It’s no secret that Thailand is one of the world’s most popular tourists destination. It’s white sand beaches and palm trees are the first images that come to mind for many, but Thailand also boasts of tropical forests, mist-covered mountains, and compelling ancient monuments.Citizens of Kenya who wish to visit Thailand are required for a visa, either traveling by air or by land border. On this post, we are going to looks at some of the requirements Kenyans need to meet before traveling to this beautiful destination.
Thailand Visa Requirements for Kenyan Citizens
1. Kenyan Passport valid at least six months longer than the expiry date of the requested visa (Not photocopy )
2. Coloured passport sized photo 4 cm x 6 cm against a white background
3.Documents supporting the purpose and the conditions of the planned visit (e.g. letter of invitation, travel itinerary, round trip ticket, hotel reservation with payment guarantee etc.)
4.Proof of funds and accommodation ( (Ksh 64,000 Baht per person and Ksh 126,000 per family)
5. Completed visa application form
6. Student ID card if a student
7.Copy of biodata page of the passport
8. Letter from the hospital in Thailand, medical history, medical certificates (Category “MT”) – In case you are going to seek a medical treatment
For Minor Child:
1. A birth certificate (original and a copy /or a notarized copy)
2. A letter of consent from a parent who will not be traveling or from both of the parents if both are not traveling (original and a copy /or a notarized copy)
N/B – Consular officers reserve the rights to request additional documents as deemed necessary
Thailand Visa Options
Visa Type | Visa Options |
TOURIST “TR” |
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EDUCATION (Non-immigrant “ED” Visa) |
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BUSINESS (Non-immigrant “B” Visa) |
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MARRIAGE (Non-immigrant “O” Visa)
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RETIREMENT (Non-immigrant “O” or “OA” Visa)
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DEPENDENT/GUARDIAN “O”
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READ ALSO: Thailand Visa Application Fees For Kenyan Citizens and Application Process
Embassy Information:
For the information about requirements for other types of non-immigrant visa and for other purposes not listed above, kindly contact the Royal Thai embassy or consulate.
Thailand Embassy Kenya contacts
Rose Avenue, off Denis Pritt Rd
P.O. Box 58349
Nairobi
Kenya
Phone:
(254-20)-2715800
(254-20)-2714276
(254-20)-2715796
(254-20)-2715243
Fax:
(254-20)-2715801
(254-20)-2715802
EMAIL:
thainbi@thainbi.or.ke
Thailand embassy contacts
Local Office Numbers: | |
Bangkok: | 02-259-8100 |
Phuket: | 076-326-322 |
Chiang Mai: | 053-818-306 |
Pattaya: | 03-300-8830 |
International Numbers: | |
US: | 1-800-816-4802 |
UK: | 0207-101-9301 |
Australia: | 028-015-5273 |
Thailand: | +66 2259-8100 |