1. Fast.  CIBTvisas specialises in securing Thailand visas and can help you secure a Thailand visa.
2. Easy.  CIBTvisas is the easiest way to get a visa and can secure in as little as one day.  We process Thailand visas at the Thailand Embassy every day for residents of the UK.

Thailand Visa FAQs

When is the best time to apply for my Thailand visa?
The best time to apply for your Thailand visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

Do I have to send you my passport to get a Thailand visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Thailand visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.

Important Information

Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for an Thailand Visa for Swiss Citizens

1. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must: 

   • Have two blank facing visa pages
   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date

2. Photograph(s)

   You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
   • Be identical

3. Business Introduction Letter

   You must provide a Business Cover Letter from the applicant's Swiss employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a Swiss postal address. Use the sample Business Cover Letter provided here to complete your letter.
   
   All Business Cover Letters must be addressed to the Embassy or Consulate. The address of the diplomatic mission can be found here
   

4. Letter of Invitation

   A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:  

   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name of the applicant
   • Include the passport number of the applicant 
   • State the purpose of journey
   • Specify the requested number of entries and length of visa required

5. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

   • A copy of the flight confirmation showing flights in and out of the Switzerland
   • A copy of the hotel confirmation

6. Proof of Health Insurance

   Applicants must provide proof of health insurance showing a minimum medical coverage of USD 100,000 and stating the coverage of COVID-19. This must also be presented on arrival

7. Health Declaration

   Travellers must provide a Health Certificate on arrival issued 72 hours prior to the travel date and stating that they are not infected with COVID-19

8. Visa Application Form(s)

   One fully completed application form. This form must:

   • Be printed off and signed in the original
   • Be filled out in black or blue pen
     

9. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

   For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.

   
   For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.

   
   Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

10. Stays of more than 14 days

    Applicants staying longer than 14 days must additionally provide an approval letter (Form WP3) issued by the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare. In order to obtain this letter, the company in Thailand must submit the application at the Administration Department of Employment at the Office of Foreign Workers or at the Provincial Employment Office.

11. Previously Visited a Yellow Fever Risk Area

    Applicants who have visited a Yellow Fever risk area (parts of Central and South America and Africa) within the last three months must provide a copy of a valid yellow fever certificate.Applicants will also be required to present the Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival.

12. Multiple Entry Applicants

    Multiple entry applicants must provide the additional documentation:

    • A copy of the applicant's work contract
    • A copy of the Register of Commerce from the Swiss employer
    • A copy of the applicant's pay checks for the last six months
    • A copy of the Thai company profile
    • A copy of a map showing the location of the Thai company
    • A copy of Business Registration or Thai Business Licence, issued by the Department of Commercial Registration under the Ministry of Commerce
    • A copy of list of shareholders of the Thai company
    • A copy of the Thai balance sheet over the last year
    • A copy of Statement of Income Tax (Phor Ngor Dor 50 and Phor Ngor Dor 51) over the last year
    • A copy of Value Added Tax (Phor Por 30) over the last year
    • A copy of Value Added Tax Registration (Phor Por 20)

Important Information

Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for an Thailand Visa for Swiss Citizens

1. Visa Exempt

   Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:

   • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return flights
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Check the latest immunisation requirements at: http://www.safetravel.ch/
   • Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip

   
   Should the traveller not meet the above criteria, a visa will be required

2. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

   • Have two blank facing visa pages
   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date

3. Photograph(s)

   You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
   • Be identical

4. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

   • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
   • A copy of the hotel confirmation

5. Proof of Financial Means

   A copy of the applicant's last three bank statements showing a minimum of CHF 1,000 per month.

6. Proof of Health Insurance

   Applicants must provide proof of health insurance showing a minimum medical coverage of USD 100,000 and stating the coverage of COVID-19. This must also be presented on arrival

7. Health Declaration

   Travellers must provide a Health Certificate on arrival issued 72 hours prior to the travel date and stating that they are not infected with COVID-19

8. Visa Application Form(s)

   One fully completed application form. This form must:

   • Be printed off and signed in the original
   • Be filled out in black or blue pen
     

9. Visa Validity

   Maximum duration of stay is 60 days

10. Application Procedure

    Consular officers reserve the rights to request additional documents as deemed necessary

11. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.

    
    For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.

    
    Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

12. Previously Visited a Yellow Fever Risk Area

    Applicants who have visited a Yellow Fever risk area (parts of Central and South America and Africa) within the last three months must provide a copy of a valid yellow fever certificate.Applicants will also be required to present the Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival.

13. Multiple Entry Applicants

    Multiple entry applicants must provide a copy of their last six bank statements showing a minimum of CHF 7,000 per month.