Thailand visa-free entry for citizens of Spain: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of Spain do not need a visa for a short stay in Thailand (up to 30 days).
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Mandatory arrival form: Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC). Within 3 days before arrival. Free: beware of websites that charge for it.
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Travellers from Spain do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in Thailand, but border control still asks for a file.
How long can citizens of Spain stay in Thailand?
30 days
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 30 days. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
What to show at the border of Thailand
Documents required for a visa for Thailand:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Digital photo (recent)
- Flight itinerary
- Proof of accommodation
- Bank statements (3 months)
- Visa fee payment
Other visa types for Thailand
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
- Non-Immigrant Business Visa (B)
- Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
- Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR)
- Smart Visa (talents & investors)
- Work Permit (paired with Non-Immigrant B)
- Non-Immigrant Education Visa (ED)
6 more visa types
- Family/Marriage Visa (Non-Immigrant O)
- Retirement Visa (Non-Immigrant O-A)
- Long-Stay Retirement Visa (Non-Immigrant O-X)
- Medical Treatment Visa (Non-Immigrant O)
- Diplomatic Visa
- Volunteer Visa (Non-Immigrant O)
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- To extend your stay, go to a local immigration office before your visa or exemption expires.
- Prepare all necessary documents (passport, photo, form, proof of funds, return ticket) to avoid delays.
- Use the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) to speed up your arrival process and simplify formalities.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Thailand from Spain?▾
No. Travellers from Spain can enter Thailand without a visa for a tourist stay (allowed duration: 30 days).
What other visa types exist for Thailand?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Thailand offers among others: Non-Immigrant Business Visa (B), Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR), Smart Visa (talents & investors), Work Permit (paired with Non-Immigrant B), Non-Immigrant Education Visa (ED).
Data verified on 25/10/2026 · Our methodology
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