🇳🇵 Nepal
Thai visas & work permits for Nepali citizens
Nepali citizens normally need a visa before travelling to Thailand, applied for through the Thai e-Visa portal. Students use the education visa, religious workers and volunteers the volunteer route, and employees a Non-B with a work permit. Nepal is not an Apostille Convention party.
Written by the Thai Legal & Immigration legal team · Last reviewed · Editorial policy
Can Nepali citizens enter Thailand without a visa?
Visa normally required
As of our last check this passport is not on the 30-day tourism exemption list that took effect on 15 September 2026, so a visa (usually via the Thai e-Visa portal) is needed before travel. Always confirm on the official e-Visa portal before booking.
Which Thai visa is best for Nepali citizens?
- Education Visa (Non-ED)
For students at Thai universities.
- Volunteer Visa (Non-O) & Volunteer Work Permit
For religious and volunteer work.
- Tourist Visa (TR) & Tourist Extensions
For short visits.
- New Thai Work Permit Application
For employment in Thailand.
Work permits for Nepali nationals
Nepali workers in hospitality need an eligible employer and must avoid occupations reserved for Thais.
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Do documents from Nepal need an apostille or legalisation?
As of our last check, Nepal is not a party to the Apostille Convention, so its documents still need authentication and legalisation at a Thai embassy or representative office, before and after 28 February 2027.
Read our apostille guideCommon mistakes we see
- Sponsor documents not matching the visa type.
- Weak financial evidence.
- Legalisation step missed for certificates.
Counsel's note
We confirm which sponsor letters and legalised documents each route needs before you apply.
Service languages: English; Nepali documents with translation.
Frequently asked
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Will an apostille work after 2027?
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Sources & references
- Revision of Thailand's Visa Exemption and VoA Schemes (Government PR Dept., 4 Sep 2026) — checked 2026-11-03
- MFA summary chart – visa exemption & VoA, effective 15 Sep 2026 — checked 2026-11-03
- Thai e-Visa official portal — checked 2026-11-03
- HCCH Apostille Convention status table — checked 2026-11-03
General information only, not legal advice. Entry rules change; always confirm with the official sources above. Immigration decisions rest with the Thai authorities.
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