Ask

Answered3 years ago

Can I apply for a multiple entry tourist visa (METV) to Thailand without showing a return flight confirmation?

Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV)Visa Application Thailand Visa Rules Travel Planning Expat Advice

Andrew *********

Andrew *********

OP

asked Oct 2, 2023

1.4k

views

3

replies

6

likes

Hello all!

I'm planning on visiting Thailand using a multiple entry tourist visa (METV) and using it as a home base as I visit other countries in Asia. The eVisa application asks for a flight confirmation for leaving Thailand. However, I don't plan on booking my other tickets until I'm already in Thailand. Is there any way around this? Thanks (FYI I'm a US citizen)

Answer summary

The user is seeking advice on applying for a multiple entry tourist visa (METV) to Thailand without having to present a flight confirmation for leaving Thailand, as they plan to visit other countries after arriving. Other community members provide insights indicating the necessity to show proof of a flight within the first 59 days of arrival in Thailand to validate the need for the METV.

3 repliesnewest first

2

Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.

James ********

James ********

I believe that the OP has the answers needed to get his METV multiple entry tourist visa. We wish him success.

Comments Closed

2

James ********

James ********

I have removed a comment about sending a PM to the OP. The person who posted it is now gone. We don't allow any... I sent a PM to you...replies.

5

James ********

James ********

You will need to show PROOF of one flight from Thailand to a neighbor SE Asia country within the first 59 days of your arrival into Thailand. That shows the need for the METV.

Use the search 🔍 tool top of this forum page and enter METV

CLICK on it and all posts about getting a New METV multiple entry tourist visa will Pop up to read the advice given to others.

Pay particular attention to the advice given by

s .

****************************************************************************************

**********

*****

*****

*****

1/?mibextid=Nif5oz

7

Activity

2 joined

Andrew *********

Andrew *********

2

people

Thai Visa Advice

Thai Visa Advice

...members40% approval

Member 1

Member 2

Member 3

Member 4

Member 5

Member 6

Member 7

Member 8

Conversation Join group

Related

25

Do I need a return flight to Thailand when applying for a 6-Month METV?

How can I apply for a single entry tourist visa for Thailand while in Bali?

Can I extend my 6-month multiple-entry tourist visa in Thailand without voiding it?

What are the new visa rules for Thailand effective September 15, 2026?

Which has a higher approval rate: Soft Power or Workcation visa applications?

What is the easiest way to apply for a DTV visa in Thailand as a retiree?

What are the requirements for long-term accommodation proof for a Non-O 90-day visa in Thailand?

Can I apply for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) while in Thailand on a tourist visa?

Can I use a bus ticket to Laos as proof of onward travel for a multiple entry tourist visa application for Thailand?

Can I use a bus ticket to Laos as a travel booking for my METV application?

How often do I need to renew my visa in Thailand after receiving a short-term visa instead of a DTV?

Is it an issue to have a return flight 89 days after arrival in Thailand with a 60-day visa exemption?

Can I apply for a Destination Thailand visa while on a tourist visa with my daughter?

What details do I need to fill in for a DTV visa appointment at the Thai embassy in Vietnam?

Is my reason for applying for a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa to Thailand valid as a digital nomad?

What are the rules and recommendations for using a multiple entry tourist visa (METV) in Thailand?

Can I apply for a Non-O multi-entry retirement visa while in Thailand on a tourist visa?

How does a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) work with the eVisa system in Thailand?

Can I apply for a re-entry visa in Thailand without knowing my departure date?

Will an unpaid phone bill affect my visa application for Thailand?

Can I apply for a Non-O visa extension and re-entry permit without confirmed flight details?

Is a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa the best option for a 6-month stay in Thailand with trips to neighboring countries?

Is it advisable for a Russian passport holder to do a visa run to Cambodia or Laos for a tourist visa extension in Thailand?

Do I need to show a return flight within 60 days for a METV visa application?

What should I explain as my intended stay when applying for a METV to Thailand?

Resources

Cannabis shops near me Retirement visa extension eSIM for Thailand LTR visa qualification

Need help with your Thai visa?