VISA IN THAILAND

Loven citizens entering Thailand for the purpose of tourism are exempt from the visa requirement for a maximum of 30 days.

A visa is required to enter and stay in Thailand for other purposes and to stay for the purpose of tourism for more than 30 days. Slovak citizens can apply for Thai visas before departure, e.g. at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Thailand in Vienna.

Citizens of the Slovak Republic can enter Thailand without a visa through the land border crossing only twice during the calendar year. It is only possible to extend the stated period of stay to a limited extent.

Information on applying for an extension of the permitted period of stay can be found on the website of the Thai Immigration Office.

Passport validity

When entering Thailand without a visa, the passport must be valid for at least 6 months before it expires. If a damaged or defaced passport is presented, the holder may be refused entry to the country.

It is not possible to enter Thailand on a replacement travel document, it is only used for departure from the country in case of lost or stolen passport.

Financial security

Entry to Thailand may also be subject to the condition of proving sufficient financial security for the stay, proof of accommodation and a return ticket, or departure from the country. Foreigners must prove funds in the amount of THB 20,000 when requested – or equivalent in other currency in cash or 40,000 THB/equivalent in case of traveling family.

Exceeding the permitted period of stay

In the case of exceeding the permitted period of stay in Thailand, the violator faces a monetary fine (THB 500, for each day of exceeding the permitted length of stay, max. THB 20,000), and the violator is exposed to the risk of detention and subsequent deportation.

The period of stay in the detention center is not limited in time. The detainee is obliged to secure a return ticket to the Slovak Republic at his own expense and to pay the imposed monetary fine. In the event of a serious violation of legal regulations regarding residence, a court decision may impose a penalty of banning entry to the territory of Thailand for a period of up to 10 years.

To a foreigner who voluntarily informs the Thai immigration office that he has exceeded the length of his authorized stay in Thailand:

for more than 90 days will be subject to a 1-year ban from entering the country, starting from the date of his departure from Thailand.
in more than a year, he will be banned from entering the country for 3 years, starting from the day he left Thailand.
for more than 3 years, he will be banned from entering the country for 5 years, starting from the date of his departure from Thailand.
for more than 5 years, he will be banned from entering the country for 10 years, starting from the day he left Thailand.

In the case that a foreigner was arrested or a criminal prosecution was initiated against him and at the time of arrest or initiation of criminal prosecution he was staying in the country illegally, i.e. j. has exceeded the permitted period of stay by less than or exactly one year, he will be subject to a 5-year ban on entry, starting from the date of his departure from Thailand.

If he was staying in the country illegally at the time of arrest or prosecution, i.e. j. has exceeded the permitted period of stay by more than a year, he will be subject to a 10-year ban on entry, starting from the date of his departure from Thailand.

Registration obligation

In Thailand, registration is required within 24 hours of entering the country. It is registered at the immigration office according to the place of residence or at the local police department. The owner of the accommodation facility fulfills this obligation for foreigners.

LONG TERM VISAS OPTIONS IN THAILAND

After you have a short-term visa and want to stay in Thailand longer or even want to live in the country, it is ideal to consider the options you have for a long-term Thai visa.

Long-term visas can be difficult to obtain as there are many available. However, understanding what they are can point you in the right direction. Then you can look for insurance for moving your belongings and furnishing a house or apartment in this beautiful country.

Educational visa

Thai education visas are granted to those who wish to study at university, attend seminars, do internships or receive training in Thailand. Generally, the holder must stay in the country for 90 days. In addition, the visa can be extended by one year from the first date of entry.

Since this is considered a non-immigrant ED visa, you must send the application to an out-of-country consulate or Thai embassy. Before you can do so, you should enroll in a government-recognised full-time training course. It must meet visa requirements and you must pay 50 percent of the total cost.

After registration, the institution must provide you with the necessary papers to submit the application. He can often send it directly to where you submit your application, and it usually takes four to five business days.

Under the ED visa, you must report your current address to the immigration office in Thailand every 90 days. It can be done by post, through a proxy (power of attorney) or in person at the office.

Business visa

If you are opening a company or applying for a job in Thailand, you need a business visa. It is best to get it before visiting the country. You can also extend it to a long-term visa through the local immigration office.

There are two different categories for foreigners:

Business

• Non-immigrant means you are running a business or starting a company. You have a 90-day visa (single entry) issued in your home country that allows you to stay in Thailand for 90 consecutive days.
• Then there’s the one-year nonimmigrant visa. This is given to those who do business in Thailand but frequently travel in and out of the country. Once your work permit is processed, it will be extended to a visa. However, you must obtain sponsorship from a company or entity in Thailand for these purposes.

Employment

If you plan to work in Thailand, you need an initial 90-day nonimmigrant visa (B) from your home country.
Your potential employer (in Thailand) must sponsor your visa application.
The application for a work permit is processed during these 90 days.
Once you have a valid work permit, you can apply for a one-year nonimmigrant visa extension and continue working for that company.
You usually have to report your address to the Thai immigration office every 90 days. Whenever you travel outside of Thailand, you must obtain a re-entry permit in order to return.

Follower Visa

The follower visa is a bit different from the others. This often involves the spouses or children of someone on a retirement visa or an expat working in Thailand. In a sense, you want to live there, and then your children or spouse will arrange for you after everything.

In general, children must be under the age of 20 to apply for a successor visa. However, there is no age limit for spouses. This usually only works great if you plan to live in Thailand for a long period of time (one year or more). Otherwise, spouses and children can often receive regular short visas for holidays and visits to your home.

Elite Visa

The Thai elite have just announced changes! Current Elite visas will be canceled and new visas will be offered in October!

The elite visa is granted to Thailand Privilege Card members and is a long-term option. It is categorized according to tourist visa or privileged entry visa which allows stay in the country along with specific benefits for five, 10 or 20 years. Overall, it depends on the package you choose and the membership fee you pay.

The Elite Visa is a five-year multiple-entry visa that is renewable and can be extended by one year per entry. If you have a membership for 10 to 20 years, this five-year visa is granted every five years.
Holders of such a visa can enjoy a continuous stay in the country. In a sense, they don’t have to leave every 90 days, as other types of visas require.
You are actually represented by Elite staff when it comes to reporting every 90 days as Thai immigration still requires it. Generally, holders get expedited passport processing and immigration formalities on arrival in Thailand, making it the best choice for many people.