Thailand Medical Visa from Bangladesh – A Step-by-Step Guide by Thai Medi Care

Are you planning to travel to Thailand for advanced medical treatment? Great choice. Thailand is home to some of the best hospitals in Asia, offering world-class healthcare at affordable prices. But before anything else — you need a Medical Visa.

For many Bangladeshi patients, the visa process seems confusing and time-consuming. But don’t worry — Thai Medi Care is here to make it simple, fast, and stress-free.

In this blog, we’ll walk you through:

What is a Thailand Medical Visa?
Why you need one (even for short treatment)
Step-by-step process to apply from Bangladesh
Required documents
How Thai Medi Care helps you at every step
FAQs and contact info

What is a Thailand Medical Visa?

A Thailand Medical Visa is a special type of Non-Immigrant Visa (Category “O” or “MT”) issued by the Royal Thai Government to foreign nationals who are seeking medical treatment in Thailand. This visa is specifically designed for patients who require short-term or long-term care in Thai hospitals or medical institutions.

Unlike a tourist visa, the medical visa is intended only for treatment purposes and offers a longer stay with added flexibility. The standard duration is typically 60 to 90 days, but it can be extended further depending on:

The patient’s medical condition
The treatment duration recommended by the hospital
Supporting documents provided by the medical institution

Some hospitals also assist with providing a visa extension letter if the patient requires follow-up care or surgery recovery beyond the initial stay.

In most cases, a medical visa also allows one or more accompanying persons (such as a caregiver or family member) to travel with the patient under a dependent visa category.

Who Needs a Medical Visa?

You should apply for a Medical Visa if:

You are traveling for planned surgeries, complex treatment, or specialized diagnosis
Your hospital stay may exceed 30 days
You are bringing a family member or caretaker (they will get a dependent visa)

Note: For short consultations (1–2 days), some travelers use tourist visas, but it’s not advisable for serious or long-term treatment. Hospitals also prefer patients with medical visas for easier coordination.

Step-by-Step Process to Apply for Thailand Medical Visa from Bangladesh

Step 1: Get a Medical Appointment & Invitation Letter

First, you need an official appointment confirmation and a medical invitation letter from a Thai hospital. Thai Medi Care helps you:

Choose the right hospital & doctor
Schedule the appointment
Collect the necessary invitation from hospital authority

Step 2: Prepare Your Required Documents

You’ll need to gather the following:

For the Patient:

Valid passport (with 6 months validity)
Medical invitation letter from the Thai hospital
Treatment plan or summary from your Bangladeshi doctor (optional)
Recent passport-size photographs
Visa application form (filled out)
Flight itinerary (tentative)
Bank statement (3–6 months)
Sponsorship letter (if needed)

For Accompanying Person (Family/Caretaker):

Passport & photo
Relationship proof
Supporting letter from hospital/doctor

Thai Medi Care will guide you on how to arrange and organize all of these properly.

Step 3: Submit Your Application at the Thai Embassy

Once documents are ready:

Visit the Royal Thai Embassy in Dhaka or the official visa processing center
Submit your documents
Pay the visa fee
Wait 5–7 working days for processing

Thai Medi Care can help you pre-check your documents, fill up the application, and assist with embassy communication if needed.

Step 4: Get Your Medical Visa & Plan Your Travel

After visa approval:

Your passport will be stamped with the Medical Visa
You can now confirm your travel
Thai Medi Care will assist you with:
- Flight booking
- Airport pickup in Thailand
- Hotel or accommodation arrangement
- Hospital admission on arrival

Why Choose Thai Medi Care for Your Medical Visa Support?

Here’s how we make the entire process easy:

Service	What We Do
Appointment	Schedule your hospital visit with top specialists
Documentation	Guide and organize all required documents
Invitation Letter	Communicate with Thai hospitals directly
Visa Help	Assist with application filling & embassy prep
Full Travel Support	Flight, pickup, hotel, interpreter & more

We work closely with leading hospitals like:

Vejthani Hospital
Bumrungrad International
Rutnin Eye Hospital
Samitivej Hospital

You get everything done in one place — fast, safe, and reliable.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I get a visa without a hospital invitation letter?
No. A hospital invitation letter is mandatory for a Medical Visa.

Q2: How long does it take to get a visa?
Typically 5–7 working days, but we recommend applying at least 2 weeks in advance.

Q3: Can I take a family member with me?
Yes. We’ll help them get a dependent visa with proper documentation.

Q4: Can Thai Medi Care help if I already have a doctor in mind?
Of course. We will coordinate with your preferred hospital and doctor for documentation.

Q5: What if my visa is rejected?
Rejections are rare with proper documents. Thai Medi Care ensures everything is done correctly to avoid this.

Final Thoughts

Your health journey shouldn’t be delayed by paperwork and confusion. If you’re planning to get treatment in Thailand, getting the right Medical Visa is your first and most important step.

Let Thai Medi Care take care of the details — while you focus on your recovery.

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