What is the difference between the STV and SETV visa options for Thailand, and how long is each valid?

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May 10, 2022

3 years ago

Sarah ********

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Hi everyone,

I’ve started an application for an STV visa on the thaievisa website. I’m hesitant to proceed without some clarification though. 

I lived in Thailand from 2019-2021 and I was under the impression that an SETV (single entry tourist visa) would be my best/standard option for this trip. However, the website only shows an “STV” option, which I *think?* is the special tourist visa (which I thought they were doing away with)

Can anyone confirm what visa I’m actually applying for with STV on the thaievisa site, and how long that visa will be valid for?

Thanks in advance! 🙏

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The discussion clarifies the difference between the STV (Special Tourist Visa) and SETV (Single Entry Tourist Visa). The SETV is valid for 3 months, granting 60 days on entry, extendable for another 30 days. In contrast, the STV allows a 90-day entry with the possibility of two extensions, each for an additional 90 days, but has strict conditions such as required accommodation and insurance.

Brandon ************

The website definitely doesn't only show STV

3 years ago

Stuart *********

SETV is valid for 3 months from issue. On entry you’d get 60 days, which is extendable once for a further 30 days in country.

The STV would give you 90 days on entry and is extendable twice, each for another 90 days. However it has horrendous conditions attached which include fully paid up accommodation and insurance for the whole time.

3 years ago

Rosie *****

@Stuart ********

Is this still applicable do you know. As the STV says it is ending september, does that mean it would not be allowed to be extended?

2 years ago

Rosie *****

okay thankyou, i think i'll come on a 60 day tourist and extend. Then if it becomes available i will apply :)

2 years ago

Stuart *********

@Rosie ********

anyone applying for the STV would only get 90 days currently. It is not known if they will extend that visa option.

2 years ago

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Stuart *********

Robert *******

@Stuart ********

I think you got them mixed up

3 years ago

Stuart *********

@Robert ******

How so?

3 years ago

Robert *******

Read again your response STV 90 days on arrival

3 years ago

Bobby ********

@Robert ******

Stuart's summary is correct. STV is 90+90+90 without having to leave the country

3 years ago

Robert *******

@Bobby *******

sorry I was mixed up my apologies

3 years ago

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Robert *******

Lyndon ************

It would depend on how long is your trip likely to be?

The 60 day tourist visa (TR60) should show as an option, and that is extendable, once, for 30 days, in country. Giving you 90 days

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3 years ago

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Lyndon ************

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