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How to apply for your Thailand visa with a passport from the United States

Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, determine whether you need the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), Thailand Tourist Visa, or another Thailand visa or document, pay securely, and upload your documents. You can save your progress and come back anytime.

We'll guide you through any unclear questions during the application process.

We review your application

The Thailand visa system can be complicated for for American citizens, but don't worry – we review your whole application to catch anything that might cause delays.

We submit it for government processing

We’re not the Thai government, but we review your application for accuracy and submit it directly to them. If anything goes wrong, we’re here 24/7 to help resolve it – no long wait times, no confusing forms, just expert support from start to finish.

Get your Thailand visa

We’ll email your approved Thailand document and let you know how to use it for your trip from the United States to Thailand.

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Thai visa policy for American citizens

US citizens don't need a visa for short trips to Thailand. They are currently visa-exempt for stays of up to 60 days. Even though a visa is not required, all US travelers must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before entering Thailand.

iVisa offers one Thailand entry document for US travelers:

Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC): A mandatory online arrival declaration that US citizens must submit within 3 days before arrival. Travelers must present the TDAC on entry as part of Thailand's immigration requirements.

General Thailand entry requirements for US travelers are:
US passport valid for at least 6 months
Completed Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)
Proof of onward or return travel
Evidence of sufficient funds
Other supporting documents depending on purpose or situation

Thai visas we offer for American citizens

Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)

Prices starting from $72.99

Valid for 1 month after issued

Single entry

Stay up to 30 days per entry

Fast facts

Interview needed?

No interview is required

When to apply?

At least 1-3 days before travel

Documents required upon arrival?

US passport (valid for 6+ months), TDAC, accommodation and return flight details

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Frequently asked questions about getting the Thailand visa with a United States passport

Do US citizens need a visa for Thailand?

No. US citizens do not usually need a visa for short tourist visits to Thailand.

However, they must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), a digital customs declaration that all foreign visitors must complete before arrival.

What is the processing time for a TDAC for US citizens?

With iVisa, US citizens can get their Thailand Digital Arrival Card as fast as 1 day.

How long can US citizens stay in Thailand?

US citizens can stay in Thailand visa-free for up to 60 days, depending on entry conditions.

Can I extend my stay in Thailand as a US citizen?

Yes, US travelers may apply at a Thai Immigration Office for an extension of up to 30 days beyond the initial stay under the exemption (for example, from ~60 days to ~90). However, approval is not guaranteed and is at the discretion of immigration.

Can I do unpaid work in Thailand as a US citizen (volunteering or working as a dive instructor)?

Travel under the exemption must be for tourism or short-term visits (e.g., leisure, visiting family/friends). Working, long-term study, volunteering, or doing business/employment is not permitted under this exemption.

What happens if I overstay in Thailand as a US citizen?

You can be fined THB 500 per day for each day you overstayed your permitted stay. The fine is capped at THB 20,000 (typically reached when you've overstayed for 40+ days). Payment is normally made upon departure from Thailand at the airport or at an immigration office, in cash.

However, additional consequences may be imposed: if you overstay by more than 90 days, the situation moves from a simple administrative fine to more serious consequences, including detention, deportation, and a ban on re-entry to Thailand.