(sorry if posted twice but think something went wrong) Goodmorning all, Just a remark you have your visa stuff okay !! (Imm.)police is checking more and more thoroughly ! ------------ https://m.facebook.com/home.php#!/groups/48639114343?view=permalink&id=10156710498859344&refid=28&_ft_=qid.6623131697700890113%3Amf_story_key.-3593597216898333706%3Atop_level_post_id.10156710498859344%3Acontent_owner_id_new.662513261%3Asrc.22%3Astory_location.5&__tn__=%2As%2As-R

[mention redacted] they are checking everywhere, not just BKK.

Answered8 years ago

Are visa checks becoming more stringent in Thailand for foreigners?

Visa Regulations Immigration Thailand Visa Checks Non-O Visa Long-Term Stay

Peter ****************

asked Nov 13, 2018

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(sorry if posted twice but think something went wrong)

Goodmorning all,

Just a remark you have your visa stuff okay !!

(Imm.)police is checking more and more thoroughly !

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Answer summary

Many expats are noticing an increase in the scrutiny applied by Thai immigration officials during hotel check-ins. Travelers report that hotel staff are thoroughly checking passports and visa stamps, even asking for photocopies of documents such as the permission to stay stamp. This heightened diligence appears to be a broader trend across Thailand, not limited to major cities like Bangkok.

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Robby *****

Wish they would start doing this in the UK .

8 years ago

Kari ********

@Billy ********

they are checking everywhere, not just BKK.

8 years ago

Biff *******

Had my permission to stay stamp checked and a photocopy of both the ID page (which is normal) and the stamp, and the departure card taken in a hotel in Bangkok this week. All the information written down as well.

They used to just photocopy the ID page and that was it. They’re clearly being asked for more information by immigration.

8 years ago

Christopher ***********

Thanks for your information Bill and Peter! A couple of weeks ago I and my Thai Mrs checked into a Phuket hotel. I had made the booking online in my wife's name. However, the desk asked for her ID and my passport. Two staff examined every page of my passport then discussed the visa (used) and extension stamps. OK I understand they have to report our checking in, but what would they have done if my stamps had expired?

8 years ago