Visa news & guides
Verified updates on Thai visas and residency, written for British and Chinese nationals.
Thailand's New Visa Exemption Rules from 15 September 2026: Who Gets 30 Days, Who Needs a Visa
From 15 September 2026 Thailand's 60-day visa-free stay is gone. Which 60 nationalities get 30 days, who gets 15, which 21 now need a visa, the land-border limit, and what to do if you need longer.
Health Insurance for Your Thai Visa: Requirements by Visa Type (2026)
Thailand's Non-OA and long-stay visas require health insurance. Learn the minimum coverage amounts and how to choose a compliant policy in 2026.
Thailand's 7 Non-Immigrant Visa Categories Explained (2026)
Thailand reduced its non-immigrant visa categories from 17 to 7 in August 2025. Learn which code applies to your situation and how to apply correctly in 2026.
Thailand e-Work Permit 2026: Guide for Foreign Workers
Thailand's work permit is now fully digital. The e-Work Permit replaced the Blue Book in 2026 — here are the key deadlines and how to apply online.
Thailand THIM App: What Every Traveler Must Know in 2026
THIM replaces the web-based TDAC from 1 October 2026. Learn how Thailand's new immigration app works, how to register, and what changes at the airport.
Applying for a Thai Visa Online: The thaievisa.go.th Guide
Step-by-step guide to applying for a Thailand e-visa through the official thaievisa.go.th portal, including documents, visa types, fees, and processing times.
Thailand Dependent Visa: Bringing Family to Thailand on a Non-O
Thailand's dependent visa (Non-O) lets spouses and children of foreign workers live in Thailand. Learn who qualifies, what documents you need, and how to apply.
Thailand Proof of Funds: What You Need to Show on Arrival
Thailand's proof-of-funds rule requires 10,000–20,000 Baht per person at entry. Learn exact amounts by visa type, what documents work, and how to prepare.
Thailand SMART Visa 2026: Startup Founder's Complete Guide
Thailand's SMART-S visa lets startup founders live and work permit-free in 2026. Learn who qualifies after the February 2025 reform and how to apply.
Thailand Privilege Card 2026: The Elite Visa Guide
The Thailand Privilege Card (formerly Thailand Elite Visa) offers 5–20 years of multiple-entry access. Learn the tiers, costs, and how to apply in 2026.
Thailand Visa Run vs Extension 2026: The New Reality
Thailand's 2026 crackdown means visa runs are riskier than ever. Learn when a tourist visa extension is smarter and what long-stay alternatives to consider.
Opening a Thai Bank Account as a Foreigner: 2026 Guide
How to open a Thai bank account as a foreigner in 2026: the right banks, documents required, and how seasoning your balance supports visa extensions.
Thailand Overstay Penalties 2026: Fines, Bans & Prevention
A Thai visa overstay triggers a 500-baht daily fine and re-entry bans that scale with duration. Learn the exact penalties and how to avoid them in 2026.
Thailand TM30 Reporting Guide for Foreigners and Landlords
Thailand's TM30 rule requires landlords to report foreign arrivals within 24 hours — including returning tenants. Learn who files, how, and the consequences.
Thailand Non-O Marriage Visa via Thai Spouse: 2026 Guide
Thailand Non-O marriage visa requirements in 2026: proof-of-funds, documents, who qualifies, and how to apply and extend as the foreign spouse of a Thai national.
Thailand Re-Entry Permit (TM8): Complete 2026 Guide
A Thailand re-entry permit (TM8) stops your long-stay visa from cancelling when you leave. Learn who needs one, single vs multiple, and how to apply.
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC): The 2026 Entry Guide
Thailand's TDAC replaced the paper TM6 form in 2026. Learn how to register online before you fly, what information to prepare, and what to show at immigration.
90-Day Reporting in Thailand (TM47): The 2026 Guide for Long-Stay Foreigners
What 90-day reporting (TM47) is, who must do it, the deadline window, how to file online, in person or by post, and how to avoid the fine, in 2026.
Business Visa & Work Permit in Thailand (Non-B): The 2026 Complete Guide
How the Non-B business visa and Thai work permit work together in 2026: who they suit, the two routes, requirements, how the fees work, and renewals.
The DTV in 2026: A Complete Guide to the Destination Thailand Visa
Everything you need to know about Thailand's DTV in 2026: eligibility, the 500,000 THB seasoned-funds rule, fees, and how to avoid rejection.
The Education Visa (Non-ED) in 2026: A Complete Guide to Studying in Thailand
Everything you need to know about Thailand's Education Visa (Non-ED) in 2026: what you can study, requirements, 90-day reporting, fees, and choosing a compliant school.
The LTR Visa in 2026: A Complete Guide to Thailand's Long-Term Resident Visa
A complete guide to Thailand's LTR visa in 2026: the four categories, income and insurance requirements, fees, and how to avoid the issues that stall applications.
Retiring in Thailand in 2026: Visas, Finances, the Non-OA in Detail, and the New Rules
A clear guide to retiring in Thailand in 2026: the Non-O and Non-OA routes, the 3,000,000 THB insurance rule, police and medical certificates, financial requirements, and LTR alternatives.
Thailand Tourist Visa & METV in 2026: The Complete Guide
How Thailand's Tourist Visa and METV work in 2026: the 30-day visa-free change, 6-month multiple entry, extensions, fees, and which option fits your trip.
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