Thailand Visa Requirements for Iranian Citizens (2026)
Yes — but the whole process is online: Iranian passport holders apply for a Thailand e-Visa. Maximum stay: 60 days. Cost: US$40. Every number on this page carries the date we last verified it.
Required documents
- Residence permit for another country — this lets you apply at the Thai embassy in the country where you hold it.
- Embassy in other countries if you have resident permit for that country.
Fees & processing
| Visa fee | US$40 — * Must pay at Embassy in Tehran only (40 USD). |
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From official-portal extracts (captured ):
- •The visa fee is 40 USD and must be paid at the Royal Thai Embassy in Tehran.
How to apply
- Apply for the e-Visa online through Thailand's official portal at https://thaievisa.go.th/.
- Pay the 40 USD visa fee in person at the Royal Thai Embassy in Tehran.
- If the embassy or consulate asks for extra documents, check the mission website at https://thaiembassy.mfa.go.th/ before reapplying. [12]
Before you fly
- •Most foreign citizens need a visa from a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General before travelling unless their nationality qualifies for visa exemption. [14]
- •Nationals of certain countries may apply for a visa on arrival, which allows a stay of no more than 15 days. [14]
- •If you arrive from or pass through a country declared a Yellow Fever infected area, you must carry an International Health Certificate showing yellow fever vaccination. [14]
Full Thailand entry guide — customs, health, long stays — on the destination page.
Conditions & fine print
- •Can apply at Thai Embassy in other countries if you have resident permit for that country.
Watch out for
Must pay at Embassy in Tehran only (40 USD).
The embassy or consulate may require documents beyond those listed, so confirm the current list on the mission website before you apply. [12]
Recent changes
- · upcomingWikipedia tags this page as possibly outdated: Thailand has tightened its visa rules in May 2026
- · confirmedAccording to government plans as of April 2024, the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system is expected to launch in a pilot phase by December 2024, with full deployment anticipated by June 2025.
- · confirmedVisa-free stay halved from 60 to 30 days for ~60 nationalities/regions (press report; Wikipedia table updated accordingly).
Frequently asked
How long can Iranian citizens stay in Thailand?
Up to 60 days.
How much does it cost?
US$40 — * Must pay at Embassy in Tehran only (40 USD)..
What documents are required?
Residence permit for another country — this lets you apply at the Thai embassy in the country where you hold it..
Where do I apply?
Only on the official government portal: https://thaievisa.go.th/
Do I need a tourist visa if my travel document is from another country?
Yes, a tourist visa may be required when your nationality differs from the country or territory that issued your travel document.
Can I get a visa on arrival instead?
Nationals of certain countries may apply for a visa on arrival, which allows a stay of no more than 15 days.
Sources & last verified
Primary source: official government portal — thaievisa.go.th (cross-checked ).
Fact data cross-checked against English Wikipedia “Visa requirements for Iranian citizens” and “Visa policy of Thailand”, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 — attribution, not copied text.
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Last verified: . Entries, fees and rules change — confirm on the official portal before you travel.
This is general travel information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change and enforcement varies at the border — always confirm on the official portal before you travel.