Thailand Medical Visa Processing

Planning medical treatment in Thailand? Let ThaiMedics ease your medical visa process, so that you can focus on recovery and not paperwork. As Thailand’s leading medical tourism consultancy, we make every step, from document management to visa processing, easy and hassle-free for you to access the country’s best hospitals.

What is a Thailand Medical Visa?

A Thailand Medical Visa (Non-Immigrant Visa Category O-MT) is intended for patients to undergo treatment at Thai hospitals. With a validity of 90 days (renewable up to 1 year), the visa allows you and your accompanying family members to stay in Thailand for medical reasons.

Thailand Medical Visa Requirements

Make the application process smooth by carefully preparing the documents below. According to the latest instructions from the Royal Thai Embassy, here’s what you need:

1. Valid Passport

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in Thailand. It must contain two consecutive blank visa pages for visa and immigration stamps. A clear photocopy of the passport biodata page and previous Thai visas (if applicable).

2. Completed Visa Application Form

Fill up the Tourist Visa (TR) application form completely and sign it neatly. Your passport signature must be similar to your real one. For longer treatments taking a Non-Immigrant O-MT visa, fill up the TM.87. Get the correct form from the Royal Thai Embassy website or through ThaiMedics.

3. Passport-Sized Photograph

Submit one recent colour passport-sized photograph (3.5×4.5 cm) taken within the last six months. The photo must be taken against a plain white background with no shadows or patterns. Do not wear uniforms, hats, or glasses, and maintain a neutral facial expression.

4. Financial Proof

Offer proof of adequate funds to sponsor your medical trip. For a Tourist Visa (TR), individual applicants must show 20,000 THB (or 60,000 BDT), and groups/families must show 40,000 THB (or 120,000 BDT). Offer original bank statements or a certificate of solvency from the bank. Sponsored applicants must provide financial records of the sponsor, including bank statements, a letter of solvency, and a company trade license (if applicable).

5. Medical Treatment Evidence

Obtain an appointment letter from a government-registered hospital in Thailand (e.g., Bumrungrad, Bangkok Hospital) to confirm your treatment plan. On traveling with attendants or caregivers, include a sponsorship letter by the sponsor, their financial proofs, and proof of employment relationship (e.g., a contract).

6. Medical History and Documentation:

Include any local relevant medical reports or documents about your condition, e.g., diagnoses or treatment plans, to support your application for a medical visa.

7. Travel Documentation

Evidence confirming the intention to leave Thailand at the end of the visit, e.g., a return ticket or travel to a third country.

8. Accommodation Proof

Submit confirmed hotel reservations or a letter from your Thai hospital confirming residence during treatment. For longer stays, a lease agreement may be required.

9. Visa Request Letter

A formal visa application letter from the candidate indicating the purpose of the visit.t is mandatory. 

• A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer in case the candidate is employed and granted leave for the journey.
• Medical professionals (e.g., doctors) require a BMDC certificate or an authorization letter from their concerned hospital.
• A Bar Council Certificate or a letter from a law firm in case the candidate is a lawyer. 
• Attach a letter of recommendation from the school/university, student ID card, or proof of registration (admission letter).

These are proof of the background of the applicant and compliance with the visa requirements.

Compose a personal letter indicating the purpose of your visit (medical treatment) and your intended return upon recovery. This should be brief and consistent with your supporting documents.

Special Requirements

• Family Applications: Submit marriage certificates (for spouse) or birth certificates (for children), translated into English and notarized. Immediate family members alone can be sponsored by the principal applicant. (That is parents, spouse, and children.)
• Document Translation: Translations of all documents in Bengali or any other language should be done by a certified translator and should be notarized.

Step-by-Step Visa Process

1. Consult ThaiMedics: Share your medical needs with us. We’ll organize an accredited Thai hospital match and get your treatment confirmation letter.
2. Document Preparation: We will prepare and verify all documents, including financial documents and travel reservations.
3. Submit Your Application: Apply at a Thai embassy/consulate or online (e-visa). ThaiMedics
   can submit on your behalf if permitted.
4. Processing: Typically, 5–10 business days. Rush services may be available.
5. Receive Visa: Start your medical adventure carefree!

Thailand E-Visa Services

Convenience in travel in Thailand has come through the opening of its e-visa scheme, making the application for visas simplified. The applicant can fill out their forms and attach the required documents from the website directly at https://www.thaievisa.go.th. Passports need not be submitted to obtain an E-Visa.

Under the new scheme, successful visas will be electronically sent to applicants, who will have to print them out and show them to Thai immigration officers upon arrival. Once the application is submitted, the system will provide a payment information summary sheet with the reference number of the application, QR code, and visa fee.

E-visas are normally processed within 5-10 working days. Thai e-visa instructions are provided for the process of applying on the site.

Why Choose ThaiMedics for Your Medical Visa?

• Hospital Pre-Approval: We get confirmation of treatment from the top hospitals like Bumrungrad or Bangkok Hospital.
• Document Review: Prevention from rejection with our meticulous checks.
• End-to-End Support: We take care of visa applications and airport transfers.
• Visa Extensions: If treatment exceeds 90 days, we’ll assist with extensions at Thai Immigration.