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Vietnam to Thailand visa requirements

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders do not need a visa for Thailand for tourism or short-term business. As of 2026-06-29, the in-force visa exemption allows up to 60 days per entry, extendable once by up to 30 days; TDAC is mandatory within 3 days before arrival. Vietnam is listed by Thailand's Department of Consular Affairs under the current 60-day visa exemption scheme for ordinary passport holders. As of 2026-06-29, Vietnamese visitors may enter Thailand visa-free for tourism and short-term business engagements for up to 60 days per entry, and may apply once at Thai Immigration for an extension of up to 30 more days for THB 1,900. All non-Thai nationals entering by air, land, or sea must submit the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within 3 days before arrival. Important pending change: Thailand's Cabinet approved revisions on 2026-05-19 to revoke the 60-day scheme, but the Department of Consular Affairs says the new conditions take effect only 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette; before that effective date, current entries keep their permitted stay. Vietnam also appears on Thailand's 30-day bilateral ordinary-passport exemption list, so travellers should re-check close to departure in case the rollback has been published. Carry a Vietnamese ordinary passport valid at least 6 months, onward or return travel, accommodation details, and funds of THB 20,000 per person or THB 40,000 per family if asked.
VISA-FREETOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-07-01
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-07-01
Visa type
Visa exemption (60-day scheme; 30-day bilateral fallback listed)
Maximum stay
Up to 60 days per entry as of 2026-06-29; extendable once by up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single permission per arrival; repeat visa-free entries are subject to immigration discretion
from issue date
Visa fee
Free entry and free TDAC; optional extension costs THB 1,900
consular fee only
Processing time
No visa application; submit TDAC online within 3 days before arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport valid at least 6 months; policy may change after Royal Gazette publication
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Use a Vietnamese ordinary passport valid for at least 6 months on arrival, with at least 1 blank page for stamps.
· 6 months validity· ordinary passport
/02
Book onward travel and accommodation
Keep proof of onward or return travel within the permitted stay and accommodation details ready for TDAC and immigration questions.
· onward ticket· address in Thailand
/03
Prepare funds evidence
Immigration may ask for adequate cash or equivalent funds: THB 20,000 per person or THB 40,000 per family under the 60-day visa exemption guidance.
· THB 20,000· THB 40,000 family
/04
Submit TDAC
Complete the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card at tdac.immigration.go.th within 3 days before arrival and save the confirmation.
· TDAC required· within 3 days· free
/05
Arrive in Thailand
Present passport, TDAC confirmation, onward travel, and accommodation/funds evidence if requested. Under the rules in force on 2026-06-29, the officer can grant up to 60 days.
· 60-day stamp
/06
Extend before expiry if needed
Apply before the stamp expires at a Thai Immigration office for one extension of up to 30 days; the extension application fee is THB 1,900.
· +30 days· THB 1,900
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
Vietnam -> Thailand · Visa exemption (60-day scheme; 30-day bilateral fallback listed)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredVietnamese ordinary passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months on arrival, 1 blank page
RequiredTDAC confirmation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Submitted free online within 3 days before arrival
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Within the permitted stay
RequiredAccommodation address
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel booking, rental, or host address
ConditionalFunds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
THB 20,000 per person or THB 40,000 per family if asked
RequiredRe-check exemption duration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
60-day scheme has a Cabinet-approved rollback pending Royal Gazette publication
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended; private healthcare can be costly
OptionalCash/card for optional extension
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
THB 1,900 if applying at immigration
RequiredHealth declaration details
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
TDAC asks for health information when Ministry of Public Health rules require it
RequiredDriving licence
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Valid ASEAN member-country licence or IDP is accepted for driving in Thailand
RequiredEmbassy contact
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Vietnam Embassy Bangkok or consular hotline for emergencies
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 sourcesThailand Department of Consular Affairs - visa exemption country lists (updated 2026-03-31)Thailand Department of Consular Affairs - 60-day visa exemption list PDF (2024-07-15)Thailand Department of Consular Affairs - bilateral ordinary passport exemption list PDF (updated 2025-12-12)
Application link included: Thailand Department of Consular Affairs - visa exemption country lists (updated 2026-03-31)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-exempt entryFreeUp to 60 days under the in-force scheme on 2026-06-29
TDACFreeMandatory online arrival card via the official Immigration Bureau site
Extension of temporary stayTHB 1,900Optional; apply before expiry for up to 30 more days if approved
Thai Tourist Visa (if needed)USD 40 single / USD 200 multipleVia Thai e-Visa or the competent Thai embassy/consulate for longer or non-exempt travel
Overstay penaltiesTHB 500/day, max THB 20,000Overstay can also lead to detention, deportation, or re-entry bans
Total estimateFree — THB 1,900 if extendingincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
On arrival after TDAC submission
No visa application or entry fee; immigration grants the permitted stay at the checkpoint.
TDAC
Within 3 days before arrival
Submit online for free and keep the confirmation accessible during travel.
30-day extension
Varies by immigration office
Apply before the original permission expires; fee is THB 1,900.
Thai e-Visa Tourist Visa
5 working days in the Ho Chi Minh consular district
Use for travel not covered by exemption or when a visa is otherwise required; processing can take longer in some cases.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
TDAC not submitted
All non-Thai nationals entering Thailand must submit TDAC online before entry; missing it can delay boarding or immigration clearance.
Medium
/02
No onward travel proof
Airlines or immigration may ask for proof that you will leave Thailand within the permitted stay.
Medium
/03
Insufficient funds evidence
The 60-day exemption guidance cites THB 20,000 per person or THB 40,000 per family; officers may ask to see funds.
Low
/04
Frequent repeat entries
Repeated visa-free entries that resemble residence can be questioned or refused at the officer's discretion.
Medium
/05
Wrong purpose of stay
Ordinary employment, study, long-term residence, or journalism is not covered by a tourist visa exemption and requires the correct Thai visa/authorization.
Low
/06
Prior Thai overstay
Prior overstays can affect future entry and may trigger closer scrutiny.
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
2026-07-01
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-29 · major
Codex checked Vietnam to Thailand guidance
Re-verified official Thai consular, TDAC, immigration-fee, overstay, driving, and Vietnam consular-district visa sources; corrected the stale ASEAN 30-day wording to the in-force 60-day visa exemption, added the pending Royal Gazette rollback and 30-day bilateral fallback note, updated funds/fees/TDAC/extension details, and refreshed checked-date and lastVerifiedAt.
2026-05-27
Vietnam to Thailand route verified
Confirmed ASEAN visa-free 30 days, mandatory TDAC, +30-day extension available.
2025-05-01 · major
TDAC mandatory
Thailand replaced paper TM6 with the digital TDAC for foreign arrivals.
2024-07-15 · major
Thailand 60-day visa exemption expanded
Thailand listed Vietnam among 93 countries/territories eligible for visa exemption up to 60 days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Thailand?—
No. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders are on Thailand's visa exemption list and, as of 2026-06-29, can enter visa-free for up to 60 days per entry for tourism or short-term business engagements.
Is it 30 days or 60 days?+
Is TDAC mandatory?+
Can I extend my stay beyond 60 days?+
Can I work or study while visa-free?+
Can I drive with my Vietnamese licence?+
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