WHO CAN APPLY FOR E-VISA WITH THE ROYAL THAI EMBASSY, COPENHAGEN?

Residents of Denmark and Lithuania who currently residing in these countries may apply for e-visa with the Royal Thai Embassy in Copenhagen through https://www.thaievisa.go.th/ . Proof of residency are required.

Important message: Due to the high number of application recieved during the holiday season, the processing time for all types the visa is between 15 - 25 working days. 

Those currently residing in other countries should contact the Royal Thai Embassy in their respective countries.

Nationals of Denmark and Lithuania who are currently traveling in Thailand cannot apply for e-visa with the Royal Thai Embassy in Copenhagen through https://www.thaievisa.go.th/. They must contact the Thai Immigration Bureau for visa matters.

Nationals of Denmark and Lithuania who are currently traveling in other countries and wish to travel to Thailand cannot apply for e-visa with the Royal Thai Embassy in Copenhagen. They may either enter Thailand under 30-day tourist visa exemption scheme or contact the Royal Thai Embassy in the countries they are traveling in if they wish to stay in Thailand for longer than the tourist visa exemption scheme allowed. If they wish to apply with the Royal Thai Embassy in Copenhagen, those nationals of Denmark and Lithuania must first return to their respective countries, i.e. Denmark and Lithuania, before applying.

Download Form:

1. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)

2. Invitation Letter Form (Eng)

With tourist visa, travellers are strictly prohibited to conduct in all kinds of work including volunteer work and internship.

1. Single Entry Tourist visa (60 days stay permit): Tourism and Leisure activities 

The single entry tourist visa has its validity of 3 months from the date of issue with the duration of 60 days stay permit. Travellers are allowed to apply for a thirty days extension of stay permit at the nearest Thai Immigration Office.

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Travel booking confirmation e.g. A plane ticket in and out of Thailand within 60 days or other type of transporation (bus ticket, cruise ship reservation)
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand, e.g. A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)

2. Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV)  

The Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) has a validity of 6 months from the date of issue and the duration of stay of up to 60 days per visit. You are advised to check the stamp of the immigration upon arrival.

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Travel booking confirmation e.g. A plane ticket in and out of Thailand within 60 days or other type of transporation (bus ticket, cruise ship reservation)
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand, e.g. A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)

3. Tourist visa : Participants of MICE industry (Meeting, Incentives, Convention, Exhibitions)
supported by TCEB (Thailand Convention Exhibition Bureau)

This single entry tourist visa has its validity of 3 months from the date of issue with the duration of 60 days stay permit. 

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Travel booking confirmation e.g. A plane ticket in and out of Thailand within 60 days or other type of transporation (bus ticket, cruise ship reservation)
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand, e.g. A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)
• Letter from Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB)

4. Tourist visa : Recreation learning or training related activities, e.g. Scuba diving, boxing training, Thai massage training and Thai culinary learning

This single entry tourist visa has its validity of 3 months from the date of issue with the duration of 60 days stay permit. Travellers are allowed to apply for a thirty days extension of stay permit at the nearest Thai Immigration Office. 

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Travel booking confirmation e.g. A plane ticket in and out of Thailand within 60 days or other type of transporation (bus ticket, cruise ship reservation)
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand, e.g. A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)
• Letter of acceptance from institute or company organizing activities

5. Tourist visa : To visit family residing in Thailand (less than 60 days)

This single entry tourist visa has its validity of 3 months from the date of issue with the duration of 60 days stay permit. 

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Travel booking confirmation e.g. A plane ticket in and out of Thailand within 60 days or other type of transporation (bus ticket, cruise ship reservation)
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand, e.g. A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)
• Personal details of a family in Thailand, e.g. ID card, Passport and the visa page or stay permit in Thailand

6. Tourist visa : Medical treatment (less than 60 days)

This single entry tourist visa has its validity of 3 months from the date of issue with the duration of 60 days stay permit. 

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Travel booking confirmation e.g. A plane ticket in and out of Thailand within 60 days or other type of transporation (bus ticket, cruise ship reservation)
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand, e.g. A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)
• Letter of appointment from hospital/medical center

Transit Visa : Transit (stopover longer than 12 hours)

Applicants may apply for a visa between 1 - 4 entries based upon thier travel schedules. The 1-entry transit visa has its validity of 3 months from the date of issue. The 2/3/4-entry transit visa has its validity of 6 months from the date of issue. 

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Travel booking confirmation e.g. A plane ticket in and out of Thailand 
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand, e.g. A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)

3. Non-Immigramt O : Thai Nationals who abandoned Thai citizenship

Applicants who were formerly Thai citizens and currently holding other citizenship can also apply for a Non-Immigrant visa.

This single entry tourist visa has its validity of 3 months from the date of issue with the duration of 90 days stay permit. Travellers are allowed to apply for a thirty days extension of stay permit at the nearest Thai Immigration Office.

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Financial evidence showing monthly income of no less than 30,000 THB , e.g. bank statements, proof of earnings
• Proof of former Thai citizenship

Non-Immigramt O : Retirement (pensioner aged 50 or above with state/private pension who wishes to stay in Thailand for no longer than 90 days) 

The applicant must be over the age of 50 and retired. Those who are above 50 but have not yet retired can not apply for this type of visa; they are advised to apply for the O-A visa, instead.

This single entry tourist visa has its validity of 3 months from the date of issue with the duration of 90 days stay permit. Travellers are allowed to apply for a thirty days extension of stay permit at the nearest Thai Immigration Office.

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Financial evidence showing monthly income of no less than 65,000 THB or having the current balance of 800,000 THB, e.g. bank statements, proof of earnings or pension certificate 

This type of visa may be issued to applicants aged 50 years and over who wish to stay in Thailand for a period of not exceeding 1 year without the intention of working. Holder of this type of visa is allowed to stay in Thailand for 1 year. Employment of any kind is strictly prohibited. 

Qualifications of an applicant:

• Not being prohibited from entering the Kingdom under the Immigration Act. B.E. 2522.
• Having the nationality of or the residence in the country where his/ her application is submitted.
• Having no criminal record against the security of Thailand and the country of his/her nationality, or the country of his/her residence.
• Not having prohibitive diseases as indicated in the Ministerial Regulation No.14 B.E. 2535 (Leprosy, Tuberculosis [T.B], Elephantiasis, Drug addiction, Alcoholism, 3rd step of syphilis).
• Must use our Medical Certificate ONLY. Download Medical Certificate form here
• Proof of Thai health insurance that covers the whole duration of stay in Thailand. The health insurance policy must have coverage not less than 100,000.- USD (3,000,000.- THB) per policy. Applications can submit either the copy of the health insurance policy or the original one (if available) and Print out this Foreign Insurance Certificate to be filled and signed by the insurance company. Buy Thai Insurance here
• Foreign Insurance Certificate – the form can be downloaded here 
• Proof of your accommodation in Thailand: A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)Invitation Letter Form (Eng)
• Bank Statement showing a deposit of the amount equal to and not less than 800,000 THB (160,000 DKK) or an original payslip with a monthly income of not less than 65,000 THB, or a deposit account plus a monthly income totally not less than 800,000 THB. In case of submitting a bank statement, a letter of guarantee from the bank (an original copy) is required.

Purpose of Visit 

This type of visa may be issued to applicants who are over 50 years of age and over and wish to stay in Thailand for a period of not exceeding 10 years without the intention of working. Holder of this type of visa is allowed to stay in Thailand for 5 years each time with the possibility of an extension of up to 5 years at the Royal Thai Immigration Bureau (total 10 years). 

Qualifications of an applicant:

• Applicants must be at least 50 years of age and above (on the day of submitting the application). 
• Applicants must be nationals and passport holders of eligible countries, namely; Japan, Australia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States. 
• Applicants must have a bank deposit of no less than 3 million Baht in Thailand OR a bank deposit in Thailand of no less than 1.8 million Baht and an annual income of no less than 1.2 million Baht. Such amount must be maintained in bank deposit in full for at least one year and at no less than 1.5 million Baht thereafter.  
• Applicants must have a Thai health insurance for the duration of stay, with coverage for outpatient treatment of no less than 40,000 Baht and inpatient treatment of no less than 400,000 Baht. The Thai health insurance can be obtained via http://longstay.tgia.org  
• Applicants must be Danish nationals or nationals of the above-mentioned eligible countries with permanent residence permit in Denmark. 
• Applicants not prohibited from entering the Kingdom as provided by the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979). 
• Having no criminal record in Thailand and the country of the applicant’s nationality and residence. 
• Not having prohibitive diseases such as Leprosy, Tuberculosis, drug addiction, Elephantiasis, and third phase of Syphilis as indicated in the Ministerial Regulation No.14 B.E.2535. 

Validity of Visa: Multiple entries with the validity of visa of 5 years 

Period of Stay: Travelers with this type of visa will be permitted to stay in Thailand for a period of 5 years each time with the possibility of an extension of up to 5 years at the Royal Thai Immigration Bureau (total 10 years).  

1. For the purpose of attending a conference, meetings and visiting business partners

Applicants who wish to travel to Thailand for a business purpose such as attending a conference should apply for Non-Immigrant B visa and only a single entry is granted at a time.

• An invitation letter from the company in Thailand
• Copy of company’s registration
• A reference letter from the Danish company stating the purpose of the visit in Thailand
• An official Bank Statement issued by the bank with bank contact details showing a balance of not less than 500,000 Baht or equivalent over the last 6 months
• Proof of your accommodation in Thailand: A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)

2. For the purpose of working in Thailand

If you have been given a job offer in Thailand or the company you are currently employed is transferring you to their sister company in Thailand, it is necessary that you apply for a single entry Non-Immigrant B visa before entering the Kingdom. This visa allows the applicant to stay and work in Thailand for 90 days. During the stay, the applicant must contact the Thai Immigration Service within 30 days after arrival and apply for an extension of the stay permit. The applicant must also obtain a work permit at the Ministry of Labour. 

• An invitation letter from the company in Thailand
• Copy of company’s registration
• Work contract
• Work permit form 3 issued by the Ministry of Labour of Thailand (W.P.3/ Tor Thor 3 Click here ) for applicants who do not hold a valid Thai work permit yet
• Copy of valid Thai work permit (if any)
• Proof of your accommodation in Thailand: A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)

 3. For spouse and/or children

NOTE: Should the applicant wish to relocate to Thailand with their spouse and/or children, the accompanying family members need to apply for a Non-Immigrant O visa. The following documents are required for the accompanying family members along with the following documents.

1. For the purpose of studying in Thailand

Applicants are to apply for a Non-Immigrant ED visa if traveling to Thailand for the following educational purposes;

1. Studying at a Thai or an International School in Thailand (completing secondary or high school)
2. Completing an exchanged programme at a school or university in Thailand for a semester or more
3. Being accepted by a Thai university to complete a Bachelor, Master or PHD programme

Applicants have to apply non immigrant visa, which is when entering Thailand, the Immigration officer at the entry point will grant a 90-day stay. This is an initial period of stay for this type of visa. For an extension of stay beyond 90 days, application must be made at the Immigration Bureau in Thailand.

1. Invitation letter/ acceptance letter from the school/university you are attending
2. School registration (not necessary for university)
3. A copy of tuition fee payment
4. A reference letter from the Danish school or university (in case of attending an exchanged programme)
5. A document from the relevant authority indicating that the applicant has no criminal record against the security of Thailand and the country of his/her nationality, or the country of his/her residence.
6. Proof of your accommodation in Thailand: A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)

2. For the purpose of internship

In order to complete a Bachelor or a Master's degree in Denmark, it is common that students are required to complete an internship at a company, hospital, NGOs and other organizations and a lot of internships usually take place overseas. When a student is accepted an internship in Thailand, she/he needs to apply for a Non-Immigrant ED visa.

1. Invitation letter from the company/organization in Thailand
2. A copy of company's registration
3. A copy of the undersigned internship contract
4. A reference letter from the school/university in Denmark stating the purpose of visit to Thailand
5. Proof of your accommodation in Thailand: A Copy of hotel reservation/ rental contract/deed. In case of residing with a family, an invitation from the host family along with a copy of their undersigned Thai ID or house registration is required. The name of the applicant must indicated clearly. Invitation Letter Form (Thai)  Invitation Letter Form (Eng)

Remark

Taking Thai boxing courses or diving lessons and other activities will not be considered as education but mere hobby, hence tourist visa is eligible.

Non/Immigrant O : Voluntary work with NGO/Charity/Association (without salary)

Applicants who wish to conduct a voluntary work in Thailand can only apply for a single entry Non-Immigrant O visa which allows him/her to stay in Thailand for 90 days. Should the work period exceed 90 days, applicants must contact the Thai Immigration Service and apply for an extension of the stay permit.

Required Documents

• Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph taken within the last six months
• Document indicating current location
• Financial evidence showing monthly income of no less than 30,000 THB , e.g. bank statements, proof of earnings or pension certificate 
• Letter confirming voluntary work signed by authorized person together with a copy of ID card or passport of the signer
• Letter of the head of the Department, government agency or state enterprise requesting for the applicant’s voluntary activity, or by the head of any other government agency that oversees or shares missions with the organization/NGO

The four categories of people who are eligible to apply for SMART Visa are

(1) Talent

(2) Investor

(3) Executive

(4) Startup and

(5) Others (i.e. legal dependents, namely spouse and children, if any).

The SMART Visa provides more benefits and privileges than any other types of visa. These benefits include:

Please click on the links below for further details.

• Details of SMART Visa Program
• Applicant Manual
• Required Documents
  • Documents for SMART Visa "T" (Talents)
  • Documents for SMART Visa "I" (Investors)
  • Documents for SMART Visa "E" (Executives)
  • Documents for SMART Visa "S" (Startup Entrepreneurs)
  • Documents for SMART Visa "O" (Spouse and Children of SMART Visa Holders)