Business Travel Requirements for a Thailand Visa for Australian Citizens

1. Mandatory Arrival Card

   All travellers to Thailand are required to apply for the mandatory Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days prior to arrival, including the day of arrival. The TDAC can be applied here free of charge.

   The following categories are not required to submit TDAC:

   • Travellers holding a Border Pass
   • Travellers transiting Thailand without leaving the transit area

2. Visa May Not Be Required

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

   • Hold a passport valid for the duration of the intended stay with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
   • Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

3. Visa Validity

   Visa is valid from the date of issue. Entry must be made within the validity date specified on the visa, and the date of exit can be after the expiry date of the visa.

   The validity of the issued visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.

4. Duration of Stay

   The maximum duration of stay is:

   • Single Entry - 90 days
   • Multiple Entry - 90 days per entry

   The duration of stay issued on the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.

5. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
   • Have two blank facing visa pages

6. Photograph(s)

   You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://visasdirect.com.au/photo-service to upload your photo.

    

   Alternatively, you may provide one colour, passport-type photograph that meets the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against an all-white background and printed on high-quality photo paper; be 45mm (h) by 35mm (w); 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 eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photo should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

7. Proof of Return Visa

   Evidence of a Return Visa for Australia. This must be a current and valid Australian resident return visa or a visa for re-entry to Australia e.g. Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), 457 long stay visa, student visa etc.

   • If this visa is a physical visa label in the current passport please provide a photocopy of the visa label with your application.
   • If this visa is not a physical visa label in the current passport, please provide a copy of the Australian Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) obtained from https://online.immi.gov.au/evo/firstParty?actionType=query.

   Please note: On occasion, an International Movement Record or evidence in other format(s) provided by the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection may be required.

   Please note: Non-residents of Australia and citizens of certain countries may be subject to longer issuing delays than that advertised.

8. Business Introduction Letter

   You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. Be certain your letter meets the specific requirements of the consulate by using our Digital Introduction Cover Letter. Visit https://visasdirect.com.au/bcl-order to get started.

   Alternatively, please use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://visasdirect.com.au/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.

   In addition to what is in the sample, your Business Introduction Letter must include:
   • Specify that a ‘Non-Immigrant "B" Visa" is required and stipulating the requested number of entries (either single or multiple)
   • List at least two entry dates to Thailand, otherwise a single entry visa will be issued.(for multiple entry visa applications)

9. Letter of Invitation

   A letter of invitation from the applicants host. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

   • Be addressed to the Royal Thai Consulate-General
   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name of the applicant
   • Specify the purpose of journey
   • Include the name, address and telephone number of the organisation(s) to be visited, as well as a contact person's name
   • Specify that a ‘Non-Immigrant Visa ‘B' single entry' visa is required
   • State the dates of the planned trip
   • State minimum TWO entry dates of the planned trip if apply for multiple entry
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
   • Be dated and signed by the applicants host

10. Photocopy of Certain Application Materials

    Photocopies of the following document(s) must be submitted:

    • One COLOR copy of the information page(s) of the applicants passport
    • VisasDirect can supply this requirement at a fee of $2.50 + GST per page if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay for successful visa issuance.

11. Company Registration

    You must include a copy of the Thailand company registration certificate(i.e. Company Registration Affidavit ) or Tax Registration Certificate.

12. Bank Statement

    This must be provided as one of the following documents:

    • A current dated Official Bank Statement on bank letterhead covering the last six (6) months, This must show a minimum of AUD $5,000.00 per person and showing the applicants full name
    • A current dated Official Credit Card Statement on bank/credit card company letterhead covering the last six (6) months. This must show the current balance and credit card limit of AUD $5,000.00, and showing the applicants full name

13. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight confirmation showing exact entry and exit dates and locations.

14. Proof of Residency

    Applicants must provide proof of residency in Australia. This can be provided in the form of a colour copy of the applicant's ID card (student card, driver's license) issued by Australian authorities.

15. Visa Application Form

    One fully completed and signed application form with an original signature (do not print double sided).

    While completing the visa application form, please keep in mind that non-immigrant (business or student) visa applicants must:

    • Sign above the "Attention to Tourist and Transit Visa Applicants" box, where there are signature and date fields; located under Question 19
    • "Proposed Address in Thailand"-must enter a proposed address, cannot be left blank
    • "(First Entry)" -must enter proposed dates, cannot be left blank

16. VisasDirect Order Confirmation

    Please provide the VisasDirect Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

17. Previously Visited a Yellow Fever Risk Area

    Applicants will also be required to present the Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival.