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title: Thailand visa for citizens of Russia
description: Citizens of Russia 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 Russia

Citizens of Russia 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
- **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:** sufficient funds for stay (e.g., cash, bank statement, credit card)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport valid 6+ months and have return ticket.
2. **Board flight to Thailand** — No visa required; present passport at check-in.
3. **Complete arrival/departure card (TM6)** — Fill out form provided on plane or at immigration.
4. **Proceed to immigration counter** — Present passport, completed TM6 card, and onward ticket.
5. **Receive visa-exempt stamp** — Officer stamps passport allowing stay up to 30 days (land entry: 15 days).

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Russian passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond arrival date.
- **Completed arrival/departure card (TM6)** (Travel): Provided on flight or at immigration counter.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure within 30 days.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Supporting): Cash, traveler's cheques, bank statement, or credit card showing at least 20,000 THB per person or 40,000 THB per family.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): May be requested by immigration upon arrival.

## Proof of funds

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

Evidence of sufficient funds may be required at immigration discretion.

## Good to know

- Visa-exempt entry does not allow work; only tourism or short business visits.
- Overstaying incurs a fine of 500 THB per day.
- Frequent consecutive visa-exempt entries may be scrutinized.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months at entry** — Renew passport before travel.
- **Insufficient funds or no onward ticket** — Carry at least 20,000 THB in cash or equivalent and have a confirmed departure ticket.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 60 days without a visa.

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

Valid Russian passport; Completed arrival/departure card (TM6); Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof.

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

At least 6 months.

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