Documents

The Government of Thailand maintains a very friendly attitude towards tourism, so obtaining documents for staying in the Kingdom can be done quickly.

Important

• Russian citizens do not require a visa if they visit the country exclusively for tourism and their stay does not exceed 30 days.

• For stays longer than 30 days or for non-tourism purposes, a visa is required. Children under 14 years old do not require a visa.

• The most important document is the passport. It must be clean and not wrinkled. Yes, otherwise entry may be denied. And of course, it must be valid for at least 6 months after the trip.

Options for staying in Thailand

30-day stamp

Stamped on entry into the country. It can be extended locally for 7 days at the immigration office.

Single-entry visa

Allows a 60-day stay with a stamp in the passport. The visa can be extended locally for another 30 days. Total 90 days.

Double-entry visa

Allows a 60-day stay per entry with a stamp in the passport. After the first 60+30 days, you must leave the country and re-enter for another 60 days with a possible 30-day extension.

One-year student visa

Issued based on study, e.g., Thai language courses. Maximum visa term is one year, with renewal every 3 months. Travel outside the Kingdom during study is possible but with conditions.

One-year retirement visa

Issued to persons over 50 years old, with at least 800,000 THB in a Thai bank account. The funds must be held for at least 60 days before applying. Renewal every 3 months is required.

Business visa

Issued based on actual business in the Kingdom. Given when opening a company and investing funds in Thailand.

Visa processing and validity

• Visa is processed within three working days.

• Consular fees apply to all applicants including minors.

• Documents can be submitted personally or via a trusted person with a notarized power of attorney.

• Visa validity can be three or six months. For extension, foreigners must contact the Immigration Bureau in Bangkok at Soi Suan Plu, South Sathorn Road.

• Overstaying results in fines, possible imprisonment, and blacklisting if the overstay is significant.

Required documents for entry and visa processing

Adults:

• Passport valid at least 6 months after the trip

• Copy of passport main page

• Two color photos 3x4 cm

• Completed immigration card

• Work certificate stating position and salary

• Bank statement (notarized English translation) or traveler’s checks approx. 700 USD per person

• Return tickets

Adults without permanent income:

• Same documents as above

• Sponsorship letter from a relative/sponsor with work certificate and passport copy of sponsor

Families with minor children:

• Same adult documents

• Copy of children’s birth certificates

• Bank statement approx. 700 USD per person or 1400 USD per family per month

Pensioners:

• Same adult documents

• Copy of pension certificate

• Bank statement approx. 700 USD per person per month

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