VOA — Visa on Arrival (15 days, tourism only)

The Thailand Visa on Arrival (VOA) is a short-term tourism permit for qualifying nationals at Thai airports and borders. Applicants must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) at tdac.immigration.go.th up to 3 days before arrival, then present passport, photo, and TDAC confirmation at immigration. The visa costs 2,000 THB in cash and allows 15 days of stay. Employment is prohibited.

Processing takes 30–90 minutes upon arrival or 24 hours via express E-VOA. The permit is non-renewable and does not lead to permanent residence. Spouses and dependents cannot work. qualifying countries span multiple regions including Armenia, Belarus, Bulgaria, China, India, Mexico, Russia, Taiwan, and Venezuela—31 nations total.

This visa is ideal for leisure travelers from qualifying nations seeking quick entry for sightseeing and cultural tourism with minimal documentation, though the online TDAC registration must be completed before arrival.