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Do Mexican citizens need a visa for Thailand?

Mexican citizens need an e-Visa to enter Thailand — apply online before travelling.

e-Visa required

Mexican citizens have needed a visa for Thailand since 15 September 2026. Apply online for a Thai e-Visa before you travel.

Last verified: 2026-10-02 · Source: official government page

At a glance

Visa typeThai e-Visa (tourist visa)
Maximum stayUsually up to 60 days with a single-entry tourist visa
Processing timeVaries by embassy; apply well ahead
Application feeSet by the Thai embassy that handles your country (shown when you apply)
Passport validity requiredValid 6+ months
Where to applyOnline at thaievisa.go.th
Apply up toSeveral weeks before travel

How to apply, step by step

  1. Create an account on the official site thaievisa.go.th.
  2. Choose the tourist visa and the Thai embassy that handles your country.
  3. Upload your passport, a photo, flight and accommodation details and proof of funds.
  4. Pay the fee online and wait for the approval by email.
  5. Fill in the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before you arrive.
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Document checklist

  • Mexican passport (valid 6+ months)
  • Recent passport photo
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Accommodation booking
  • Proof of funds
  • e-Visa approval (printed or saved)
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Frequently asked questions

When did the visa requirement start?

On 15 September 2026, when Thailand's new visa-exemption list took effect. Travellers who entered before that date keep the stay they were given.

Is the e-Visa website official?

Yes: thaievisa.go.th is run by Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Avoid look-alike sites that charge extra fees.

What happens if I overstay?

Fines, possible re-entry bans, and complications for future applications.

About this page

Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of Thailand. Verified weekly against three independent sources.

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