Business for British citizens travelling to Thailand
GOV.UK says business, conferences, and meetings need a visa before travel — they are not covered by the tourist exemption.
For a full British citizen passport. Other British passport types can follow a different rule.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | Conference attendees, meetings, and business travellers. · Thai e-Visa official site (opens in a new tab) |
| Maximum stay | Set by the business visa granted. · Thai e-Visa official site (opens in a new tab) |
| Cost | Business visa fees are on the Thai e-Visa site (opens in a new tab) and Thai embassy fee schedules. · Thai e-Visa official site (opens in a new tab) |
| Processing time | Apply before travel on Thai e-Visa (opens in a new tab) or at the embassy; allow time before your conference or meeting. · Thai e-Visa official site (opens in a new tab) |
| How to apply | Thai e-Visa portal or embassy before travel. · Thai e-Visa official site (opens in a new tab) |
Each fact above is linked to the authority that sets the rule. Entry Visa Guide does not take applications.
Apply only on the government website linked above. This site does not issue visas or travel authorisations and does not take applications. Other websites charge their own service fee on top of any government charge.
How to apply
- Do not rely on the 30-day tourist exemption for business.
- Apply for the correct non-immigrant or tourist visa category.
- Complete TDAC if required alongside your visa.
FAQ
Can I attend a conference visa-free?
GOV.UK says conferences need a visa.
Is a multi-entry business visa available?
Check the Thai e-Visa categories.
Sources
- GOV.UK: Thailand entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs: visa exemption list, ordinary passports, 15 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- Thai Immigration Bureau: Thailand Digital Arrival Card (opens in a new tab)
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