakers, and media producers whose work requires sustained presence in Thailand.
| Initial grant | 3 months |
Employed by credible media entity registered for 6+ months
Discharge media duties minimum 90 days
Produce 12+ pieces of content per annum about Thailand
Pre-approval from Department of Information (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) for journalists
Pre-approval from Thailand Film Office for film producers
No prior threat to public order or false visa information
Education
bachelor or higher
Valid passport
Passport photos
Employment contract
Departmental approval
| Non-Immigrant M Application Form | — |
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