ask
Search
Ask
Answereda year ago

What are the current entry visa rules for US citizens traveling to Thailand from Europe?

THIM and TDAC notice
Need a clearer THIM and TDAC explanation? Read the THIM guide on thim.in.th.
Heather ******
asked Aug 6, 2025
2.6k
views
20
replies
0
likes
I am a US citizen, flying in from Europe. I want to stay in Thailand for 6-8 weeks starting month.

I know the visas keep changing.

Do US passport holders still get 60 days on entry or 30? How is it working these days? If it is 30 days how can I extend?

I was in Thailand from September 2024 to middle of January 2025. I’m not sure if that will be a problem. And i was there during covid.

Seeing if there is anything I should know before coming back next month (September)
Answer summary
A US citizen flying in from Europe can enter Thailand with a visa exemption for 60 days, requiring only a passport, a boarding card, and completion of the TDAC form within three days prior to arrival. Although the immigration officer may ask for proof of sufficient funds (20,000 baht or equivalent), this is rare if you have a standard travel history. Concerns about previous stays and extending the stay depend largely on the discretion of the immigration officer.
20 repliesnewest first
9

Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.

Andrew ********
Andrew ********
The going rate is visa exempt twice a year from what I have seen personally. Just fill out tdac 3 days before arrival. The dates of entering may not be an issue but rule of thumb is "its not an issue till it is"

It all depends on the flight staff and IO you get when you check in
Philippe *********
Philippe *********
From september 24 to january 25. It seems you have done visa run...though it should not give you any problem
Sean ********
Sean ********
Heather, don’t worry, you’ll be fine, if you’re worried just bring $500 with you, and if asked, just tell them the truth. Thailand does actually want tourists. 😀👍
Heather ******
Heather ******
OP
@Sean *******
i’m in Europe so I’m not quite sure how I’d bring US$500 but I could bring €500

Thank you
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
@Heather *****
It’s 20,000 baht or the equivalent in any major currency. Doesn’t have to be USD, can be GBP, EUR, AUD etc. Just has to be cash IF asked.
Heather ******
Heather ******
OP
@Stuart ********
thank you! I will grab that before I leave!
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
As explained in earlier comments you *could* be asked for these three proofs, although highly unlikely with your previous entry history.

No one here can guarantee anything as it’s up to discretion of the officer you hand your passport to.

If asked about funds it has to be in cash. 20k baht or equivalent in any major currency. A bank balance, phone app or credit card won’t suffice.

That said it’s incredibly rare to be asked. They can ask but almost certainly won’t unless you have an extensive history of back to back visa exempt or tourist visas and they think you are trying to play the system for a long term stay without any valid visa to do so.
Heather ******
Heather ******
OP
@Stuart ********
got it! Thanks for letting me know.

The only time I did back-to-back Visa was during Covid for 2
***
years.

And last year, going into this year for a total of four months.

I was suggested to get a Fastrak visa but I think that might be beyond what I need.

Thanks for your information! I appreciate it 
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
Visa exempt entries are for 60 days on entry. You need nothing other than your passport, last boarding card and a filed TDAC done within 3 days prior to arrival.

********************************************
Rhonda ********
Rhonda ********
@Stuart ********
What is a TDAC?????????
Stephanie *******
Stephanie *******
@Rhonda *******
Thai Digital Arrival Card. Only use the link Stuart gave you: there are plenty of other enterprise willing to take your money for it. It's basically just digital details if your entry into the country, so they can better track overstays
Rhonda ********
Rhonda ********
Brian *********
Brian *********
@Stuart ********
ummm, onward flight / travel and where staying as well. 👌

I was asked for these less than a month ago.
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
@Brian ********
well in theory you could be asked for

20,000 baht or equivalent in cash.

Proof of accommodation (for the first few nights)

An onward flight out of Thailand.

90+ percent of people aren’t asked for these - but you’re right they could be. Generally immigration will only ask for these if they are looking for a way to deny you entry.
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
@Andrew *******
99% (a figure made up by me) of people entering Thailand visa exempt are not asked to show funds.

In theory you could be one of the 1%. Better odds than a coin toss that you won’t be though.
Andrew ********
Andrew ********
@Stuart ********
its not a theory they do ask at times, the flight staff may ask for onward ticket, and the funding has been asked more regularly then before, so i dont know where you get "theory" from
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
@Heather *****
In theory you could be but they only really invoke that requirement if your entry history is vast or you’re doing back to back entries and they’re looking for a way to deny you.

Very very very few people are ever asked to show cash.
Heather ******
Heather ******
OP
@Stuart ********
so if I don’t have the equivalent of 20,000 baht in cash on me I could be denied? Even if I have more than that in my bank account?

I’m just concerned as I left in January. And I keep hearing that they could deny me entry with me being there in the last year!

Thanks!

I will check out to TDAC too! Thanks
Graham ******
Graham ******
@Brian ********
not asked about 20k?
Brian *********
Brian *********
@Graham *****
I had it but yes, I was not asked.

Activity

9 joined
Heather ******
Heather ******
Heather ******
Heather ******
Heather ******
Heather ******
9
people
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
...members60% approval
Member 1
Member 2
Member 3
Member 4
Member 5
Member 6
Member 7
Member 8

Related

25
What are the current rules regarding tourist visas for Thailand and the impact of recent changes?
2k19162mo
What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?
7.4k101997mo
How can I extend my 2-month holiday visa in Thailand by an extra month?
7.2k281628mo
Will my 85-day departure flight cause problems during my entry on a 60-day visa exemption in Thailand?
2.6k212010mo
What are the current visa rules for UK travelers to Thailand in 2023?
1.1k871y
What are the current rules for entering Thailand under the visa exemption, and how can I apply for a DTV if I'm not in my home country?
2.5k20212y
What should I consider when trying to re-enter Thailand after being denied entry on a tourist visa?
14.3k891482y
What visa do I need for my upcoming stay in Thailand from December to February given my previous visits?
3.2k27242y
Does a TR visa cover a 90-day stay in Thailand?
1.4k1052y
Can I extend a single entry visa in Thailand and do a visa run to Cambodia for more days?
657323y
What is the best visa option for a friend sailing into Phuket who wants to stay for 7 months while working on his boat?
1.4k10103y
Is it safe to re-enter Thailand via Laos after extending my visa exemption?
1.9k1833y
Do I need a visa for a 6-week visit to Thailand, and what type should I get?
736283y
What steps do I need to take for extending my stay in Thailand by 30 days and are border runs an option?
1.6k11103y
Can you extend a Thai tourist visa twice without doing a border run?
1.2k4153y
Can I apply for a 60-day tourist visa in Thailand without leaving the country?
2.1k13214y
Do I need a TM30 form for a tourist visa extension in Bangkok?
1.3k6124y
Do I need to show proof of a return flight when entering Thailand on a 45-day tourist visa, and what are the current visa rules?
877384y
Does a Salvadoran passport holder need a visa to visit Phuket, Thailand, and can they extend their stay?
865475y
Can a UK passport holder travel to Thailand for 85 days without a visa?
1.5k8145y
What are the visa exemption entry rules for Thailand regarding return tickets?
6.3k49695y
How many days can I stay in Thailand with a Portugal passport, and can I apply for an extension?
804415y
Do I need to extend my 30-day visa if I plan to stay an extra two days in Thailand?
2.8k24168y
Can I extend my stay in Thailand after multiple visits within the same year?
2.1k18119y
Can I fly out of Thailand and back in the same day to obtain a new 30-day tourist visa?
2.4k22119y

Resources

Need help with your Thailand arrival paperwork?