United Kingdom
Thailand
Thailand visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
Thailand admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 60 days.
- Maximum stay
- 60 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at london.thaiembassy.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Thai citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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Travel advice for Thailand
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
British citizens planning a trip to Thailand can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Thailand at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 6 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Thailand (updated 12 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Thailand (updated 26 October 2026).
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Thailand
British citizens may stay in Thailand for up to 60 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Thailand.
Thailand’s neighbours for British citizens
Malaysia admits British citizens visa-free.
Thai citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom requires Thai citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Thailand?
Thailand admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 60 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Thailand?
British citizens can stay in Thailand for up to 60 days.
Do Thai citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires Thai citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can British citizens enter Thailand visa-free?
Yes, British citizens can enter Thailand without a visa and stay for up to 60 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.