How to Apply for a Thai Visa in Atlanta : visasupply.com

UPDATED November 27, 2022 (Please see information below under "Other things to consider")

Atlanta has a population of over 6 million people, making it the 9th most populous metropolitan area in the United States. Atlanta is the capital of Georgia, which is the 8th most populous of the 50 states. The city and surrounding area—known as the Atlanta metropolitan area—is also the commercial capital of the Southeast United States and has the third-largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies in the country, including Coca-Cola, The Home Depot, Delta Airlines, UPS, Newell Brands, WestRock, and NCR Corporation. Although the Thai immigrant population in Atlanta is small compared to other groups, the overall Asian population has skyrocketed the past two decades as the city has been transformed into a major international metropolis. Thai citizens can be found at many of the colleges and universities throughout the state of Georgia and at the dozens of excellent Thai restaurants and small businesses in Atlanta.

Thailand is a Southeast Asian country of nearly 70 million people that is about 3 ½ times the size of Georgia by land area. Bangkok is the country’s political capital and commercial center, and hosts hundreds of American companies, including Atlanta-based firms like Coca-Cola, Hooters, NCR, Church’s Holdings, and others. Thailand is the 2nd largest economy in Southeast Asia and has a growing industrial sector that includes the manufacture and export of vehicles, electrical appliances, and computer equipment. The country also has a strong agriculture sector that produces rice, sugar, coffee, coconuts, tapioca, along with several varieties of tropical fruits and vegetables. Thailand, known as the “Land of Smiles”, has a huge tourism industry that attracts visitors from all over the world. Visitors enjoy the historic and cultural sights of Bangkok and its abundance of shopping, food, and nightlife. Of course, Thailand is also well known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Obtaining a Thai Visa from Atlanta

Visas for Thailand are issued by the Thai government in the United States. The Thai government is represented by three consulates in Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York City, along with one embassy located in Washington, D.C. To apply for a Thai visa from Atlanta, you must send all the necessary documents by mail or courier service (FedEx, UPS) to the embassy in Washington, D.C. (NOTE: The embassy does not provide in-person service at this time due to COVID-19.) Here is the mailing address for the embassy:

Royal Thai Embassy
Consular Section (Attn: Visa)
2300 Kalorama Rd., N.W.
Washington, D.C 20008-1623

UPDATE: Starting 27 SEP 2021, Thailand now has a new e-Visa Stickerless System. This means you will no longer mail your passport and visa application documents to the embassy. Instead, you must apply for the visa online and submit your documents electronically through this website: Official Website of Thailand Electronic Visa (thaievisa.go.th) The visa will be issued electronically by email.

It is important to review the requirements for the visa on the Thai embassy website and ensure your application and all supporting documents are accurate. Here is the link to the embassy website: https://thaiembdc.org/visas/. You will also include a self-addressed return envelope with a $26.35 postage stamp (US Postal Service Express Mail) along with a money order made payable to “Royal Thai Embassy” to pay the visa fee. Processing time will take at least 15 business days.

Other things to consider:

U.S. citizens do not require a visa for stays of up to 45 days if they are traveling for tourism or visiting family.
U.S. citizens should have a valid passport that does not expire within six months of their date of arrival into Thailand, AND an onward/return ticket that shows they are leaving Thailand within 45 days (if traveling to Thailand without a visa).
Starting October 1, 2022 travelers entering Thailand are no longer required to show Proof of Vaccination or a COVID-19 test result.
It is recommended to purchase travel insurance before any international trip in case of medical emergencies. We advise getting the Geo Blue Voyager Single Trip Plan.
Please visit the U.S. Department of State website and review the Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements for the latest information: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Thailand.html

Emergency Assistance for Thai Citizens in Atlanta

If you are a Thai citizen in Atlanta with an emergency or require urgent assistance, you can reach the embassy in Washington, D.C. by calling + 1 202-640-5310. If you need to renew your Thai passport or obtain an emergency passport, you must schedule an appointment online and appear in person at the embassy. Please click on the following link for more information: https://thaiembdc.org/thai-e-passport-eng1/

We Can Help if You Need Assistance

If you live in the Atlanta area or anywhere in the state of Georgia and have difficulty applying for a Thai visa, or require assistance with any part of the visa process, please give our office a call at 404-682-5445 or schedule an appointment with our company. We are a private agency in Atlanta (our office is located just north of the city in Sandy Springs) providing travel visa services for Americans and other U.S.-based residents. Our number one goal is to ensure your application documents for a visa are submitted accurately to the Thai government. Our services eliminate delays and give you the peace of mind to focus on your travel plans.

We provide the following Thai visa services for our customers in Atlanta:

Thai Tourist Visas (Category “TR” – Single and Extended Multiple Entry)
Thai Business Visa (Category “B”)
Thai Work Visa (Category “B”)
Thai Medical Visa (Category “MT”)
Thai Spousal Visa (Category “O”)
Thai Retirement Visa (Category “O-A” – 1 Year and Category “O-X” – 10 Year)
Thai Student Visa (Category “ED”)
Thai Elite Visa
Thai Smart Visa
Thailand Special Tourist Visa (STV)