THAILAND VISA FOR ETHIOPIAN CITIZENS (VISA ON ARRIVAL)
Visa Requirements
Ethiopian citizens are eligible to apply for a visa on arrival in Thailand, provided they meet certain requirements. The applicant must have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from the date of entry into Thailand, and must have proof of onward or return travel tickets. Additionally, the applicant must have sufficient funds to cover their stay in Thailand.
The visa on arrival is valid for 15 days and can be extended once for an additional 7 days. It is important to note that the visa on arrival cannot be used for employment purposes or long-term stays in Thailand. For more information about the visa requirements, please visit Thailand eVisa.
Application Process
The application process for a visa on arrival is relatively straightforward. Upon arriving at the airport in Thailand, applicants should proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter and present their passport and other required documents such as proof of onward or return travel tickets and proof of sufficient funds. The applicant will then be asked to fill out an application form and pay the applicable fee.
Once all documents have been submitted and approved, the applicant will receive a stamp in their passport which serves as their visa on arrival. It is important to note that this stamp does not guarantee entry into Thailand; it only allows the holder to proceed through immigration control.
Fees
The fee for a visa on arrival is 2,000 Thai Baht (approximately $65 USD). This fee must be paid in cash upon submitting the application form at the airport.
It is important to note that this fee is non-refundable even if the application is denied or cancelled.
Validity
The visa on arrival is valid for 15 days from the date of entry into Thailand and can be extended once for an additional 7 days.
It is important to note that this type of visa cannot be used for employment purposes or long-term stays in Thailand.