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Do Vietnam passport holders need a visa to visit Thailand?

ASEAN visa-free up to 30 days. TDAC digital arrival card mandatory. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days per entry as fellow ASEAN nationals. The visa exemption applies to tourism, business meetings, and family visits. All foreign visitors must complete the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online within 3 days before arrival. Vietnamese passports must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry. Like other ASEAN nationalities, the 30-day stay is extendable once for another 30 days at a Thai immigration office (THB 1,900 fee).
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
Visa-free entry (ASEAN)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry (extendable +30)
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport valid 6 months on entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry. One blank page required for the entry stamp.
· 6-month rule
/02
Book return travel within 30 days
Return or onward ticket within 30 days of arrival is required at boarding and immigration.
· 30-day return
/03
Submit TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card)
Free mandatory online form within 3 days of arrival. Replaces the paper TM6 arrival card.
· TDAC mandatory
/04
Arrive in Thailand
Show passport and TDAC confirmation; receive a 30-day exemption stamp. Funds may be checked (THB 10,000 per person / THB 20,000 per family).
· 30-day stamp
/05
Extend if needed
Visit a Thai immigration office before the 30 days expire to apply for a 30-day extension (THB 1,900). For longer stays apply for a Tourist Visa at a Thai embassy.
· +30 days extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 8 complete
Vietnamese passport
Valid 6 months on entry, 1 blank page
Return or onward ticket
Within 30 days; required at boarding
Accommodation address
Hotel booking or host's address
TDAC submission
Mandatory online before arrival
Funds evidence
THB 10,000 per person if asked
Travel insurance
Recommended; Thai healthcare costs can be high
International Driving Permit
Required to drive in Thailand
Vaccination certificate (if applicable)
Only required from yellow fever risk countries
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeUp to 30 days per ASEAN visa exemption
TDACFreeMandatory digital arrival card
Visa extension (+30 days)THB 1,900At Thai immigration office before initial 30 days expire
Tourist Visa (TR)VND 800,000+Through Royal Thai Embassy in Hanoi or Consulates
Overstay penaltiesTHB 500/dayDetention and re-entry ban for serious overstays
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard airport entry with TDAC confirmation.
TDAC submission
Same day
Free online form available 3 days before arrival.
+30 days extension
Same day
Visit a Thai immigration office before the initial 30 days expire.
Tourist Visa (TR)
5-10 working days
Through Royal Thai Embassy in Hanoi for stays beyond 60 days.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Insufficient travel evidence
No return ticket within 30 days, vague itinerary, or unclear accommodation can lead to refusal.
Low
/02
Missing TDAC
All travellers must submit the digital arrival card before arrival. Officers may direct you to airport kiosks if missed.
Low
/03
Frequent border runs
Repeated visa-free entries to extend tourism are scrutinised at land borders, especially at Cambodia or Laos crossings.
Medium
/04
Past Thai overstays
Any prior overstay heavily affects future visa-free entries.
Medium
/05
Prohibited items
Strict controls on e-cigarettes (banned), cannabis (now regulated), and certain medications.
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
2026-05-27
Vietnam to Thailand route verified
Confirmed ASEAN visa-free 30 days, mandatory TDAC, +30-day extension available.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Thailand?—
No — Vietnamese ordinary passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days per entry as fellow ASEAN nationals.
Is TDAC mandatory?+
Can I extend my stay?+
Do I need 6 months on my passport?+
Can I drive in Thailand with my Vietnamese licence?+
Can I travel onwards to Laos or Cambodia?+
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