Unanswered11 days ago

Can I travel to Thailand with a UK Travel Document instead of a British passport?

UK Travel Document Thailand Visa Requirements Travel to Thailand Short-term Travel Visa Application Process

SavvyHummi**********

asked Oct 16, 2026

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Hi everyone! 👋

Has anyone travelled to Thailand for a short holiday using a UK Travel Document (not a British passport)? I’d really appreciate it if you could share your experience and explain the process and requirements.

Thank you so much for your help! 😊

Summary so far

The post inquires about the ability to travel to Thailand using a UK Travel Document rather than a British passport. While there are responses indicating that it is possible to apply for a visa through the Thai online portal with a UK Travel Document, there is also skepticism with comments suggesting the question might be spam or a repeat inquiry. Additionally, it's noted that typically a valid British passport is required for entry into Thailand.

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James *******

Yes these can be used to apply for a visa via the online portal

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11 days ago

Welsh******

Spammer. Move on. Asked it in September also

11 days ago

Paul **********

You asked this yesterday, are you wasting people time or just spamming?

11 days ago

Breathtaki***********

As far as I know you need a full British passport valid for at least 6 months on entry. But that's easy enough to Google.

11 days ago

Henrik *****

Not Google, but Thai Embassy website, which only will give correct answers, which it not the case with google.

Embassy website will tell what to if not having regular passport.

11 days ago

Breathtaki***********

@Henrik ****

First answer with Google.

Yes, you must have a full, valid passport to enter Thailand. Foreign nationals are not permitted to use alternative identification documents, such as US driver's licenses or military IDs, for international travel or border entry.

Validity: Your passport must be valid for at least six months from your date of entry.

Visa Exemption: Most travelers (including US citizens) receive a 30–60 day visa exemption upon arrival, but this requires a compliant passport.

Exceptions: Only Thai citizens may enter with an expired Thai passport or national ID; all other foreigners require a valid passport.

Enforcement: Airlines will deny boarding if your passport does not meet the six-month validity rule, and Thai immigration will deny entry if it is not met.

Although yes the website would be the first place to go.

11 days ago