Quick Facts
Requirement
Visa on Arrival
VOA Fee
NGN 92,000
(~$57)
E-Visa
Available online
Thailand visa on arrival is available for Nigerians — pay 2000 THB (~$57/~₦92,000) at the airport. Popular destination for Nigerian travelers and the digital nomad community.
Key Warnings
- Bring 2 passport photos (required for VOA form) and 2000 THB cash — some counters don't accept cards reliably.
- Thailand has strict drug laws — possession of any drugs including marijuana (even in amounts) carries severe penalties.
- Verify current VOA policy before travel — Thailand periodically updates its VOA list. Check thaievisa.go.th.
Insider Tips
- Bangkok (BKK Suvarnabhumi) is the main entry point. Phuket and Chiang Mai airports also offer VOA.
- Thailand e-visa (available online) is an alternative to VOA — apply before travel to avoid airport queues.
- High season (December–March) has longer VOA queues — consider arriving off-peak or applying for e-visa in advance.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Land at Thai airport
Follow signs to Immigration. Do NOT join passport control yet.
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Find Visa on Arrival counter
'Visa on Arrival' counters are before passport control. At BKK Suvarnabhumi they are on the right side after arriving.
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Fill VOA form
Complete the TM78 VOA application form. Take a queue number.
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Submit documents
Hand over passport, completed form, return ticket, hotel booking, 2 passport photos, and 2000 THB cash.
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Receive visa stamp
Processing takes 20-30 minutes. Receive entry stamp valid 30 days.
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Proceed to passport control
Join regular immigration queue with visa stamp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need passport photos for Thailand visa on arrival?
Yes. Thailand VOA requires 2 passport photos (4×6cm or 4×5cm) submitted with your application form. Bring photos from Nigeria — there are photo booths at major airports but queues can be long.
Can I pay Thailand VOA fee by card?
2000 THB is the VOA fee. While some counters accept cards, cash (THB or USD) is strongly recommended to avoid payment issues. Bring THB if possible — exchange at the airport is available after customs.
Should I get Thailand e-visa online or use visa on arrival?
Both are valid options. VOA (paid at airport) costs 2000 THB (~₦92,000) and avoids pre-travel paperwork. Thailand e-visa (applied online before travel at thaievisa.go.th) costs similar but skips the airport VOA queue. For peak season travel, e-visa is faster overall.