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Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for a Thailand Visa for Australian Citizens
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.
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.
Passport
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
- Be valid for six months beyond exit date
- Have two blank facing visa pages
Photograph(s)
One passport sized colour photograph. The photograph must:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (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).
Business Introduction Letter
You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Australia mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://cibtvisas.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)
Letter of Invitation - Multiple Entry Visa Applicants Only
A letter of invitation from the applicants host. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
- Be addressed to the Consulate
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant
- Specify the purpose of journey
- Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
- Specify that a ‘Non-Immigrant Visa ‘B’ multiple entry’ visa is required
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be dated and signed by the applicants host
Bank Statement - Multiple Entry Visa Applicants Only
- A current dated Official Bank Statement on bank letterhead covering the last six (6) months showing a minimum of AUD $950.00 per person and showing the applicants full name
or
- A current dated Official Credit Card Statement on bank/credit card company letterhead covering the last six (6) months, illustrating the current balance and credit card limit of AUD $950.00, and showing the applicants full name
Certificate of Company Registration - Multiple Entry Visa Applicants Only
You must include a copy of the Thailand company registration certificate
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.
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
- Sign "Part C: Declaration by Applicant" section on page #2
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
Previously Visited a Yellow Fever Risk Area
Applicants who have visited a Yellow Fever risk area (parts of Central and South America and Africa) within the last three months must provide a copy of a valid Yellow Fever Certificate.
Applicants will also be required to present the Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival.
Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for a Thailand Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa May Not Be Required
A visa is not required for stays of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
- Hold a passport valid a least six months on entry with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay
- Hold proof of onward/return flight
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Hold a Visa for the next destination, if required
- Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
For stays exceeding 30 days, a visa is required and must be obtained prior to arrival. Please refer to the CIBTvisas application pack for details.
Entering by land or sea: If the traveller enters Thailand overland/oversea at an immigration checkpoint which borders Thailand’s neighbouring countries i.e. Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia and Myanmar; they will be allowed to stay for a period not exceeding 15 days on each visit. They will be required to provide evidence of outbound travel and evidence of sufficient funds for their stay.
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.
Duration of Stay
The maximum duration of stay is:
- Single Entry - 60 days
- Multiple Entry - 60 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
Passport
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
- Have at least two blank visa pages
- Be valid for six months beyond exit date
Photograph(s)
Two identical passport sized colour photographs. The photographs must:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (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 photos 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).
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as:
- A copy of the flight itinerary showing onward/return travel and purpose of visit
- A copy of the hotel confirmation or proof of other accommodation
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form including document checklist on page 2. Do not print double sided.
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
Proof of Financial Means
Applicants applying for a Single Entry Tourist Visa must provide evidence of adequate funds in the form of a current official bank statement the meets the following:
- Issued within the last six (6) months
- Shows a minimum of AUD$800 per person or 20,000 Baht if the applicant holds a Thai bank account
- Shows the applicants full name
Applicants applying for a 6 Month Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) must provide evidence of adequate funds in the form of:
- A dated current Official Bank Statement, on Bank letterhead, issued covering the last six (6) months showing a minimum of AUD$8,000 per person or 200,000 Baht if the applicant holds a Thai bank account, and showing the applicants full name.
AND/OR
- A current date Official Credit Card Statement, on Bank/Credit Card company letterhead, issued covering the last six (6) months, illustrating the current balance and credit card limit of AUD $8000.00, and showing the applicants full name.
Previously Visited a Yellow Fever Risk Area
Applicants who have visited a Yellow Fever risk area (parts of Central and South America and Africa) within the last three months must provide a copy of a valid Yellow Fever Certificate.
Applicants will also be required to present the Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival.
