Overview
The Royal Thai Embassy in London is Thailand's diplomatic mission to the United Kingdom, located at Queen's Gate in South Kensington. The embassy manages bilateral relations covering trade, culture, education, and tourism, and also serves as the accredited mission for Ireland, Montserrat, and British Overseas Territories including Saint Helena. The UK is one of the most important source markets for tourism to Thailand — millions of British and Irish travellers visit annually.Read moreRead less
Visa Services
British and Irish passport holders can enter Thailand visa-free for 60 days — however, repeated entries under this scheme may trigger immigration denial, and the policy is temporary and subject to change without notice. The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is mandatory since May 1, 2025 for all foreign nationals arriving by air, land, or sea — register free at tdac.immigration.go.th within 3 days before arrival. The TDAC is not a visa and cannot replace one. For longer stays, all visa applications must be submitted online only via thaievisa.go.th — physical applications are no longer accepted. Applicants must remain physically in the UK, Ireland, or UK Territories during processing; departure results in automatic cancellation. Processing takes approximately 15 working days; complex cases may require 4-6 weeks. Visa fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Visa email: visa.lon@mfa.go.th.Read moreRead less
Consular Services
The embassy provides consular services for Thai nationals in the UK and Ireland including Thai passport issuance and renewal, Thai national ID card renewal, civil registration, and document legalisation. Consular email: consular.lon@mfa.go.th.
Service Area
The embassy covers the United Kingdom, Ireland, Montserrat, and British Overseas Territories including Saint Helena.