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Thailand medical visa

Thailand issues a dedicated Non-Immigrant MT (Medical Treatment) visa — 90 days, extendable once for another 90. A Tourist Visa (60 days) or visa-on-arrival (30 days) can cover short cosmetic or dental work, but anything surgical or requiring staged follow-up should use the MT category. Family attendants get the MT-A category.

1,429 hospitals Last updated May 5, 2026.

Thailand

Non-Immigrant MT Visa (Medical Treatment)

Takes about 7 days
Processing
About 7 days
Stay allowed
90 days
Extendable
Yes
Family can come
Yes
Documents you need
  • Passport valid 6+ months
  • Medical certificate + treatment plan from Thai hospital
  • Proof of funds (20,000 THB/person or 40,000 THB/family)
  • Return ticket or onward travel
  • Health insurance covering COVID-related issues (still requested at some embassies)
  • Application fee in local currency.

Visa-free entry and e-visa eligibility depend on your nationality. Check the official website or ask your coordinator before you apply.

Official visa website
Insider tip

Bangkok and Phuket have the densest medical-tourism infrastructure. If your procedure needs staged rehab, explicitly request the MT-A extension during initial application — doing it after arrival through an immigration office takes 7-14 working days. Avoid the 30-day visa-exempt stamp for surgical travel; extending it is harder than extending an MT.

From first enquiry to boarding pass

  1. Share your case

    Upload imaging + current treatment plan. We share with 2-3 hospitals, get back itemized quotes in 48 hr.

    Day 1-2

  2. Pick a hospital

    Confirm the chosen hospital in Thailand. They issue the invitation letter + treatment plan letter on letterhead.

    Day 3-5

  3. Apply for visa

    Submit Non-Immigrant MT Visa (Medical Treatment) application with hospital documentation. Processed in ~7 working days.

    Day 6-13

  4. Finalise travel

    Book flights + accommodation. Your coordinator arranges airport pickup, SIM card, interpreter if needed.

    1-2 weeks pre-travel

  5. Arrive + treat

    Land → check in → case manager meets you at the hospital. Everything pre-scheduled.

    Day of arrival

Common visa questions

Do I need a medical visa for Thailand?

Yes — Thailand requires a Non-Immigrant MT Visa (Medical Treatment) for treatment travel. Processing typically takes 7 working days.

How long does the visa last?

90 days, extendable. Family attendants can be included on related visa categories.

Can family members travel with me?

Yes — most destinations including Thailand issue attendant visas for immediate family travelling with the patient. Relationship documentation is typically required.

What should I prepare before applying?

Get your hospital's invitation letter in writing (not just email), translate civil documents if required, photograph your passport + photos in advance, and have 3-6 months of bank statements ready. Your case manager prepares most of this bundle for you.

Is Medcasts help with the visa included?

Yes — visa invitation letter, documentation checklist, and embassy-appointment coordination are all part of the standard case-manager service. You handle the in-person appointment if one is required; we handle the paperwork bundle.

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