Hello I am planning on coming to Thailand in November. I originally was looking at coming in on the tourist exemption visa for Australians. From this visa can I apply for the METV or should I just go straight for that visa in my country. I'm looking at staying thailand for a year. I was also looking into the education visa. Thanks for any help in advance ๐
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The user is considering entering Thailand on a tourist exemption visa but is uncertain whether they can apply for the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) after arrival or should obtain it beforehand in Australia. Commenters clarified that it is not possible to apply for any tourist visa, including the METV, from within Thailand. Instead, it is advisable to obtain the METV prior to arriving in Thailand, as it allows for several entries and nearly nine months of stay if planned correctly. The user is also interested in obtaining an education visa.