The Embassy of Thailand in Paris is Thailand’s diplomatic mission to France. Thai nationals in France turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | 8, Rue Greuze 75116 Paris, 75116 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 56 26 50 50 +33 1 56 26 04 45 |
| Website | www.thaiembassy.fr/fr |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Sarun Charoensuwan, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
Consular Section
| Address | 8 Rue Greuze, 75116 Paris, France |
| visa.par@mfa.go.th | |
| passport.par@mfa.go.th |
Consular section details according to the embassy.
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 12:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 12:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 12:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 12:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 12:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Thai public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at 8, Rue Greuze 75116 Paris in Paris’s 16th arrondissement.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 12:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
Who runs the Thai Embassy?
According to the embassy, it is headed by Sarun Charoensuwan, Ambassador. In the other direction, about 16,070 French citizens are registered with the French consular network in Thailand. One honorary consulate supports Thai citizens in other parts of France.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Thai passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Thailand
Documents checklist
Prepare these documents before your appointment. The lists are taken from official Thai sources:
Thai e-passport (application abroad)
- Book an appointment and apply in person – biometric data are taken, so postal applications are not possible
- Your valid Thai national ID card (adults without one must first obtain it in Thailand)
- Your current passport – or a police report if it was lost
- The application form (and a photo where requested)
- Minors under 20: Thai birth certificate, both parents present or their documented consent
- Allow about 4–6 weeks
Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand – e-passport application for Thai nationals living abroad, Royal Thai Embassy Brussels – Thai passport (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the embassy website first.
Travelling from France to Thailand
French travel advice formally warns against any travel to Thailand. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Besides French public holidays, the embassy closes on the Thai national holiday (5 December). Call ahead around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
Thai nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +33 1 56 26 50 50. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with French authorities.
Diplomatic missions of Thailand in France
Thailand in France
- Paris – Embassy of Thailand (this page)
- Marseille – Honorary Consulate General
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Thailand in Paris
Where is the Thai Embassy in Paris?
At 8, Rue Greuze 75116 Paris, 75116 Paris.
When is the Thai Embassy in Paris open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 12:00. Confirm before visiting.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Thailand, www.thaiembassy.fr/fr. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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