Thailand•AsiaC — Transit Visa (Category "C" - Crew)
At a Glance
5–15 days
THB ฿800
1 month
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Streamlined transit pass for crew and personnel in charge of ships or aircraft transiting Thailand.
The Transit Visa Category C is designed for crew members or persons in charge of conveyances such as ships or aircraft at Thai ports. It facilitates legal entry for maritime and aviation personnel required to operate or maintain transport vessels. Applicants must provide formal employment verification from their employer.
The visa allows a 30-day stay, extendable at the discretion of Thai Immigration authorities. Renewal is possible if circumstances change. Processing takes 5–15 business days via the Thai E-Visa portal. Work authorization is limited strictly to conveyance-related duties.
This visa is ideal for maritime crew, aircraft personnel, and officers in charge of ships or planes transiting through Thai territory for professional duties.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 1 month |
| Extension increments | 1 month |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Passport with 6+ months validity
Recent photo
Proof of current location
Flight itinerary
Letter from company/employer verifying employment and crew status
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Passport (6+ months validity)
Photo
Proof of current location
Flight itinerary
Letter from the company/employer verifying employment and crew status
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Fast processing: 5–15 business days via Thai E-Visa Portal
- Extendable stay: Initial 30 days can extend to 60 days at Immigration Office
- Affordable fee of 800 THB for crew and conveyance personnel
- Streamlined process specifically designed for maritime and aviation crew
- Renewable visa for ongoing employment in transport sector
- Digital E-Visa application reduces need for in-person visits
- Professional recognition of crew status through formal verification
Worth Knowing
- Job offer required: Must have formal employer verification of crew employment
- Work strictly limited to conveyance-related duties; no other employment allowed
- Passport must have 6+ months validity from application date
- Short initial stay period requires extension planning for longer deployments
- Dual intent not permitted; visa is strictly for professional transit purposes
- Invalid or insufficient employment documentation automatically disqualifies applicant
- Passport validity less than 6 months will result in visa denial
Application Process
Register on official E-Visa portal
Upload required documents
Pay visa fee
Receive E-Visa via email
Application Forms
| Thai E-Visa Portal | Fill online |
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