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What should an invitation letter for a Thailand visa contain?

Feb 25, 2026
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Peter ******
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Invitation letter : I am applying for visa and I need an invitation letter from Family . What does the letter need to contain ? Just a "Hi, would you like to visit me in Thailand regards................" , or is it more to it than that ?
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When applying for a Thailand visa, an invitation letter from family may be required depending on the type of visa. The letter should typically include essential details such as the invitee's name, the dates of the visit, and the address where they will be staying. Some commenters noted that for certain visa applications, an invitation letter may not be necessary at all. It's important to verify the current requirements with the Thai embassy to understand whether an invitation letter is specifically needed for the visa type you are applying for, as requirements can vary.
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Never had that in 23 years
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Peter ******
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Frank Opmeer 5 . Proof of accommodation in Thailand (e.g., accommodation bookings, invitation letters from family/friends in Thailand)
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Wannikea *********
The Evisa application is a template form for all types of visas, an invitation letter is not necessary for most visa types and you can just ignore that portion of the application.
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Alan **********
I got my woman to write me one was just a few sentences

I am inviting (name) to visit me in thailand from (arrival date) to (depart date) he will be staying with me at (address).

Regards

(Partners name)

(Signature)

She also attached a copy of her baan book and initialed it.
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Hal ********
I’ve had trouble changing Old or Slightly damaged US$

Do the Plastic Australian $$ have any trouble. Thanks in advance. Hal
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Alan **********
Hal Turner that is one of my pet peeves its a bloody disgrace when they only accept brand new uncreased notes. Its just a scam Ive got vnd, kip, twd, hkd, eur, sgd that i can not use or exchange unless i visit again those countries its an absolute joke
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A visa to Thailand?
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Peter ******
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TurquoiseWolf7342 Yes
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Marianne ********
Out of curiosity, what visa requires you to submit a invitation letter these days?
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you might also need to provide an invitation letter if you’re going to stay private as a prove of accommodation. Embassy dependent, some accept only a private adress and a contact telephone number.
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Peter ******
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Marianne Holmen Visit family
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Peter West How long do you intend on staying here??
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Peter West Thai wife?

If so, I only submitted copies of my marriage documents dated and signed by my husband, and a signed copy of his ID.

But other family, I don't know how that works.
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Marianne Holmen Thai son
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