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Do US citizens need a visa for Thailand?

No. US citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days. The stay can be extended by up to 30 days.

EntryNo visa needed
Maximum stay30 days
ExtensionYes, up to 30 days
Multiple entriesAllowed

30-day exemption (cut from 60 days, Sept 2026 reform)

TDAC registration required

Visa-exempt stay is 30 days (reduced from 60 on 15 Sep 2026). Land-border entries are generally limited to 2 per calendar year.

Official information: https://www.thaievisa.go.th/

Data last updated October 2026. Checked against official government immigration sources and reviewed on a rolling basis (sources). This is a planning reference, not legal or immigration advice. Entry rules change; confirm with official sources before you travel. VisaStay is independent and not affiliated with any government.

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Other destinations for United States passport holders

Indonesia · Vietnam · Malaysia · Philippines · Japan · South Korea · Singapore · United Arab Emirates · Turkey · Georgia · Portugal · Spain · Italy · France · United Kingdom · Mexico · Colombia · Brazil

Other passports visiting Thailand

United Kingdom · Canada · Australia · Germany · France · India · China · Japan · Brazil