Outline
NOTE: Thailand visa processing time is one day if submitted in the Houston Jurisdiction. The Consulate is closed every Friday, please keep this in mind when scheduling travel.
Sam’s Passport Inc. is a Licensed and Registered Company with the Embassy of Thailand.
We will FedEx or deliver your passport back to your address as soon as the consulate releases your passport to us.
There are different types of visas for Thailand and each has its own requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Tourist visa
Gather every required document below for this tourist visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a
notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Bank statement
Applicants must provide a recent bank statement that shows evidence of adequate finance.
($500 per person and $1,000 per family)
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Proof of funds- bank statement
Please provide a bank statement that reflects a three month balance.
Business visa
Gather every required document below for this business visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a
notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
A Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Thailand / Houston TX”.
The letter must clearly explain the purpose of travel; Guarantee financial support for the visit and return transportation; the letter should be signed by an officer or manager of the company, other than the applicant.
Please look at the following Sample of the
Letter of invite
Please provide a copy of the Letter of Invitation from the company in Thailand.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Corporate documents
Corporate documents of associated partners/companies in Thailand such as tax registration or articles of incorporation to show the legitimacy of the host company in Thailand.
Proof of funds - bank statement
Please provide a bank statement that reflects a three month balance.
Ship your documents
Please use FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Priority Overnight unless the visa type asks you to email scans.
What to include in your package
PassportMust be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Photos2 passport style photos.
Bank statementApplicants must provide a recent bank statement that shows evidence of adequate finance.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservationPlease provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Proof of funds- bank statementPlease provide a bank statement that reflects a three month balance.
Letter of guaranteeA Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Thailand / Houston TX”.
The letter must clearly explain the purpose of travel; Guarantee financial support for the visit and return transportation; the letter should be signed by an officer or manager of the company, other than the applicant.
Please look at the following Sample of the Business letter of guarantee Letter of invitePlease provide a copy of the Letter of Invitation from the company in Thailand.
Corporate documentsCorporate documents of associated partners/companies in Thailand such as tax registration or articles of incorporation to show the legitimacy of the host company in Thailand.
Proof of funds - bank statementPlease provide a bank statement that reflects a three month balance.
Call before you shipConfirm your visa type, travel date, and fees at (713) 784-5501. Walk-in drop-off is available at Suite 100. Clients nationwide can ship to the Houston office. We return the passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as the consulate releases it.
