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International participants who plan to attend the 19th International XAFS Conference (XAFS 2026) in Chiang Mai, Thailand, are advised to check the appropriate visa type and the latest requirements with the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in their respective countries.
Recommended Visa Types
- Non-Immigrant “B” (Business) Visa: Suitable for participants attending academic or professional conferences.
- Non-Immigrant “ED” (Education) Visa: May apply to researchers or students.
- Tourist Visa (TR): In some cases, a tourist visa may be acceptable if the participant is not engaged in any business-related activities.
Please contact the Thai Embassy or Consulate in your country to confirm the most suitable visa type for your situation.
Visa Exemption
Passport holders from certain countries and territories may enter Thailand without a visa for short stays (typically 30–90 days, depending on the country).
Examples of countries eligible for a 30-day visa exemption include:
| Americas |
Asia |
Europe |
| United States |
China |
United Kingdom |
| Canada |
India |
France |
| Brazil |
Japan |
Germany |
| Mexico |
South Korea |
Italy |
| Argentina |
Viet Nam |
Spain |
| Chili |
Malaysia |
Switzerland |
| Colombia |
Singapore |
Netherlands |
| Panama |
Philippines |
Sweden |
| Peru |
Taiwan |
Norway |
| Ecuador |
Sri Lanka |
Finland |
| Jamaica |
Jordan |
Austria |
| Cuba |
Qatar |
Belgium |
| Dominican Republic |
Saudi Arabia |
Czech Republic |
***For the most updated list, please refer to the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand.
General Documents Required for Visa Application
- A passport valid for at least 6 months
- Completed visa application form (available from the embassy/consulate)
- Passport-size photograph meeting official specifications
- Invitation letter from the XAFS 2026 organizing committee (available upon request)
- Proof of flight and accommodation bookings
- Financial evidence (e.g., bank statements)
- Travel health insurance (may be required by certain embassies)
Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)
All non-Thai nationals are required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) 3-4 days before entering Thailand—whether arrival by air, land, or sea. This digital system replaces the traditional paper-based arrival card and helps to streamline immigration procedures. Please visit the official website at: tdac.immigration.go.th and submit your arrival details within 3 days prior to your arrival in Thailand. After submitting, you will receive a confirmation code or QR code. Save it digitally or print it out as you will need to present it at immigration upon arrival.
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