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title: Thailand visa for citizens of Ireland
description: Citizens of Ireland can visit Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Thailand visa for citizens of Ireland

Citizens of Ireland can visit Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free · Visa Exemption · Tourist (30 days by air)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 60 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** At least 20,000 THB per person or 40,000 THB per family

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and have onward ticket and proof of funds ready.
2. **Arrive at Thai immigration** — Proceed to the immigration checkpoint at the airport or land border.
3. **Present documents and receive entry stamp** — Hand over passport and supporting documents; immigration officer will stamp entry with permitted stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Thailand within the permitted stay.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Cash, bank statement, or credit card showing ability to support stay.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** 20,000 THB per person or 40,000 THB per family
- Cash
- Bank statement
- Traveler's cheques

Proof of funds may be requested at immigration discretion.

## Good to know

- Overstay results in a fine of 500 THB per day (max 20,000 THB).
- Visa exemption by air allows 30 days; by land allows 15 days and limited to 2 entries per calendar year.
- Extensions of stay are possible at immigration offices (fee 1,900 THB) for up to 30 days.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew passport before travel.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book a ticket showing departure from Thailand within the allowed stay.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry at least 20,000 THB in cash or equivalent.
- **Previous overstay or immigration violation** — Clear any overstay fines before re-entering.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Ireland need a visa for Thailand?

Citizens of Ireland can visit Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days. Visa type: Visa Exemption · Tourist (30 days by air).

### How long can citizens of Ireland stay in Thailand?

Up to 60 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Ireland need for Thailand?

Passport; Onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

### How long must my passport be valid for Thailand?

At least 6 months.

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- [Thailand visa for every passport](/visa/thailand)
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