Non-RS
Thailand research visa (Non-RS): for academics and researchers
Verified against official sources on 1 September 2026.
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Thailand Research Visa (Non-RS) — key takeaways at a glance
- Validity
- 90 days to 1 year
- Stay per entry
- 90 days per entry, extendable
- Government fee
- 2,000 THB single entry · extension 1,900 THB
- Financial requirement
- Set by the mission
- Where to apply
- At a Royal Thai Embassy with research approval from a Thai institution
- Processing time
- Varies by mission
Who it is for: Academics, researchers and scientists conducting research in Thailand with approval from a Thai institution or government agency.
Who the Thailand Research Visa (Non-RS) is designed for
A good fit
- You are conducting academic or scientific research in Thailand
- You have approval from a Thai university, research institute or government agency
- Your research has been approved by the relevant Thai authorities
Not for you if
- You are doing market research or business research — Non-B may be more appropriate
- You do not have a Thai institutional sponsor
Baseline requirements
Research approval from a Thai institution
Letter of invitation from the Thai host institution
Research proposal or project description
Passport valid at least 6 months
Costs and fees
| Non-RS visa fee | 2,000 THB | Government fee |
| Extension of stay | 1,900 THB | Government fee |
Government fees differ by country of application and change often. Verify with the mission you are applying at before you pay.
Documents: yours and ours
- National ID passport (copy or scan)
- Passport valid for at least 1 year
- Statement of available balance for the last 3 months, in English
- Digital photo: portrait orientation, light background
- The official consulate application form in English, error-free
- Flight and hotel bookings
- Certified translations of your documents
- Guarantee and sponsorship letters
The final list of documents is set by the specific mission you file at.
How we work together
You fill in a short questionnaire and hand over the basics of your case.
We assess the risk — past stamps, refusals, overstays — build the filing strategy and fix the final price with no hidden charges.
You collect the documents from our checklist — bank statement, certificates, photo, bookings.
We audit the documents: statement format, translations, dates, wording. You get corrections back.
You complete the e-Visa form under our supervision and pay the consular fee.
We run the process, track the status and help you answer any follow-up request from the consulate.
You enter Thailand.
We check the issued visa for consulate errors and give you border-crossing instructions.
Where the time goes
We pick the consulate with the lightest current load for your situation.
Frequently asked questions
Can I collect data in the field?
Yes, but your research approval must cover fieldwork. Some areas and topics require additional permits from specific Thai government agencies.
Do I need ethics approval?
If your research involves human subjects, yes. Thai institutions have their own ethics review processes.
Sources
- Non-Immigrant Visa "B" (business and working) — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand · checked 27 August 2026
This page is informational and reflects the rules as verified on the date above. Thai visa rules change without notice and the final decision always rests with the Thai authorities. Nothing here is legal or tax advice.