Thailand for citizens of Japan

🔑 How to enter to Thailand from Japan

To enter Thailand, Japanese citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Thailand, check whether your Japanese passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Thailand and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Japanese passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Japanese passport. You are allowed to stay in Thailand for 30 days.

✅ Requirements for Japanese citizens to visit Thailand with tourist visa

• Japanese citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Thailand. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Japanese citizens on the territory of Thailand is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Japan require a visa to visit the Thailand?

   Japanese citizens do not need a visa to visit the Thailand.

2. How long Japanese citizens are allowed to stay in Thailand without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Thailand for citizens of Japan for a visa-free stay is 30 days.

3. What happens if a Japanese passport holder stays in Thailand longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Thailand is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Thailand is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Japan need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Thailand without a visa?

   Thai immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Japanese citizens to enter Thailand without a visa?

   Japanese citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Thailand.

6. Can Japanese work or study during the visa-free stay in Thailand?

   The Thailand visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Thailand Japanese citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.