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New Zealand to Thailand visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay visa-free?

Under the revised rule approved in May 2026, the visa-free stay is 30 days. Until the change is published in the Royal Gazette, the previous 60-day stay still applies. Plan conservatively for 30 days.

Q: Can I extend my visa-free stay?

Yes. You can extend once at a Thai Immigration office for an additional 30 days for a fee of 1,900 THB.

Q: What is the TDAC and is it required?

The Thailand Digital Arrival Card is a mandatory, free online arrival form. Complete it within 72 hours before arrival, even if you are visa-exempt, and keep the QR-code confirmation.

Q: Do I need proof of funds and an onward ticket?

Yes. Immigration may ask for proof of about 20,000 THB per person (around NZ$2,000) and a confirmed onward or return ticket within your authorized stay.

Q: Is the visa-free entry free of charge?

Yes. Both the visa-exempt entry stamp and the TDAC are free. Only an optional in-country extension costs 1,900 THB.

New Zealand ordinary passport holders can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism. No visa is needed in advance, but every traveler must complete the free online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 72 hours before arrival. New Zealand ordinary passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to Thailand for tourism under the visa-exemption scheme. The exemption has historically allowed a 60-day stay, but on 19-21 May 2026 the Thai Cabinet approved reverting to a 30-day exemption for most exempt nationalities; New Zealand remains on the revised 30-day list (Phor 30) of 54 countries. The new rule takes effect 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette, which had not yet occurred as of 30 May 2026 — until then the current 60-day conditions remain in place. To be safe, plan around a 30-day visa-free stay. The stay can be extended once at a Thai Immigration office for an additional 30 days (1,900 THB). All arrivals, including visa-exempt travelers, must complete the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within 72 hours before arrival. You also need a passport valid for at least 6 months with blank pages, an onward/return ticket, and proof of funds (about 20,000 THB per person / NZ$2,000).

VISA-FREETOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa exemption (visa-free)

Maximum stay

30 days (60 days until the new rule is gazetted; extendable +30 days)

per entry

Entries

Single entry per arrival; multiple visa-free entries allowed subject to officer discretion

from issue date

Visa fee

0 THB (TDAC and visa-free entry are free)

consular fee only

Processing time

None in advance; TDAC submitted online within 72 hours before arrival

standard track

Validity

Used on arrival; passport must be valid 6+ months

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your New Zealand passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has at least two blank pages.

· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages

/02

Book onward/return travel

Arrange a confirmed onward or return air ticket departing Thailand within your authorized visa-free stay. Immigration may ask to see it.

· Onward ticket· Within stay window

/03

Complete the TDAC online

Submit the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card at tdac.immigration.go.th within 72 hours before arrival. Save the QR-code confirmation.

· Mandatory· Free· Within 72h

/04

Prepare proof of funds

Have evidence of sufficient funds — around 20,000 THB per person (about NZ$2,000) — which immigration may request on entry.

· ~20,000 THB· Per person

/05

Enter visa-free at the border

Present your passport, TDAC QR code, and supporting documents. You will be stamped in for the visa-exempt stay (30 days under the revised rule, 60 days until it is gazetted).

· Passport stamp· No fee

/06

Extend if needed

To stay longer, apply once at a Thai Immigration office for a 30-day extension before your stamp expires.

· +30 days· 1,900 THB

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

New Zealand -> Thailand · Visa exemption (visa-free)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredNew Zealand passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredThailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) QR confirmation

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredConfirmed onward or return air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of funds (~20,000 THB / NZ$2,000 per person)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedAccommodation booking or address in Thailand

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel insurance covering medical costs

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

Optional1,900 THB cash for an in-country extension (if extending)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

RecommendedPrinted/screenshot copies of all confirmations

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesRoyal Thai Embassy, Wellington — New Zealand Passport Holders TAT Newsroom — Thai Cabinet approves revision of 60-day visa exemption scheme The Nation Thailand — Thailand updates visa-free rules after scrapping 60-day scheme

Application link included: TAT Newsroom — Thai Cabinet approves revision of 60-day visa exemption scheme

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa-exempt entry0 THBNo charge for the visa-free stamp on arrival

Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)0 THBMandatory online form; official portal is free

30-day extension of stay1,900 THBOptional, paid at a Thai Immigration office if you extend

Total estimate0 THB — 1,900 THBincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free on arrival (with TDAC)

Immediate at border

No advance visa needed; just submit the free TDAC within 72 hours before arrival and get stamped in.

Tourist Visa (TR) via eVisa

Around 5-15 business days

Optional if you need a longer stay than the visa-free window allows; applied for online before travel.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Beaches, temples, and city visits are the most common reason New Zealanders travel to Thailand under the visa exemption.

High

/02

Visiting friends or family

Short social visits are fully covered by the visa-free tourist entry.

Medium

/03

Stopover / transit en route to Europe or Asia

Bangkok is a major hub; visa-free entry makes short stopovers easy.

Medium

/04

Business meetings (non-employment)

Brief, non-paid business meetings are generally accepted on visa-exempt entry, though a proper visa is advised for work.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

New Zealand to Thailand route verified

Confirmed via the Royal Thai Embassy Wellington and TAT Newsroom that New Zealand ordinary passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for tourism. The Thai Cabinet approved (19-21 May 2026) reverting the exemption from 60 to 30 days, with New Zealand on the revised 30-day list; the change takes effect 15 days after Royal Gazette publication (not yet gazetted as of this date, so 60 days currently remains in force). TDAC is mandatory and free.

/09 — The questions