Tourist visas
Thai nationals need a visa before travelling to the UAE, usually arranged through an airline, hotel or sponsor in the destination country.
Work and residence visas
Working requires a UAE employer to apply for a work permit and residence visa, which usually needs attested degrees and personal documents.
Document attestation
Thai documents used in the UAE must be translated into English or Arabic and certified through the chain via the Department of Consular Affairs and the UAE Embassy.
Frequently asked questions
Must degrees be attested for a work visa?
Generally yes, the full attestation chain including the final step in the UAE.
Must everything be translated into Arabic?
Some authorities accept English; check with the employer or destination authority.
What is degree attestation for the UAE?
A chain of certifications — typically in Thailand and by the UAE embassy, then the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs — so the degree is recognised for work.
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Reviewed by the translation team at Thai Law & Accounting Services · Last reviewed 4 Oct 2026 · General information, not legal or immigration advice for your specific case