What is the required passport validity for entry into Thailand?

For entry into Thailand under the visa-free regime, the passport must be valid for the entire duration of stay in the country. Previously, there was a rule that the passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the end of the trip, but since 2011, this requirement has been abolished.

In the official interstate agreement on visa-free entry of Russians into Thailand, there is no clause on passport validity, so it is accepted as valid for the duration of the trip. The Thai Consulate even published an official response on this matter, confirming that the passport can be valid only until the end of the trip.

However, it is recommended not to take risks with this issue, as you may be denied boarding the flight at the departure airport. Airlines always interpret any doubts in their favor and, at the slightest pretext, try to deny check-in and boarding.

If you have a passport with an expiring validity, it is better to apply for a new passport in advance. You can check in for the flight at the airport using the old passport, but go through control with the new one, provided that the old passport is valid for the outbound and return flights.

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