Keith Crockford
‘Do I need a visa for Thailand from the UK?’ – it’s a good question if you’re thinking of visiting the Land of Smiles.
Thailand is consistently one of the most popular holiday destinations anywhere in the world, and for good reason – with a medley of dense rainforests, crystal-clear waters, stunning mountains, and delicious food, it’s no wonder why thousands make the trip every year.
But before you start imagining yourself as one of those people, let’s clarify whether you need a visa to visit Thailand from the UK.
Good news for UK travellers!
If you’re visiting as a tourist and entering via air or land, there’s you don’t need to get a visa for Thailand, as long as you’re not staying for more than 60 days.
Once you’re there, if you decide you want to stay for a bit longer (which is a distinct possibility in a place like Thailand!), you can extend your stay for another 30 days. You can only do this once and you have to go to a Thai immigration office to do it.
If you do end up overstaying your welcome in Thailand, you’ll be fined between 500 and 20,000 baht (over £450) every day. You could also be deported, held in detention, or permanently banned from the country.
Basically, just keep a note of the date you need to be gone by.
Or let us do that for you, when we take all the organisation off your hands for the trip of a lifetime to Thailand. Click HERE to find out more about The Best of Thailand.
Chances are you have your passport’s expiration date burned into your brain at all times if you’re a frequent traveller, but if you don’t… go and check NOW!
Like most countries, Thailand requires you have at least 6 months left on your passport from the date you enter, so if yours is soon to run out, get it renewed ASAP (we all know what the UK passport office is like…).
When you enter the country, make sure you get your passport stamped by the immigration desk too. It’s also a good idea to have handy info about the first hotel you’re staying at, details of onward or return flights, proof of sufficient funds, and evidence of travel health insurance. Some airports ask for this stuff, others don’t – best to be on the safe side.
As with all visa and passport related matters, make sure to keep updated and check the requirements of the country you’re entering before you travel – you can do that here.
When you travel to Thailand with The Bucket List Company, we’ll give you reminders of all the stuff you need to take with you – find out more about our trips to Thailand here.
As well as the usual no drugs or firearms (obviously!), you can only bring a maximum of 200 cigarettes, 250g of tobacco, and 1 litre of alcohol per person without declaring them.
You can also only take the equivalent of £15,800 – but you probably weren’t planning on doing that anyway, right?!
The answer to this question depends on the kind of experience you’re after – your activities, the places you eat, where you stay, and so on.
Thailand is a fairly budget-friendly destination, meaning you can enjoy it for as little or as much money as you’d like. But if you want to be sure you’re reeeeally squeezing the most value out of your time there, our Bucket List Company trip to Thailand is designed to do just that – click here to see it for yourself.
And if you want an in-depth breakdown of what everything costs in Thailand, check out this blog and start planning your budget.
As with any adventure abroad, you want to be 100% sure you’re seeing the right areas, staying in the best regions, and doing it all for a decent price. But choosing an operator who has all those things in mind isn’t always easy. That’s where we come in.
When you choose The Bucket List Company, you’re opting for an unforgettable adventure with a group of like-minded travellers, all under the care of our expert guides. You can pay for the trip in monthly instalments, so by the time it rolls around, it’s all already paid for.
So check that passport and start getting in the mood – click HERE to check out The Bucket List Company itinerary for our Best of Thailand trip.
If you don’t book it now… will you ever?
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