Thai Visa Guide for Ireland Citizens
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Last updated: July 27, 2026
Visa-exempt entry
60 days visa-exempt
Extendable at immigration
Yes, +30 days
e-Visa eligible
Yes
Visa on arrival
No
Entry basics
Passport validity: at least 6 months beyond your date of entry into Thailand.
Proof of funds (spot-check): immigration may ask for cash equivalent to ฿20,000 per person on arrival. Enforcement is inconsistent but non-zero, especially for solo travellers on one-way tickets.
Common issues for Ireland passport holders
- Irish State Pension eligible for retirement Non-O once payment starts
- Post-Brexit UK-Ireland travel arrangements DO NOT extend to Thailand
- PPS number retention requires periodic Ireland visits
Recommended long-term visa options
For stays longer than the visa-exempt period, these visa types are commonly used by Ireland citizens in Pattaya:
DTV
Retirement (Non-O)
LTR
Embassy of Ireland Bangkok
12th Floor, 208 Wireless Road, Lumphini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330
Embassy contact details change occasionally — call ahead or book an appointment through the embassy website before visiting.