Is there a way to apply for a 60 day visa, then travel to Thailand and not use it for your first entry?
Situation is: Australian heading to Thailand for 28 days then flying to Singapore for 3 days then back to Thailand where I want to then activate a 60 day visa so I don’t have to get an extension (as will be in a rural area)
TLDR : Answer Summary
An Australian traveler plans to enter Thailand for 28 days, then fly to Singapore for 3 days, and return to Thailand to activate a 60-day visa. Several responses discuss the challenges of using a traditional visa, suggesting that if it's visible in the passport, it will likely be activated upon entry. Alternatives include applying for a visa exemption and considering e-visas, which do not get stamped in the passport, allowing for a different entry stamp. Some suggest a multi-entry tourist visa as a viable option, but it may involve complex compliance. Overall, the consensus leans towards caution regarding the visibility of the visa and potential activation upon re-entry.