Thailand visa for Turkish citizens
Visa-freeNo. Turkish citizens holding an ordinary passport can travel to Thailand visa-free for tourism. Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
This page covers tourist travel with an ordinary Turkish passport.
Before you travel
Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
Length of stay
30 days
Good to know
Since 15 September 2026 the tourist visa exemption is 30 days. All travellers must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
How to apply
- Check that your passport meets the minimum validity required by your destination (the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises checking this even when visa-exempt).
- Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival. Official page: tdac.immigration.go.th
- Do not exceed the permitted stay: 30 days.
- Different rules apply to work, study or long stays; contact the country's mission.
General information — confirm current conditions and the document list with the official source. Source: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa requirements
Documents (general)
- Ordinary passport — must meet the minimum validity required by the country; a damaged passport can lead to refusal at the border.
- Mandatory pre-travel step: Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
- Check entry conditions (e.g. minimum passport validity) with official sources before travelling.
General information — confirm current conditions and the document list with the official source. Source: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa requirements
Official application / information page
Open the official Thailand visa page (tdac.immigration.go.th)
Frequently asked questions
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Thailand?
No. Turkish citizens holding an ordinary passport can travel to Thailand visa-free for tourism. Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
How long can I stay in Thailand?
30 days
Is there anything I must do before travelling?
Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival. Official application/information page: tdac.immigration.go.th
How long must my passport be valid?
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises at least one year of passport validity from the visa application date; even when visa-exempt, check the minimum validity your destination requires.
Official sources
- T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı – Türk Vatandaşlarının Tabi Olduğu Vize Uygulamaları
- Thai MFA Department of Consular Affairs – 30-day visa exemption list (15 Sep 2026)
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card (Immigration Bureau)
Last checked: 2026-11-05
Visa rules can change. Always confirm with the official source before you travel. Current fees and document lists are on the official site.
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