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Are entry checks at Suvarnabhumi for visa exemption still strict or have they relaxed?

Jun 13, 2025
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Kev **********
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Are people still been grilled on entry at survanabhumi for using visa exemption or have they relaxed now ?
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The conversation highlights that entry checks at Suvarnabhumi Airport for those using visa exemptions have not relaxed. In fact, several comments indicate that the checks have tightened, causing more hassle for travelers, particularly for those with expired visas.
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Erik *******
Unfortunately, the direction taken is more tightening than relaxing .
Gary ***********
They have tightened up rather than relaxed things
Graham ******
Nothing has eased
Michael ********
I got hassle last time I came in as my non O expired when i was away
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