Yes. The extension limit (two extensions per year: 30 days plus 7 days) follows the calendar year from January 1 to December 31. After using both extensions, you must obtain a proper visa before re-entering Thailand.

Thailand’s official policy allows 2 visa exemption entries per calendar year (January 1 to December 31). However, immigration officers review your complete passport history when you arrive, not just the current calendar year. If you used 2 exemptions in 2025, officers may question your 2026 entry depending on your overall travel pattern. For certainty, apply for a tourist visa or ED visa rather than relying on visa exemptions if you have exemption history.

Yes. Immigration officers have authority to deny entry to anyone they believe is using visa exemptions inappropriately for long-term stays rather than genuine tourism. Enhanced enforcement measures announced in November 2025 give officers increased discretion to question travelers making multiple recent entries.

Each 60-day visa exemption entry can be extended twice. The first extension adds 30 days (1,900 THB), the second extension adds 7 days (1,900 THB), for a maximum of 97 days per entry (60 + 30 + 7). Since you can make 2 entries per calendar year, you can extend a total of 4 times per year (2 extensions for each of your 2 entries).

We assess your current visa status and calculate whether you have sufficient time to complete the ED visa process. If your timeline is tight, we recommend applying for a tourist visa first. GEOS staff accompanies students to Chaeng Watthana Immigration for their first appointment, maintaining our 100% approval rate.

Thailand allows 2 visa exemption entries per calendar year (January 1 to December 31). However, immigration officers may question travelers who have used exemptions in previous years, even if you haven’t reached the 2-entry limit for the current year. If you have exemption history, apply for a tourist visa or ED visa before attempting re-entry to eliminate uncertainty.

Overstay penalties start at 500 THB per day (capped at 20,000 THB). More seriously, overstay creates immigration violations on your record that can affect future visa applications and entry to Thailand. GEOS structures your timeline to avoid any overstay risk during ED visa processing.

Yes. If you have 30 days or less remaining, apply for a 30-day extension at Chaeng Watthana (1,900 THB). This gives you additional time to complete your ED visa process. You can extend twice: first for 30 days, second for only 7 days.

If you haven’t been to Thailand recently, enter on a visa exemption and contact GEOS immediately. If you’ve made multiple recent visa exemption entries, applying for a tourist visa first provides more comfortable processing time (60 days extendable to 90 days total).

Citizens of 93 countries and territories are entitled to a visa exemption allowing 60 days visa-free entry to Thailand (effective July 15, 2024). Eligible countries include the US, UK, Canada, Australia, all EU nations, Japan, China, India, Singapore, and many others. Note: South Korea receives 90 days under the bilateral agreement. Check Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for the complete list, as immigration policies are subject to change.

Yes. All travelers entering Thailand must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online at least 72 hours (3 days) before arrival at international airports or land border checkpoints. This electronic visa documentation replaced the paper arrival card on May 1, 2025. Immigration officers verify TDAC completion at passport control. Visit the official TDAC portal to complete your arrival card.

If you’re eligible to enter Thailand without a visa under the visa exemption policy, you don’t need an e-visa for tourist visits. However, if you’ve already used your 2 exemptions for the calendar year or need more than 60 days, apply for a tourist e-visa at a Royal Thai Embassy before traveling. E-visa gives you 60 days with a 30-day extension option.

No, both international airports and land border checkpoints grant the same 60-day visa exemption. However, if you’ve already used both your extensions for the calendar year, land border entries cannot be extended further. Air arrivals and land arrivals are counted the same toward your 2-entry annual limit under Thailand’s visa exemption policy.

You can enter visa-free multiple times, with 60 days per entry. With extensions, maximum continuous stay is approximately 157 days: 60 days plus 30-day extension, then another 60-day entry plus 7-day extension. After using both extensions in a calendar year, you cannot extend further until the next calendar year begins.

Yes. Immigration policies can change at Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Bureau’s discretion. The November 2025 enhanced enforcement measures were announced with immediate effect. Always verify current requirements with your local immigration office or Royal Thai Embassy before traveling.

No. Most of the 93 eligible countries receive 60 days visa-free, but some receive different periods. South Korea receives 90 days under bilateral agreement. A few neighboring countries have separate bilateral agreements with different stay periods. Check Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to confirm your specific country’s visa-free allowance.