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Are there reports of people with a history of tourist visas being denied entry at Koh Samui airport?

Koh Samui Airport Tourist Visa History Entry Denial Immigration Policies Relaxed Airports Thailand Visa Regulations

Aug 29, 2019

6 years ago

Sophie **********

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Are there any reports of people with a history of tourist visas being turned away at Koh Samui airport?

If so, which airports are considered relatively 'relaxed'?

Thanks!

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The discussion highlights concerns about individuals with a history of tourist visas being potentially turned away at Koh Samui airport, with anecdotal evidence suggesting that airports like Chiang Mai (CM), Phuket, and Samui are relatively more relaxed compared to Bangkok (BKK). It emphasizes the importance of having necessary documentation ready upon arrival, such as proof of sufficient funds, return tickets, and accommodation details.

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Maxim ***********

Avoid BKK, the rest so far no report of denied except anecdotal stories.

6 years ago

Michael ********

@Stuart ********

yep agree its digital nomad country up there.

6 years ago

Stuart *********

@Michael *******

I’m sure there are stories in all airports and border crossings. But when you see some of the details of how long they’ve been getting away with back to back exempt or tourist entries you can understand why.

6 years ago

Michael ********

@Maxim **********

there were couple recently chiang mai

6 years ago

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Michael ********

Stuart *********

“Relatively” your tourist airports of CM, Phuket and Samui are more relaxed than BKK airports. However it’s really up to the IO you meet on arrival. All you can do is have the three proofs - cash, ticket and accommodation and a plan B. Some land borders are considered much more relaxed than airports.

6 years ago

Stuart *********

@Sophie *********

not many international flights into there. I’ve not heard of reports about it one way or the other. Sorry.

6 years ago

Sophie **********

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Would you include Surat Thani in that list too?

6 years ago

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Sophie **********

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