Vietnam passport → Thailand

Thailand visa for citizens of Vietnam

Visa-freeVisa-Free · Tourist (30 days by air)

Citizens of Vietnam can visit Thailand without a visa for up to 30 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 · Tourist (30 days by air)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Entries	Single entry
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	10,000 THB per person or 20,000 THB per family may be requested

How to apply

1
Prepare Required Documents
Ensure passport valid for 6+ months, have onward ticket and proof of funds if needed.
2
Travel to Thailand
Arrive at any Thai international airport or land border checkpoint.
3
Present Documents at Immigration
Hand over passport and complete arrival card (if still used). Immigration officer may ask for onward ticket and proof of funds.
4
Receive Entry Stamp
Officer stamps passport with visa exemption, granting up to 30 days stay (air) or 15 days (land). Keep departure card stub.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.

Travel

Onward Ticket
Flight or travel booking leaving Thailand within 30 days (15 days if arriving by land).
Accommodation Proof
Optional
Hotel reservation or host address in Thailand (recommended).

Financial

Proof of Funds
Optional
Cash, traveler's checks, or bank statement showing sufficient funds (rarely checked).

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: 10,000 THB per person or 20,000 THB per family

Cash
Bank statement
Credit card

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested but is rarely enforced.

Good to know

Overstaying incurs a fine of 500 THB per day, up to 20,000 THB.
Visa-free entry is for tourism only; work is prohibited.
Land border entries from Vietnam are limited to 15 days.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Check passport expiry before travel; renew if needed.

No onward or return ticket

Always have a confirmed flight out of Thailand within allowed stay.

Insufficient funds

Carry at least 10,000 THB in cash or accessible funds.

Suspected immigration violation or overstaying history

Ensure previous stays comply with Thailand's entry rules; avoid multiple consecutive land entries.

FAQ

Do citizens of Vietnam need a visa for Thailand?

Citizens of Vietnam can visit Thailand without a visa for up to 30 days. Visa type: Visa-Free · Tourist (30 days by air).

How long can citizens of Vietnam stay in Thailand?

Up to 30 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Vietnam need for Thailand?

Valid Passport; Onward Ticket; Proof of Funds; Accommodation Proof.

How long must my passport be valid for Thailand?

At least 6 months.

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