Tourist — Tourist Visa
Non-Thai nationals visiting Thailand exclusively for tourism.
- Stay
- Up to 60 days per visit
- Processing
- Minimum 7 working days after payment submission
Thailand Visa for Nepali Citizens
Up-to-date Thailand visa requirements, processing time, and embassy info for Nepali passport holders. Yatra handles the full application — document review, dummy ticket, and tracking.
At a glance — Thailand Tourist Visa
- Processing time
- Minimum 7 working days after payment submission
- Stay duration
- Up to 60 days per visit
- Visa validity
- Single entry: 3 months; Multiple entry: 6 months from issuance
- Entries
- Single or multiple
- Bank balance / financial proof
- Bank statement (last 6 months) showing at least THB 20,000 per person or THB 40,000 per family (≈ NPR 80,000 / NPR 160,000).
- Where to apply
- Submit through VFS Global (Thamel) or the e-Visa portal.
Visa categories available
Transit — Transit Visa
Travellers transiting through Thailand en route to a third country; required when airport transit exceeds 12 hours, or when baggage re-check / immigration is needed.
- Stay
- Up to 30 days
- Processing
- Typically 7+ working days
Business — Non-Immigrant Visa B / IB
Doing business, attending business meetings, or investing in Thailand.
- Stay
- Up to 90 days (single) / up to 1 year per entry (multiple, 1–3 year validity)
- Processing
- Typically 7+ working days
Student — Non-Immigrant Visa ED
Education, training, internships, and attending religious activities.
- Stay
- Not exceeding 90 days
- Processing
- Typically 7+ working days
media — Non-Immigrant Visa M
Media production or filming work in Thailand.
- Stay
- Not exceeding 90 days
- Processing
- Typically 7+ working days
Religious — Non-Immigrant Visa R
Religious or missionary work in Thailand.
- Stay
- Not exceeding 90 days
- Processing
- Typically 7+ working days
other — Non-Immigrant Visa O
Family members of Thai citizens, dependents of Non-Immigrant visa holders, volunteers, NGO staff, former Thai citizens, court appearances, or other special cases.
- Stay
- Up to 90 days (extendable based on purpose)
- Processing
- Typically 7+ working days
Retirement — Non-Immigrant Visa O-A (Long Stay)
Long-stay for applicants aged 50+ who wish to reside in Thailand without working.
- Stay
- Not exceeding 1 year per entry
- Processing
- Typically 7+ working days
Medical — Tourist Visa MT (Medical Treatment)
Travellers seeking medical treatment in Thailand.
- Stay
- Up to 60 days per visit
- Processing
- Typically 7+ working days
Diplomatic — Diplomatic Visa (Type D)
Diplomatic and consular duty in Thailand.
- Stay
- Not exceeding 90 days
- Processing
- Variable (courtesy processing)
Required documents — Thailand tourist visa
- Required
Passport
Valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date, plus a clear copy of the bio page.
- Required
Visa application form (3 copies)
Fully filled and signed.
- Required
Passport-sized photographs (3)
Recent, white background.
- Conditional
Proof of residence in Nepal
For non-Nepali passport holders only.
- Required
Bank statement (6 months)
Min THB 20,000 per person / THB 40,000 per family.
- Required
Confirmed accommodation booking
Hotel reservation in the applicant's name.
- Required
Travel itinerary
Detailed day-by-day plan within Thailand.
- Required
Confirmed airline ticket
Showing arrival and departure dates.
Thailand embassy in Nepal
- Mission
- Royal Thai Embassy — Kathmandu
- Address
- 167/4 Ward No. 3, Maharajgunj, Bansbari Road, P.O. Box 3333, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Phone
- +977 1 4371410, +977 1 4371411
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon–Fri, 08:30–12:30 & 13:30–16:30 (closed on public holidays). Visa submission window: 09:30–11:30.
- Application centre
- VFS Global Thailand — 3rd Floor, Chhaya Devi Complex, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu
- Online portal
- https://www.thaievisa.go.th/
Important notes
- Effective 1 January 2025, all applications must be submitted through the e-Visa platform.
- No in-person passport submission required — fully online.
- Submit at least 1 month before travel, but no earlier than 3 months before departure.
- Documents in non-English languages must be translated and legalised.
- Nepali official/diplomatic passport holders are visa-exempt for Thailand.
- Payment is non-refundable regardless of application outcome.
Machine-readable version: /visa/thailand/markdown
Frequently asked questions
Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Thailand visa — sourced from Thailand's embassy and Yatra's submission desk.
How long does a Thailand tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?
Minimum 7 working days after payment submission
What bank balance is required for a Thailand visa?
Bank statement (last 6 months) showing at least THB 20,000 per person or THB 40,000 per family (≈ NPR 80,000 / NPR 160,000).
How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Thailand on a tourist visa?
Up to 60 days per visit (Tourist Visa).
Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Thailand tourist visa?
Submit through VFS Global (Thamel) or the e-Visa portal.
What documents are required for a Thailand tourist visa from Nepal?
Required documents include: Passport; Visa application form (3 copies); Passport-sized photographs (3); Bank statement (6 months); Confirmed accommodation booking; Travel itinerary; Confirmed airline ticket.
Where is the Thailand embassy in Nepal?
Royal Thai Embassy — Kathmandu — 167/4 Ward No. 3, Maharajgunj, Bansbari Road, P.O. Box 3333, Kathmandu, Nepal. Phone: +977 1 4371410.
Can Nepali citizens apply for a Thailand business visa?
Yes — Non-Immigrant Visa B / IB. Doing business, attending business meetings, or investing in Thailand. Processing: Typically 7+ working days.
Is there an online portal to apply for a Thailand visa?
Yes — apply online at https://www.thaievisa.go.th/.
How is the Thailand visa fee paid?
Manager's Cheque from Global IME Bank (any Kathmandu Valley branch).
Can Yatra help with a Thailand visa application?
Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Thailand including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.
Sources & last updated
Last reviewed:
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/general-information?menu=611ccf7f83bccc5fac3c6982
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/tourist-visa-type-tr?menu=611cd040137ac60b0551efb2
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/transit-ts?menu=611cd001cdd955724c6ae5d5
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/non-immigrant-visa-type-b-ib?menu=611cd07a5fd752414608f872
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/non-immigrant-visa-type-ed?menu=611cd06483bccc5fac3c6983
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/non-immigrant-visa-type-m?menu=611cd0afff6a74189f730ed2
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/non-immigrant-visa-type-r?menu=611cd06ddf708d6376540122
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/non-immigrant-visa-type-o-2?menu=611cd0852855a220c035f292
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/non-immigrant-visa-type-o-a?menu=611cd09c5197823d387df5a3
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/tourist-visa-type-mt?menu=611cd05485525b3b22636092
- https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/diplomatic-d?menu=611cd0bdb798641f336c22c4
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