Lesotho visa requirements for Thais

Travel and visa requirements

Lesotho Visa is not required for Thais

Stay Duration: 14 days

Entry Requirements

  • Lesotho is a landlocked country located in the African continent. It has the capital and largest city at Maseru.
  • Thailand citizens traveling to Lesotho are eligible to apply for a tourist visa online (e-visa) and stay up to 14 days.
  • The necessary documents needed for Thais before visiting Lesotho are a valid passport not less than 6 months from the time of arrival in Lesotho, a passport photograph not older than 6 months with 2 blank passport pages for visa stamps, a return/onward ticket, and hotel itinerary.
  • You can file for your visa extension incurring visa extension fee when applying for it and can be done at the Lesotho Immigration department.
  • Lesotho is well famous for its breathtaking scenery which includes snow-capped mountain ranges during the winter.
  • The two official languages spoken in Lesotho are English and Sesotho. Other minor languages include Phuthi, Sesotho, Xhosa, and Zulu.
  • The main religion practiced in Lesotho is Christianity. The other religions are Islam, Hinduism, and traditional African religions.
  • The Lesotho Loti is the name of the currency used in Lesotho.
  • There are no restrictions on both local and foreign currencies on entry and on exit.
  • Lesotho uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type M.
  • The climate in Lesotho is temperate, with hot summers and cold winters. The daily temperature reaches 30 °C (86 °F) in the summer and −7 °C (19.4 °F) in the winter.
  • Lesotho uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type M.
  • The required vaccines needed before visiting Lesotho are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Lesotho uses South Africa Southern Time all year with no Daylight Saving Time and it is 2 hours ahead of GMT.
  • Among the tourist centers in Lesotho are Afriski Mountain Resort, Kome Cafe, Thaba Bosiu Cultural Village, the Lion Rock Mountain.
  • The time difference between Thailand and Lesotho is 19 hours. Lesotho is ahead of Thailand.
  • The average flight duration from Thailand to Lesotho is 11 hours 19 minutes and the distance is 9,290 km.
  • Some of the operating airlines in Lesotho are MGC Airlines, Maluti Airservices, Maluti Sky, Lesotho Airways, and Ethiopia Airlines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I budget per day in Lesotho?

You should plan to spend around LSL922 ($61) per day on your vacation in Lesotho, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. It covers food, drinks, and transportation.

How can I apply for Lesotho tourist e-visa?
  • Fill out an online application form and make your payment through Paypal or credit card.
  • Receive your traveling documents through your e-mail. There is no need to visit the embassy.
  • Lastly, present your passport and the document you received via the e-mail on entering the destination.
When is the best time to visit Lesotho?

According to the weather of Lesotho, the best time to visit the country is between October and November and between March and April. Summer lasts from October to April and it is generally hot and humid.

How much is Lesotho tourist e-visa?

The cost of Lesotho tourist e-visa is USD 150.00 for a single entry. It takes a processing time of 7 days after applying online.