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How to get a Thailand visa from Egypt

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Egyptian passport holders travelling to Thailand.

Visa types & fees

6 visa options for travelling to Thailand.

Business visa

Processing time5 - 10 working days
Validity90 days

Medical visa

Processing time5 - 10 working days
Validity90 days

Student visa

Processing time5 - 10 working days
ValidityMore than 90 days

Tourist visa

Processing time5 - 10 working days
Validity90 days

Transit visa

Processing time5 - 10 working days
Validity30 days

Work visa

Processing time5 - 10 working days
ValidityMore than 90 days

Application requirements

Documents Egyptian applicants need to provide.

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Correctly completed visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Applicant’s bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This proves the applicant’s means of sustenance.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • Foreigners applying for this visa have the intention of visiting Thailand for the purpose of leisure and tourism.
  • Applicants of this visa who have been invited to Thailand by their friends or relatives can apply for this visa.
  • If you are visiting someone in Thailand, a letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter must state the relationship between the applicant and the host and must be accompanied by the valid contact information of the host.
  • Foreign nationals in Thailand can attend festivals and events that are taking place in the country.
  • Applicants of this visa who are employed should provide a letter from their employer. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and must state the duration and the purpose of the applicant’s visit.
  • Holders of this visa are not permitted to work or study during their time in the country.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required. A notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.
  • Non-Egyptians should provide a copy of their residence permit.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.

Business visa

  • This visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of visiting Thailand to maintain business relationships with their partners.
  • Business travelers can engage in negotiation and signing of business contracts during their time in the country.
  • This visa allows foreigners to attend trade fairs, conferences, and business summits relating to their profession.
  • A letter from the inviting company in Thailand which is printed on the company’s letterhead should be provided. The letter should state the nature of the business to be carried out and the duration of the applicant’s visit.
  • The letter should state whether the host company or the inviting company will take responsibility for the applicant’s finances while in the country.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer in Egypt should be provided. The letter should state awareness and allowance of business leave.
  • If there have been any trade relations between the host company and the inviting company, proof of this is required.
  • Non-Egyptians should provide a copy of their residence permit.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.

Student visa

  • This visa is issued to foreign nationals who are traveling to Thailand to study and attend training sessions in the country.
  • Before initiating the visa application process, foreigners should confirm that they have been accepted in the institution of their choice.
  • A letter of acceptance from the school the applicant has been accepted to study should be provided. The letter must state the course the applicant is to study and the duration of the study programme.
  • Letter of approval from the Ministry of Education is also required.
  • If the applicant of this visa is under the age of 18 years, the applicant should provide the original copy of his/her birth certificate. A letter of consent signed by both parents of the minor is also required.
  • Foreigners are allowed to study for a period of time when school is in session and full-time when school is on break.
  • Applicants of this visa are required to provide certificate and transcripts they obtained from previously attended schools.
  • Police certificate verifying that the applicant has no criminal record is required.
  • Applicants can seek an extension of this visa to cover the period of the study programme.
  • Receipt that proves that the visa application fee has been paid is required.

Medical visa

  • This visa type is issued to foreigners who wish to enter Thailand for medical treatment at hospitals or medical facilities.
  • A letter of acceptance from the accepting medical institution in Thailand should be provided. The letter must state confirmation of being able to administer the treatment needed by the applicant.
  • A medical report from the applicant’s local doctor in Egypt is required. The letter must state the nature of the applicant’s illness and the reason the treatment is best gotten in Thailand.
  • Any other correspondence between the applicant’s doctor and the receiving doctor s required.
  • If the applicant is under the age of 18 years, the original copy of the applicant’s birth certificate should be provided.
  • Proof that the applicant is able to pay the medical costs and any other extra costs that may come up while in the country.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to study or work while they are in the country.
  • You are expected to leave the country as soon as this visa expires.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.

Work visa

  • This visa is issued to foreigners traveling to Thailand to take up a job they have been offered by a company in the country.
  • Foreigners who are visiting the country to undertake unskilled work to work as an expert or specialist can apply for this visa.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer in Thailand stating the terms of employment and the job position the applicant has been offered is required.
  • A letter of approval from the Ministry of Labour should be provided.
  • Applicants of this visa are required to possess a Work Permit issued by the Ministry of Labour.
  • Copies of Academic Certificates and Curriculum Vitae detailing work experiences of the applicant is required.
  • Police certificate verifying that the applicant has no criminal record is required.
  • Proof that there was no Thai willing and available to take up the job the applicant has been offered should be provided.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.

Transit visa

  • This visa is issued to foreigners who wish to travel in transit through to Thailand in order to proceed to the country of their destination.
  • Sportsmen and sportswomen with the intention of participating in sporting activities are eligible to apply for this visa.
  • Applicants coming to a port or station or part of a crew in Thailand can apply for this visa.
  • A letter of invitation stating the applicant’s participation in sports activities is required.
  • Visa and other entry permits of the destination country should be provided.
  • Flight ticket of the applicant’s destination country is required.
  • Minors should ensure they are in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate. A notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor is also required.
  • You are expected to leave the country on or before this visa expires.

Where to apply

Thailand embassy & visa application centers in Egypt.

Cairo

Address19, Abdallah El-Kateb Street, Dokki, Giza, Cairo, Egypt.
Phone+2 (02) 2735 8711, +2 (02) 2735 8446
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best time of the year to go to Thailand

The best time to travel to Thailand is during the cool and dry season between November and early April.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Thailand

High season is considered to be June and July. The cheapest month to fly to Thailand is November.

How much money do you need per day in Thailand

Living in Thailand per day costs $30-35 per day depending on how much alcohol you consume and how many days you spend on the islands, where costs are higher.

Do they speak English in Thailand

Most Thai people, especially the less well-educated, do not speak any English, although they may understand but will not speak due to shyness.

Is Thailand safe to travel

Thailand is generally a safe country to visit, but it is smart to exercise caution, especially when it comes to dealing with strangers.
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Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Thailand visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.