Do you need a visa, and which route
Ordinary Thai passports are visa-exempt for tourism or short business visits up to 30 days (at the time of writing); work, study or longer stays need the relevant visa or permit.
Ordinary Thai passports are visa-exempt for tourism or short business visits up to 30 days (at the time of writing); work, study or longer stays need the relevant visa or permit — confirm current rules at https://evisa.gov.vn/

Ordinary Thai passports are visa-exempt for tourism or short business visits up to 30 days (at the time of writing); work, study or longer stays need the relevant visa or permit — confirm current rules at https://evisa.gov.vn/
This guide summarises the route to Vietnam for Thai passport holders: Ordinary Thai passports are visa-exempt for tourism or short business visits up to 30 days (at the time of writing); work, study or longer stays need the relevant visa or permit. The deciding authority is the Vietnam Immigration Department. We help review documents, prepare translations and sequence the filing; the decision belongs to the destination authority.
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Ordinary Thai passports are visa-exempt for tourism or short business visits up to 30 days (at the time of writing); work, study or longer stays need the relevant visa or permit.
Vietnam Immigration Department.
• Visa exemption is not automatic admission — officers may ask for onward tickets, accommodation and funds • Passports should normally have at least 6 months' validity from entry • Longer stays need an e-Visa from the official evisa.gov.vn site only
• Passport • Onward/return ticket • Accommodation and funds evidence • For work or long stays: category documents, with English translations of Thai papers
Government/embassy fees follow the official notice on the filing date. Our service charge is given as a written quote after scope review. Check Vietnam authority notices before travel, as exemption periods and arrival forms can change.
https://evisa.gov.vn/
We are both the filing team and your advisers. We map the document route and confirm the realistic steps for your case before any work starts.
Requirements differ by country and sometimes by application centre.
Handled by: Applicant + our team · Typical time: Same day
Recently issued copies avoid validity questions.
Handled by: Applicant / our team · Typical time: 1–5 business days
Translation into English or the destination language, with notarisation and legalisation where required.
Handled by: Our team · Typical time: 3–10 business days
The file is checked for internal consistency between dates, funds and stated purpose.
Handled by: Our team · Typical time: 1–3 business days
Biometrics and interview appointments are booked through the official centre.
Handled by: Applicant · Typical time: Depends on appointment availability
Overall timeframe: Document preparation typically 1–3 weeks; consular decision times vary widely, from a few days to several weeks depending on the country and season.
Passport with adequate validity and blank pages
Most consulates require at least six months beyond the intended stay
Civil-registry documents
House registration, ID card, marriage or birth certificates, translated into English
Financial evidence
Bank statements and letters covering the period the consulate specifies
Employment or study proof
Employer letter with leave approval, or school confirmation
Sponsorship or invitation documents
Invitation letter, sponsor's status and financial documents where applicable
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