No Thai Visa Required – Citizens of Myanmar


I am a holder of Myanmar passport. I heard the news that citizens of our country will no longer require a visa to enter Thailand. When is the implementation of this new rule, and how many days can we stay in Thailand if we are traveling without a visa?

Citizens of Myanmar are now allowed visa-free visits to Thailand for up to 14 days if arriving by way of air travel into the country. The recent reciprocal agreement has been implemented last August 11, 2015 which also gives visa waiver privilege to Thai nationals who wish to travel to Myanmar for a maximum duration of 14 days.

At the moment, there are 23 airports across the Kingdom of Thailand where travelers may arrive via a commercial aircraft. The regulation, however, in all the land borders or immigration checkpoints remains the same as Burmese citizens are still required to obtain proper visas if entering Thailand by means of land travel from a neighboring country.

 

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274 Comments

  1. HAN TUN MOE
    November 30, 2023
    Reply

    I hold a Myanmar passport, but my passport is only valid for four and a half months. Can I go to Thailand in this way?

    • February 13, 2024

      Hello, Han Tun Moe.

      Unfortunately, you need a passport with a validity of 6 months or more for a Tourist Visa.

  2. Serena
    October 6, 2023
    Reply

    Hi. I’m concerned about my upcoming trip to Thailand from Australia on November 30, 2023, because my Myanmar passport is set to expire on December 31, 2023. Could this pose any issues when entering Thailand?

    • February 14, 2024

      Hello, Serena.

      You will need a passport with a validity of at least 6 months or more to be able to apply for a Tourist Visa to Thailand.

  3. zin
    October 31, 2022
    Reply

    I am from the uk and my husband is from Myanmar.I would like to stay in Bangkok for 45 days together with my husband.Can he apply tourism visa for 45 days to come to bangkok.

    • November 2, 2022

      Dear Zin,

      For UK national it is 45 days and Myanmar national is only 14 days. If the Myanmar national wishes to stay more than 14 days, he must apply for a Thai visa from the Thai Embassy or Consulate.
      Thank you.

  4. lee kai kong
    November 4, 2018
    Reply

    I am from singapore, intend to travel via cruise ship into thailand,
    We will be accompany by our domestic helper from myanmar.
    Do we need to apply visa for her in this case.?

    • November 13, 2018

      Singapore national can enter Thailand for 30days without a visa
      Myanmar national can enter Thailand for 14days without a visa

  5. Jason Lian
    July 10, 2018
    Reply

    Our Myanmar workers who worked in Malaysia and want to go travelling in Hatyai or Phuket for 3D2N via Airasia by themselves. Are they exemption for the visa with our Company accompany??

    • July 11, 2018

      Myanmar passport holder can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days via airport only.
      If she enters Thailand via land border, she has to apply for a tourist visa at the Thai embassy or consulate in Malaysia.

  6. MayThu
    June 26, 2018
    Reply

    Hello!I am a Myanmar Passport Holder.I have ald booked and will stay at BK city inn. We are not rich but I so interest Thailand Culture so My hub and me will stay about 3D 2N. Let me know about show money.After bookings,we have only 300USD in hand.Could we pass immagration?

    • June 27, 2018

      Myanmar passport holder can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days via AIRPORT.
      You can bring 10,000THB per person for show money.

  7. Tay za
    June 21, 2018
    Reply

    Hi ;I am myanmar passport holder.if I stay in bkk over 14 days how should I need to do ?

    • June 26, 2018

      Myanmar passport holder can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days via AIRPORT. If you wish to cross the land border, you need to apply for a Thai tourist visa at the Thai embassy in Myanmar.

  8. Connie Fong
    June 21, 2018
    Reply

    My family from Malaysia are planning for 1 week trip to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai by air from KLIA in the coming year end. My sister in law who is Malaysia PR and Myanmar passport holder need a visa?

    If her family from Myanmar wish to meet up with us at the border do they need to apply visa ?

    • June 26, 2018

      Malaysia passport holder, you can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 30days. For Myanmar passport holder, they can also enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days via AIRPORT only. If they wish to cross the land border, they need to apply for a tourist visa.

  9. AMon
    June 18, 2018
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    Hello Thai Embassy,

    I am Myanmar Passport Holder.

    I will visit to Thailand for about 10 days which would be visa free. Then, I will fly from Thai to Korea. When I came back from Korea to Thailand, I want to enter Thailand with 90 days visa. How should I apply 90 days visa in advance : via Online ? Thai Embassy in Korea ? at Arrival ? Please advise most convenient way for me. Huge Thanks.

    • June 26, 2018

      If you want to apply for a 90day visa, you need to contact directly the Thai consulate or embassy of your residence. If you will apply in Korea and you have a proper visa to stay in Korea then you can apply it there.

  10. Htun Aung Win
    June 17, 2018
    Reply

    This will be my first time travelling to Bangkok.How much show money amount do I need?Is Baht 10000 enough??

  11. Ag Win
    June 9, 2018
    Reply

    Is there any criteria in visa exemption for Myanmar passport holder?I’ll travel by air.Do I need to show money?

    • June 13, 2018

      Myanmar passport holder can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days only via International Airports only.
      For Show money, you can bring 10,000THB per person or 20,000THB per family.
      Bring also your return ticket and hotel accommodation.

  12. Grace
    June 7, 2018
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    Hello Thai Embassy
    I’m Myanmar passport holder.
    I’m planning to visit Thailand,Cambodia and Laos for 12days. I’m going to Cambodia for 2days from Bangkok by border passing and then i’ll come back by flight to Bangkok. Then i’m going to visit around thailand for 4days and then i’m going to Laos by train from Bangkok. I’ll come back by flight from Laos to Bangkok. I’ll stay at bangkok for one night and i’ll come back to my country next day. I would like to know about do i need any visa for this process.
    Please Let me know
    Thank you

    • June 8, 2018

      If you are holding a Myanmar passport, you need to apply for a Thai Tourist visa if you will cross the land border. You will get 90days entry. As soon as you enter Thailand, you need to apply for a re-entry permit so that you can go in and out of Thailand within 90days period. if you dont have a re-entry you will need to apply for a visa at the Thai embassy before entering the land border.

  13. Ag
    June 6, 2018
    Reply

    Hi.My passport is just 2 months old.I have a plan to go Bangkok in this August.Is my passpory eligible for travelling?

    • June 8, 2018

      Myanmar passport holder can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days via airport only. If by land border, you need to secure a Thai tourist visa.
      If your passport is expiring in 2 months, that will still work as long as your stay will cover the validity of your passport.

  14. June 2, 2018
    Reply

    Hello Thaiembassy
    I would like to know one question. Can I fly to transit from Yangon to Bangkok then to Singapore. Please let me know. Thank you!!!

    • June 4, 2018

      Myanmar national transiting via Bangkok airport does not need a visa. If you wish to stay in the international area ( without passing through immigration), you dont need to obtain visa. If you wish to get out of the airport, Myanmar passport holder can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days via airport only.

  15. win man ow
    June 1, 2018
    Reply

    I am holding Myanmar passport and will travel to Hatyai from Malaysia by car.
    do I need visa to enter Hatyai

    I have apply visa to Malaysia
    thank you

    • June 4, 2018

      For Myanmar passport holder, you can enter Thailand under visa on arrival for 14days via air. If you wish to cross the border via land, you must obtain a tourist visa.

  16. Vivienna Ong
    May 19, 2018
    Reply

    I am a Myanmar with Singapore work permit. I am travelling to Hat tai by air,do I need Visa?
    Thank you

    • June 1, 2018

      For Myanmar passport holder, you can enter Thailand for 14days via air. Bring your passport and return/outgoing ticket.

  17. Myo Zaw Oo
    May 2, 2018
    Reply

    Hello,

    I’m from Myanmar. Can I enter to Thailand from Phnom Penh by bus?

    • June 1, 2018

      For Myanmar national, you can enter Thailand for 14days via air. If you want to enter by land border, you need to secure a Thai tourist visa before entering.

  18. Johan
    April 17, 2018
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    I wonder if anyone happens to know about traveling to Thailand by bus via China for Myanmar passport holder. I am a Myanmar passport holder and planning to attend a friend’s wedding in Khon Kaen next month. So, my question is do I need to apply for a visa at Thai Embassy in Kunming, China, if I go to Thailand by a vehicle? Many thanks in advance!

    • June 4, 2018

      For Myanmar national you can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days via AIR. If you will cross the land border by bus, you need a Thai tourist visa. You need to apply the tourist visa at the Thai embassy in China before entering the Thailand border.

  19. Chia Song Guan
    March 20, 2018
    Reply

    We are from Singapore…My family will travel to Thailand Bangkok and Khao Yai…. And we will bring along our Myanmar helper…. Is the Myanmar helper (Singapore work permit holder )need visa travel to Thailand???

    • June 4, 2018

      For Myanmar national, they can enter Thailand under visa exemption for 14days via AIR only. If you will cross the land border, she must apply for a Thai tourist visa before entering the land border of Thailand.

  20. Mohammed naseeruddin
    March 11, 2018
    Reply

    Hi I m from Indian nationality but working in Saudi Arabia last 3 years and I m.planning to visit Thailand for 12 days vacation. Could you advise what document I need to bring with me for on arrival visa..

  21. Thi Han
    December 8, 2016
    Reply

    Hi,

    I’m Myanmar passport holder. I would like to visit to Thailand from Dubai. Is there any required visa if I travel from Dubai to Thailand without a visa and I will stay about more than a week about 12 days? May I know? Please.

    • December 13, 2016

      If you are arriving at Bangkok airport, you will be given free visa and you can stay up to 14 days.

  22. Okka Kyi Winn
    December 3, 2016
    Reply

    Hello.

    I want to visit Maesot from passing Myanmar borderline in 31 December 2016. I am Myanmar passport holder. Do I need visa? If need, may I request my Visa from online?

    Thanks.

    • December 13, 2016

      You need to contact the Thai embassy in Yangon regarding this matter.

  23. Min Linsez
    December 2, 2016
    Reply

    I’m a Myanmar citizen. I’m working at Malaysia. Can I apply a tourist visa at Kuala Lumpur Royal Thai embassy? And what document needed and how long will it take before I can get the visa?

    • December 13, 2016

      If you have a proper employment pass in Malaysia, you can obtain a tourist visa from the Thai embassy in Kuala Lumpur. If you do not have an employment pass, you must apply for the Thai visa in Yangon.

  24. Kerung Rhom
    December 2, 2016
    Reply

    I’m a Myanmar Citizen but I want to stay for a long time at Thailand. Thus, I want to get Thailand Visa to stay longer in the kingdom. If I will apply for a Thai Visa, what are the requirements needed? Please, reply sir.

    • December 13, 2016

      If you wish to stay long term in Thailand, please apply for a proper Thai visa from the Thai embassy in Yangon. You may contact the Thai embassy directly for more information.

  25. Dave
    December 1, 2016
    Reply

    Hello,

    I am Malaysian, my wife is Myanmar passport holder and stay in Malaysia with a valid visa. My question is if my wife is allowed to enter Thailand by airway without a visa. Can she use the land border when she be back to Malaysia?

    • December 13, 2016

      Yes, she can arrive by air and she will be given 14 days free visa at the airport. She can exit Thailand by air or by land.

  26. Pyae Sone
    December 1, 2016
    Reply

    I am a Myanmar passport holder. I heard the news that Myanmar citizens are allowed to enter for 14 days via international airports. I have plan to visit thai on next week. I will come with lion thai air line and arrive Don Mueang International airport. In this case, it is valid for visa free.

    Moreover, I heard that some amount of money have to show to get entry stamp at immigration. How much of dollars or bath do I have to show?
    Thank you.

    • December 13, 2016

      Yes, you will be given 14 days free visa at Don Mueang Airport. You need a return ticket and proof of funds such as 300 USD cash.

  27. Sawtom
    November 17, 2016
    Reply

    Hello,

    I am a Myanmar passport holder. Now I work in Malaysia. I want visit to Thailand. Do I need to apply Thailand visa?

    • November 22, 2016

      Myanmar passport holders are entitled to enter Thailand without a visa for 14 days if they arrive through an international airport. Otherwise, you will need to apply for a tourist visa beforehand.​

  28. Zayar
    November 11, 2016
    Reply

    I have a plan to study in Thailand for a master degree course. What kinds of passport may I need to apply for the education visa for Myanmar citizens?

    • November 15, 2016

      A regular Myanmar passport can be used to apply for a visa to study in Thailand.

  29. Louise bielars
    November 10, 2016
    Reply

    Hello. I am visiting Myanmar with a 28 tourist visa. I have Netherland nationality and now would like to visit Thailand for 1 week before returning to Yangon. Do I need an additional Thailand visa? If yes, can I get this at the border? How much would it cost?

    Kind regards,
    Louise

    • November 15, 2016

      You definitely do not need a visa. You can stay as a tourist for a maximum of 30 days based on your passport.​ You must show proof at the border that you will exit Thailand within the 30-day period, have accommodation for your entire trip, and, if requested, provide evidence of funds.

  30. MoMo
    November 10, 2016
    Reply

    I’m Myanmar citizen. I would like to visit Phuket by air from Myanmar to Thailand. The next day again from Don Mueang Airport to HKT. Do I need to apply visa?

    • November 15, 2016

      Based on the airport where you will arrive, you do not need to apply for a visa. You can stay in Thailand for a maximum of 14 days without a visa as long as you enter through an international airport.

  31. Maan
    November 8, 2016
    Reply

    If I get Myanmar visa for visit do I need another visa to visit Thailand?

    • November 8, 2016

      Depending on your passport, you may need to apply for a visa before traveling to Thailand. Your entry into Thailand is not affected by any visa that you obtain for other countries.​

      Should you need information about applying for a visa, kindly get in touch with the Thai embassy or consulate near your residence.

  32. TNge
    November 1, 2016
    Reply

    I am a Myanmar passport holder. I will go to Thailand by air. I would like to travel to Cambodia via Thailand by land border crossing, but will come back to Thailand, and coming back to Myanmar by air.

    Do I need to apply re-entry visa to come to Thailand? If yes, can I apply at Thailand and Cambodia border?

    • November 2, 2016

      If you will enter Thailand with the 14-day visa free entry stamp upon arriving through an international airport, you can apply for a re-entry permit at an immigration office as long as your next trip to Thailand is still within the 14-day period.

    • TNge
      November 9, 2016

      Thanks for the quick reply.

      May I ask another question? If I would like to go to Cambodia and coming back by air, do I still need to apply re-entry permit?

    • November 15, 2016

      If you will arrive through an international airport on your flight from Cambodia to Thailand, you do not need to apply for a re-entry permit.

  33. Khin
    October 19, 2016
    Reply

    Hello,

    I am Myanmar citizen who is working in Singapore. I’d like to come and visit Thailand in April next year. I’d ask you if I need visa to enter Thailand from Singapore.

    • October 26, 2016

      Applying for a visa depends on how long you plan to stay in Thailand. Myanmar passport holders can enter Thailand without a visa for a maximum of 14 days if they arrive through an international airport. Otherwise, you will need to apply for a tourist visa from the Thai embassy or consulate before traveling to Thailand.

  34. La Pyae
    October 7, 2016
    Reply

    Hi, I am Myanmar citizen. I would like to know that temporary passport is made or is not made at the Myawaddy-Mae Sot border bridge for visiting to Bangkok. And then a person who holds Myanmar passport without visa can visit to Bangkok? Please give me some advices. Thank you so much.

    • October 11, 2016

      Kindly get in touch with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Myanmar or the Myanmar Embassy in Bangkok for information regarding applying for a temporary passport.

      Myanmar Embassy, Bangkok
      Telephone: +66 022 337 250, 022 344 698, 022 344 789, 022 377 744,022 337 250
      E-mail: [email protected]
      Address: 132, SathornNua Road, Bangkok 10500,Bangkok, Kingdom of Thailand

      ​Myanmar passport holders ​can enter Thailand without a visa for a maximum of 14 days as long as they enter through an international airport.

  35. naw koe
    October 7, 2016
    Reply

    Hi, I am Myanmar passport holder. I will travel to Thailand tomorrow and will stay in Thailand more than 14days (will be staying 18 days). Can I apply visa on arrival when I arrive Chiang Mai international airport? I just got my spass yesterday and not enough time to go down to Thai embassy to apply before travel.

    • October 11, 2016

      Based on your passport, you are not eligible to apply for a visa on arrival. You will need to apply for a visa before traveling. Otherwise, you must exit Thailand before the 14-day entry stamp expires.