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Thailand to Central African Republic visa requirements

Q: Is there an official eVisa for the Central African Republic?

There is no clearly official government-operated eVisa system recognized by authoritative sources for Thai nationals. Websites advertising a CAR 'eVisa' are typically third-party agencies, so the safe route is an advance visa from a CAR mission.

Q: Where do Thai citizens apply for a CAR visa?

CAR has no embassy in Thailand. Apply at the nearest accredited CAR diplomatic mission; in some regions French consular posts handle CAR visa interests. Contact the mission first to confirm procedures.

Q: How long can I stay in the CAR on a tourist visa?

Standard short-stay tourist visas commonly allow stays of 30 to 90 days depending on what is granted, and are usually single entry.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to the Central African Republic and is usually required as part of the visa application.

Q: Should I check a travel advisory before going?

Yes. The CAR has an unstable security environment; check your government's travel advisory and arrange comprehensive travel insurance before booking.

Thai (ordinary) passport holders need a visa before traveling to the Central African Republic. Thailand is not on the CAR's short visa-exempt list, and there is no recognized official government eVisa or visa-on-arrival channel for Thai citizens, so a visa must be obtained in advance from a CAR diplomatic mission. As of 2026, the Central African Republic (CAR) requires Thai ordinary passport holders to hold a visa before arrival. CAR grants visa-free entry only to about 14 nationalities (Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Cote d'Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Israel, Liberia, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal); Thailand is not among them. Visa-on-arrival is effectively unavailable to general travelers (only narrow pre-arranged cases), and there is no clearly official government-operated eVisa portal recognized by authoritative sources for Thai nationals. Because CAR has no embassy in Thailand, applications are typically lodged at the nearest CAR diplomatic mission or, in some cases, a French consular post handling CAR interests. A standard short-stay tourist visa is generally single entry, valid for entry within roughly 3 months of issue, and allows stays commonly up to 30-90 days depending on the visa granted. Fees vary by mission (roughly USD 80-160). Given conflicting information about online eVisa facilitators (which appear to be third-party agencies rather than an official government system) and CAR's volatile security situation, the conservative and accurate verdict for a Thai traveler is visa-required, obtained in advance. Travelers should also note yellow fever vaccination is mandatory and should check their government travel advisory before booking.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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

Tourist visa (obtained in advance from a CAR diplomatic mission)

Maximum stay

Typically up to 30-90 days as granted

per entry

Entries

Single entry (standard short-stay)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 80-160 depending on mission and visa duration

consular fee only

Processing time

About 5-15 business days (varies by mission)

standard track

Validity

Enter within ~3 months of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa

Verify that as a Thai ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt (Thailand is not on CAR's exempt list), so an advance visa is required.

· Visa required· Thai ordinary passport

/02

Locate the nearest CAR diplomatic mission

There is no CAR embassy in Thailand. Identify the nearest CAR embassy/consulate accredited to Thailand or the relevant mission (sometimes French consular posts handle CAR interests) and contact them for current procedures.

· No embassy in Thailand· Contact mission first

/03

Gather required documents

Prepare a passport valid 6+ months with blank pages, application form, passport photos, return/round-trip flight booking, hotel/accommodation proof, invitation if applicable, and proof of yellow fever vaccination.

· Passport 6 months· Yellow fever certificate

/04

Submit application and pay the fee

Lodge the application with the diplomatic mission (in person, by post, or via an authorized agency) and pay the visa fee in the accepted currency.

· Fee in USD/EUR· Single entry

/05

Wait for processing

Allow roughly 5-15 business days; apply well ahead of travel as some missions process CAR visas slowly.

· 5-15 business days· Apply early

/06

Collect the visa and check entry rules

Receive your passport with the visa sticker, confirm validity and permitted stay, and review your government travel advisory before departure.

· Verify validity· Check travel advisory

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Thailand -> Central African Republic · Tourist visa (obtained in advance from a CAR diplomatic mission)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredThai ordinary passport valid at least 6 months beyond travel with blank pages

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

required

RequiredCompleted CAR visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredRecent passport-size photographs

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation / itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

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

required

RequiredVisa fee in the accepted currency

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

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the trip

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

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering CAR

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

recommended

RecommendedCheck your government's travel advisory for CAR before booking

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

recommended

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 sourcesVisa policy of the Central African Republic - Wikipedia Central African Republic Visa - Requirements and Application (VisaHQ)US State Department - Central African Republic Visa Reciprocity

Application link included: Visa policy of the Central African Republic - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Short-stay (30-day) tourist visa~USD 80-100Single entry; varies by mission

Longer-stay (up to 90-day) visa~USD 120-160Where offered, varies by mission

Service/agency handling fee~USD 30-80Optional, if using an authorized agency

Total estimateUSD 80 — USD 240incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard mission processing

5-15 business days

Apply in advance at the nearest CAR diplomatic mission; processing speed varies widely.

Agency-assisted

7-20 business days

Authorized visa agency lodges and tracks the application for an added fee.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Thailand not visa-exempt for CAR

CAR grants visa-free entry to only about 14 nationalities and Thailand is not among them, so a visa is mandatory.

High

/02

No official eVisa for Thai nationals

There is no authoritative government-run eVisa portal; online 'eVisa' services appear to be third-party agencies, so an advance mission visa is the reliable route.

High

/03

No visa-on-arrival for general travelers

VOA is effectively unavailable except narrow pre-arranged cases, so arriving without a visa risks refused entry.

Medium

/04

No CAR embassy in Thailand

Applicants must use the nearest accredited mission, which adds time and logistics.

Medium

/05

Security and health entry conditions

Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory and CAR has a volatile security situation, prompting extra checks.

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

Thailand to Central African Rep. route verified

Confirmed via CAR visa policy sources that Thai ordinary passport holders require a visa obtained in advance; no official eVisa or general visa-on-arrival channel. Verdict set to visa-required (conservative).

/09 — The questions