Hua Hin Entry Requirements

Children must have their own passport (family passports not accepted). If child is traveling with only one parent or without parents, carry a notarized letter of consent from absent parent(s) authorizing travel, along with copy of absent parent's passport/ID. This is especially important if parents have different surnames from child. For unaccompanied minors, airlines have specific policies and may require special documentation. Children receive same visa exemption or visa requirements as adults based on nationality.

Pets (dogs and cats) require: Import Permit from Thai Department of Livestock Development (apply at least 30 days before travel), valid rabies vaccination (given at least 21 days before travel but not more than 12 months prior), Health Certificate from licensed veterinarian in country of origin (issued within 10 days of travel), Microchip identification (ISO standard 11784/11785). Pets must enter through designated ports (Suvarnabhumi Airport for Bangkok). Quarantine may be required depending on country of origin and documentation. Some breeds are restricted. Contact Thai Embassy for current requirements as regulations change. Many hotels in Hua Hin are pet-friendly, but confirm before booking.

Tourist visa exemptions and visas can be extended once for 30 days at Thai Immigration offices (fee: 1,900 THB). Visit Hua Hin Immigration Office on Phetkasem Road with: passport, TM.7 application form (available at office), 1 passport photo (4x6 cm), copies of passport pages (photo page, latest entry stamp, current visa), proof of accommodation, and extension fee in cash. Apply before your current permission to stay expires - overstaying results in 500 THB fine per day. For longer stays, consider: Education Visa (for language schools, Thai cooking courses, Muay Thai training), Non-Immigrant Visa (various categories), Thai Elite Visa (5-20 year options), or Retirement Visa (for those 50+ with financial requirements). Border runs for continuous tourist entries are scrutinized - immigration may deny entry if pattern suggests living rather than visiting.

Thailand has introduced visa options for remote workers. Tourist visas do not permit working, even remotely for foreign companies. Consider: Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa for highly-skilled professionals and remote workers (10-year visa with specific income requirements), Education Visa for Thai language or cultural studies, or Thai Elite Visa. Working illegally on tourist visa can result in deportation and ban. Many digital nomads base in Hua Hin - coworking spaces and good internet available. Consult immigration about appropriate visa category for your situation.

Previous overstays in Thailand are recorded in the immigration database. Penalties for overstay: Up to 40 days overstay = 500 THB per day fine (max 20,000 THB), paid at airport/border when leaving. More than 90 days overstay results in ban: 90 days+ = 1 year ban, 1 year+ = 3 year ban, 3 years+ = 5 year ban, 5 years+ = 10 year ban. If you were previously deported or blacklisted, you may be denied entry. If you have previous overstays but paid fines, you can typically return but may face additional scrutiny. Always resolve overstays before leaving Thailand. If you have immigration issues, consider consulting an immigration lawyer before attempting to return.

If you hold Thai citizenship plus another nationality, you must enter and exit Thailand using your Thai passport. Using a foreign passport when you have Thai citizenship can cause complications. If you're a dual national of a visa-exempt country (not Thai), you can choose which passport to use, but be consistent throughout your trip. Some dual nationals use foreign passport for visa-free entry if their Thai passport has expired.