If you want to know how much a Thailand visa costs, the honest answer is that it depends entirely on which visa you need. A tourist visa is 1,000 THB. A retirement extension is 1,900 THB a year. A Thailand Privilege (Elite) membership is up to 5,000,000 THB. So the real question is not "what does a Thailand visa cost" but "which visa fits my situation, and what is the all-in price once you add extensions, re-entry permits, and reporting."
This page lists every official Thailand visa fee for 2026, verified against current government figures on 15 June 2026. Use the free visa finder if you want the price calculated for your exact case in under a minute.
Master Thailand Visa Cost Comparison Table
| Visa Type | Official Fee | Duration | Extension Fee | Financial Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa Exemption | Free | 60 days* | 1,900 THB (+30 days) | None |
| Tourist Visa (TR, single) | 1,000 THB | 60 days | 1,900 THB (+30 days) | None |
| Tourist Visa (METV, multi) | 5,000 THB | 6 months | 1,900 THB (+30 days) | None |
| Non-B (work/business) | 2,000 THB | 90 days | 1,900 THB (1 year) | Work permit separate |
| Non-O Retirement (in-country) | 1,900 THB/yr extension | 1 year | 1,900 THB (1 year) | 800k or 65k/mo |
| Non-O-A Retirement (from abroad) | 5,000 THB | 1 year | 1,900 THB (1 year) | 800k or 65k/mo + insurance |
| Non-ED (study) | 2,000 THB | 90 days | 1,900 THB (varies) | None |
| DTV | 10,000 THB | 180 days | 10,000 THB (+180 days) | 500k savings |
| LTR | 50,000 THB | 10 years | None | ~USD 80k/yr or USD 1M |
| Thailand Privilege (Elite) | 650k – 5,000,000 THB | 5 – 20 years | None | Membership only |
*A cut from 60 to 30 days for visa-exempt entry has been approved but is not yet in force as of June 2026. Until it takes effect, you still get 60 days. All fees are in Thai Baht (THB) unless noted. Embassy fees paid abroad are collected in local currency and may round differently.
How Much Is Each Thailand Visa? Fees by Category
Visa exemption (free)
Visa exemption costs nothing. You arrive at a Thai port of entry with a valid passport and receive a 60-day stamp if your nationality qualifies. If you need more time, a single 30-day extension at an immigration office costs 1,900 THB. See extending your visa exemption for the paperwork.
One thing to watch: a reduction from 60 to 30 days has been approved but has not started. Anyone telling you the visa-exempt period is already 30 days is wrong as of June 2026.
Tourist visa (TR)
The single-entry Tourist Visa (TR) carries a government fee of 1,000 THB. It allows one entry and a 60-day stay, extendable once by 30 days for 1,900 THB. The Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa (METV) costs 5,000 THB and allows unlimited entries over six months, with each entry giving a 60-day stay. Full breakdown on the tourist visa page.
Non-Immigrant B (work and business)
The Non-B visa fee is 2,000 THB for a single entry. That is only the visa. To legally work you also need a work permit, which is a separate cost paid to the Ministry of Labour and is usually arranged by your employer. Budget for the work permit on top of the visa fee.
Non-Immigrant ED (study)
The Non-ED study visa fee is 2,000 THB for a single entry. In-country extensions tied to your enrollment are 1,900 THB each.
Retirement: Non-O vs O-A
There are two retirement routes and they cost very differently.
Non-O retirement (converted in-country): the annual extension of stay is 1,900 THB. You must be 50 or older and show either 800,000 THB in a Thai bank seasoned 2–3 months, or income of 65,000 THB per month. There is no health insurance mandate on this route.
Non-O-A retirement (applied from abroad): the visa fee is 5,000 THB. The financial test is the same (800,000 THB or 65,000 THB/month), but the O-A carries a mandatory Thai health insurance requirement, which the in-country Non-O does not. For many retirees already in Thailand, converting to a Non-O in-country is the cheaper path. See financial requirements for exact seasoning rules.
DTV (Destination Thailand Visa)
The DTV costs 10,000 THB per issuance and gives 180 days per entry over a 5-year validity. An in-country extension adds another 180 days for 10,000 THB. To qualify you need 500,000 THB in savings seasoned at least 3 months. Full numbers on the DTV cost page.
LTR (Long-Term Resident)
The LTR is a one-time 50,000 THB official fee for a 10-year visa, which works out to 5,000 THB a year. Qualifying is the hard part: roughly USD 80,000/year income or USD 1,000,000 in assets, depending on category. See the LTR cost and requirements page.
Thailand Privilege (Elite)
Thailand Privilege is a one-time membership, not a recurring visa fee:
| Tier | Membership Fee | Validity | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 650,000 THB | 5 years | Withdrawn 30 Sep 2026 |
| Gold | 900,000 THB | 5 years | — |
| Platinum | 1,500,000 THB | 10 years | — |
| Diamond | 2,500,000 THB | 15 years | — |
| Reserve | 5,000,000 THB | 20 years | Invitation only |
If you are weighing Bronze, note it is being withdrawn on 30 September 2026. Full tier comparison on the Thailand Elite visa cost page.
Extension Fees
Extensions are processed at Thai immigration offices inside Thailand. Most are 1,900 THB regardless of visa type — the DTV is the exception at 10,000 THB per 180-day extension.
| Visa Type | Extension Duration | Extension Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa Exemption | +30 days | 1,900 THB | One extension |
| Tourist Visa (TR) | +30 days | 1,900 THB | One extension |
| Non-B | Up to 1 year | 1,900 THB | Work permit required |
| Non-O (retirement) | 1 year | 1,900 THB | 800k or 65k/mo proof |
| Non-O (marriage) | 1 year | 1,900 THB | Financial proof |
| Non-ED | Varies | 1,900 THB | Tied to enrollment |
| DTV | +180 days | 10,000 THB | Different structure |
Apply before your current permission to stay expires. Overstay is 500 THB per day, capped at 20,000 THB, and repeated overstays can trigger entry bans.
Re-Entry Permit Costs
Leave Thailand without a re-entry permit and your single-entry visa or extension is cancelled. This is the most commonly forgotten cost.
| Permit Type | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single Re-Entry Permit | 1,000 THB | One departure and return |
| Multiple Re-Entry Permit | 3,800 THB | Unlimited trips during your stay |
You can get one at any immigration office or at the re-entry counter at international airports before passport control. Holders of multiple-entry visas, Thailand Privilege, LTR, and SMART visas already have re-entry built in and do not need one.
90-Day Reporting
90-day reporting is free when done on time. It applies to anyone on a long-term visa or extension and can be filed in person, by mail, or online. The cost only appears if you miss the window and immigration applies a late fine, so set a reminder.
Overstay Fines
Overstaying is 500 THB per day, up to a maximum of 20,000 THB. Pay at the airport on departure or at an immigration office. The bigger risk is not the cash — long or repeated overstays lead to re-entry bans of 1 to 10 years.
DIY vs Using a Visa Service
For simple cases, doing it yourself is genuinely the right call. A visa-exemption extension, a tourist-visa extension, or 90-day reporting are forms-and-a-queue tasks. If you are organized, comfortable at a government counter, and not on a deadline, pay the official fee and keep your money. We will tell you that plainly.
Where a service earns its keep is the cases that go wrong quietly: a retirement extension where the bank seasoning is one document short, a DTV application with savings that are not properly evidenced, a work-permit-linked Non-B, or anything with a hard travel deadline. A rejected application costs you the trip back, the re-booking, and sometimes the visa run.
Here is our position, and it is the whole reason this page exists: most visa agents quote a low "fee" and then upsell you — bank-letter charges, document charges, express charges, a markup buried in the exchange rate. We publish every official price on this page so you can check our math. Our model is the official government fee plus one flat service fee, quoted up front. No markup on the government cost, no upsell, no surprises at the counter. If DIY is right for your case, we will say so. See our honest take on when to use a visa agent and what we actually do for you.
What Each Long-Stay Path Really Costs Over 5 Years
For an extended stay, here is the official-fee math (financial requirements like the 800,000 THB deposit are excluded because that money stays yours).
| Option | Year 1 | Years 2–5 | 5-Year Total | Per Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retirement (Non-O + extensions) | 1,900 THB | 7,600 THB | 9,500 THB | ~158 THB |
| DTV (one extension/yr) | 20,000 THB | 80,000 THB | 100,000 THB | ~1,667 THB |
| LTR (10-year) | 50,000 THB | Included | 50,000 THB | ~833 THB |
| Thailand Privilege Gold | 900,000 THB | Included | 900,000 THB | ~15,000 THB |
On pure visa cost, the in-country Non-O retirement extension is the cheapest long-stay route in Thailand by a wide margin, assuming you meet the age and financial tests. The LTR is the best value if you qualify for it. Run your own numbers with the visa finder.
Other Costs to Budget
Beyond the official fee, small expenses add up at the counter.
- Passport photos: Thai immigration wants 4×6 cm photos. Budget 100–300 THB. See photo requirements.
- Document copies: 2–5 THB per page; a typical extension needs 5–10 copies.
- Transport to immigration: offices are rarely central. Bangkok Chaeng Wattana is 200–400 THB each way by taxi; Phuket can run 300–500 THB.
- Health insurance: mandatory only for the Non-O-A retirement route (not the in-country Non-O). Premiums run 15,000–60,000+ THB/year by age.
Payment Methods at Immigration
Thai immigration offices take cash only, in Thai Baht. Cards, transfers, and foreign currency are not accepted for extensions, re-entry permits, or fines. Bring enough cash. Embassy and consulate payment methods vary by location, so check before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Thailand tourist visa?
The single-entry Tourist Visa (TR) is 1,000 THB in government fee, giving a 60-day stay you can extend once by 30 days for 1,900 THB. The multiple-entry METV is 5,000 THB for six months of unlimited entries. If your trip is under 60 days and your nationality is visa-exempt, you may not need a paid visa at all.
What is the cheapest Thailand visa?
For a short trip, visa exemption is free. For a long stay, the in-country Non-O retirement extension at 1,900 THB per year is the cheapest path if you are 50+ and meet the financial test. The LTR at 50,000 THB for 10 years (5,000 THB/year) is the best value for those who qualify.
Are Thailand visa fees refundable if I'm denied?
No. Visa fees paid at embassies, consulates, and immigration are non-refundable regardless of outcome. This is one reason a correctly prepared application matters — a denial costs you the fee and the time.
Do I have to pay for visa extensions in Thailand?
Yes, and they are cash only in Thai Baht. Most extensions are 1,900 THB; the DTV is 10,000 THB per 180 days. 90-day reporting itself is free when done on time.
How much should I bring in cash to immigration?
Bring at least 2,500 THB for a standard extension — 1,900 THB for the fee plus a margin for photos, copies, and any re-entry permit. For a re-entry permit alone, bring 1,000 THB (single) or 3,800 THB (multiple).
The right Thailand visa is the one that fits your stay and your situation, not the cheapest sticker price. Check your exact cost with the free visa finder, and if you would rather not stand in the queue, our flat-fee service publishes every price you see here with no markup.
