Medical Visa (Non-MT / Non-O) – Thailand
Benefit from world-class care in Thailand (2026)
What is the Medical Visa?
Thailand is a major medical tourism destination. The Medical Visa allows foreign patients to stay in the kingdom for surgical treatments, long-term care or rehabilitation cures.
Services and Profiles concerned
Compatible Profiles
- • Patients requiring surgery (cosmetic, orthopedic, cardiac).
- • People seeking complex dental care.
- • Patients with chronic treatments (dialysis, chemotherapy).
- • People seeking post-operative rehabilitation.
Non-Compatible Profiles
- • Tourists with minor health issues.
- • People without confirmed hospital appointment.
- • Those seeking to work under medical pretense.
Duration and Extensions
Required Documents
- Medical certificate issued by a certified Thai hospital.
- Invitation letter from the health facility.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover care and stay.
- Health insurance specifically covering the treatment if required.
Work and authorized activities
Work Not Authorized
The Medical Visa does not allow any work activity. It is exclusively intended for medical treatment. Any work, even remote, is technically prohibited.
Renewal and extensions
Extensions are granted based on the hospital's medical certificate. Most international hospitals have an internal visa office to facilitate the process.
Limitations and points of attention
Hospital Dependency
The visa is tied to the healthcare facility. If you change hospitals or discontinue treatment, the visa may be revoked. Make sure to keep documentation up to date.
Need a medical liaison?
We collaborate with the best facilities to facilitate your admission and visa.