Thailand Introduces e-Visa Services to Citizens of 16 Additional Countries, including the United States and Canada

In a strategic move to further cement its position as a premier destination in Southeast Asia, Thailand has extended its e-Visa services to 16 additional countries, surprisingly absent from the previous exclusive list.

Over the past few years, several Asian destinations have introduced a myriad of work permits, travel authorizations, e-visas, and digital nomad visas, all in an effort to attract a greater number of international travelers and bolster their economies.

Earlier this week, the Philippines announced actions to streamline its digital nomad visa process, aiming to stay a step ahead of its regional competitors.

Now, it’s Thailand’s turn, as the government has announced the expansion of its e-Visa services to citizens of 16 new countries, bringing the total to 39. 

This expanded service now covers a broader range of embassies and consulates across regions such as the Americas, Europe, Asia, Oceania, and Africa.

New Thailand’s Expanded e-Visa Service Locations

North America: 6 cities

Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Ottawa, Vancouver, and Washington D.C.

Europe: 20 cities

Athens, Berlin, Bern, Brussels, Bucharest, Budapest, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Helsinki, Lisbon, London, Madrid, Munich, Oslo, Paris, Prague, Rome, Stockholm, The Hague, and Vienna.

Latin America: 2 cities

Brasília and Santiago.

Asia: 19 cities

Astana, Beijing, Colombo, Dili, Guangzhou, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hong Kong, Kota Bharu, Kuala Lumpur, Kunming, Nanning, Penang, Phnom Penh, Qingdao, Seoul, Shanghai, Xi’an, and Xiamen.

Africa: 1 city

Pretoria.

Middle East: 6 cities

Ankara, Cairo, Doha, Jeddah, Manama, and Riyadh.

Oceania: 3 cities

Canberra, Sydney, and Wellington.

While e-Visas are intended to be applied for, online, the “expansion” to these cities serves three main purposes:

Visa Processing Coordination: embassies and consulates still play an important role in processing, reviewing, and approving visas behind the scenes, ensuring faster processing times.

Traveler Support: These diplomatic offices provide crucial support to travelers who might experience technical issues or difficulties with document verification during the process.

Global Trust: By involving embassies and consulates, the Thai government showcases its robust global diplomatic network, reinforcing confidence in its systems.

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