Thailand visa.
As of 2026
Planning to spend several weeks or months in Hua Hin? Which visa suits you depends on your nationality, the planned length of your stay and what you intend to do in Thailand. We help Swiss and European guests planning a long stay at Swiss Baan Chiang find the right option.
From a short holiday to retirement in Hua Hin.
Stay and suitable visa option
01 — Visa-free entry
For many European travellers, visa-free entry is the easiest option for a short stay in Thailand. Currently, a visa-free stay of up to 60 days applies under the Royal Thai regulations.
02 — Tourist visa
A tourist visa suits anyone who wants to stay in Thailand longer than a short visa-free visit. It usually allows a stay of up to 60 days after entry, with the option of applying to the relevant authorities for an extension.
03 — Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
The Destination Thailand Visa is particularly interesting for digital nomads, remote workers, freelancers and people taking courses in Thailand. Under the DTV, a stay of up to five years can be applied for, including the option of bringing close family members.
04 — Visa options from age 50
Thailand offers several visa categories for retired nationals aged 50 and over who wish to spend longer periods in the country:
Non-Immigrant O — for stays with a justified reason, typically used for stays of up to 90 days.
Non-Immigrant O-A — for eligible persons aged 50 and over who wish to stay in Thailand for up to one year.
Non-Immigrant O-X — the O-X visa may be an option for people who wish to stay longer and meet additional financial requirements.
05 — Thailand Privilege & Long-Term Resident Visa
If you are looking for particularly comfortable or long-term plannable solutions, the following options may be of interest:
Thailand Privilege — a paid membership programme with a long-term visa plus selected support services.
Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR) — aimed at wealthy international individuals, professionals and qualified remote workers.
How to apply for a Thai e-visa.
Many eligible applicants can apply for their visa online via the official portal of the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs:
- Choose the right e-visa for you.
- Create a user account.
- Fill in your details and select the appropriate visa category.
- Upload your passport, passport photo and the required documents.
- Pay the processing fee.
- Wait for your application to be processed.
- Download your electronic visa once it is confirmed.
We are happy to help you with your applications.
We help you find the right visa category for your stay.
Together we put together the documents you need.
On request, we accompany you to your appointment at the responsible Thai authority.
Visa and entry regulations can change at short notice. Please always check the current requirements of the Thai authorities before booking flights or applying for a visa.