Thailand to Brunei: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇹🇭 Thailand → 🇧🇳 Brunei
Visa Free

Up to 14 days without a visa.

Thailand citizens can enter Brunei without a visa for up to 14 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Cost of living in Brunei runs about 18% higher than in Thailand (index 56 vs 38, NYC=100).

Thailand Passport Strength

41 Visa-free
33 Visa on arrival
45 e-Visa
80 Visa required

Entry Details — Brunei

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
14 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Brunei
56.0
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Brunei
0%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,400/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

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Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Brunei is approximately 18% more expensive than Thailand (index 56 vs 38, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Brunei cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Brunei — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Thailand citizens need a visa to visit Brunei?+

Thailand passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Brunei. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Thailand passport holders stay in Brunei?+

The authorised stay for Thailand citizens in Brunei is 14 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Brunei?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Brunei?+

The cost of living index for Brunei is 56.0 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Brunei.

What documents are required for Thailand citizens to enter Brunei?+

A valid Thailand passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.