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Can I buy a one-way ticket to Thailand with a non O-A multi visa?
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Nov 3, 2017
8 years ago
Phatruthai ****
ORIGINAL POSTERhi, just got a non O-A multi for 1 year in france...anyone know if i can buy a one way ticket to thailand? thank you....
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The question asks if it's possible to buy a one-way ticket to Thailand with a non O-A multi visa. Multiple responses indicate that with this type of visa, a one-way ticket is typically acceptable. However, some commenters caution that airline policies may vary, and it's advisable to confirm with the airline before purchasing the ticket. An onward travel ticket can be purchased as a precaution, but it's generally not necessary for holders of long-term visas such as the non O-A.
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Brandon *****
What is a non O-A multi..?
Joe ***********
Can only get the Non O-A in one's home country
Brandon *****
@JD ******
thank you for your reply...Brandon *****
Arthur N Olive S-v how so..?
Joe ***********
Are you asking a question or making a statement?
Joe ***********
Non Immigrant O-A Multi Entry Visa - one year - nearly auto extended for another 12 months with an Exit and Reentry to Thailand. Applicant must be age 50 or older. The application must be done at a Thai Embassy / Consulate in one's home country. There is a medical and police background check (nothing major). Finances are: Have to have 800,000 Thai Baht equivalent in a bank account outside Thailand - usually in one's home country. Other details can be found at the Thai Embassy website in one's home country.
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Terary **********
In the U.S. the hang-up is airline. You can buy one ticket to Thailand (answer to your question). Can you board a plane with a one-way to ticket to Thailand? Is the question I think you mean to ask. The risk is if the airline will allow you to board, and that is a matter of policy and Airline employee implementation. Best bet - buy bus ticket to Phnom Pehn - $20 and you may even end up using it, or plan a trip with 60 days of being here.
Robert ************
Not that guy, but I fly out of LAX on Cathay Pacific on one way tickets, with a visa, and once they see the visa there are no issues.
Terary **********
For me? I am am US citizen, flying from US.. I flew EVA.. I called a couple of their offices and got different answers.. I then just bough bus ticket to Cambodia.. I do not remember if they asked to see onward travel or not.. But's it's a $20 insurance policy.
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@Michael *******
. Which airline? Which airport?Michael ********
just got a non O-A multi for 1 year = Not required.
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Michael ********
No need on the visa you have.
Reiner *********
Yes u can !
I have been never asked about a ticket out of thailand with a visa !
I have been never asked about a ticket out of thailand with a visa !
Tim *******
By the looks of your profile you are Thai? Why do you need a visa? Thais can return even with expired passports I read somewhere.
Paul **********
@Phatruthai ***
I came in on a return ticket from london to Bangkok with a 1 yr retirement visa last friday I put i was staying at my wifes address we had no problems what so everTim *******
So if you’re worried, just buy an onward ticket.
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Paul **********
I think at the very least 50/ 50 lol
Phatruthai ****
ORIGINAL POSTERwell, my wife is but im not.
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Phatruthai ****
ORIGINAL POSTERthanks for the answer,,,will check with air france tomorrow..
Michael ********
If worried, then buy an onward ticket for as cheap a price as possible.
Michael ********
You never get asked on arrival to Thailand. The most likely is to be asked by the airline if you do not have a visa or if you have a 1 time visa, ie 60 day. If you have a visa that is multiple entry it is unlikely that you will be asked as you are able to leave at any time and return at any time......so why would you book a specific ticket.
Michael ********
Not needed.
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@James **********
. Oh dear. Come on, is that your best shot? Very sad indeed.James ***********
Yes, you must.. Bellend
Steve *******
@James **********
. Nice try. 2 out of 10 for effort. Must do better!James ***********
It's a whole different ball game if you don't know what you're talking about.. Do try and keep up with the 'original' thread
Steve *******
@James **********
. That's for arrival in Thailand. Boarding your flight with a 1 way ticket is a whole different ball game.James ***********
Proof of onward travel is only required for visa on arrival or visa exempt entry
Phatruthai ****
ORIGINAL POSTERthanks,,,finally i think will do that,
Steve *******
Just buy a return ticket, they're only only about €50 more and junk the return. Problem solved!
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เดวิด **********
With a long stay visa, a one way ticket will not be a problem at all.
Steve *******
Jim It's up to the airlines who boards and who doesnt. Also it's the airport authority who sets the rule. IATA is just an independent board of trade, they have no authority over who flys or who doesnt
Jim *******
I beg to differ,as they make the airline rules and it's easy to show that at check-in and if still a problem one can speak and show that to a supervisor, or in the end sign a waiver.
Steve *******
@J**
. IATA has no control over who boards a flight or who doesnt.Jim *******
Steve, I was probably talking more so about tourist visa as far as itineraries go,which is what I've always been asked to send in,but overall, what I said applies,including IATA which makes the rules for the airlines,so an O A as far as check in applies falls into the exact same category as a T.V. and they cannot refuse you boarding.
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@J**
. You're confusing local consulates and short haul flights. There's no proof of requirements of flights/travel to obtain an non imm OA visaPaul **********
When i used to have 3 mths Thailand and 3 mths working in England which i did for quite a number of yrs about 12 i allways booked my flights well in advance as it was a cheaper way than last minuet bookings m
Jim *******
Total nonsense Steve.
Steve *******
@J**
. Most consulates advise you to obtain the visa before you book a flight. The Embassy/Consulate and airlines/airports are in no way connected. IATA has nothing to do with it.Jim *******
If you check Thailand on IATA you'll find that it states,or did,No onward ticket required if one has a visa from a Thai embassy or consulate,and really, why would they sell you a visa when they're aware that you have a one way ticket. I've been questioned once,and just said exactly that at check-in. No further problems.
Paul **********
I came through Heathrow last Friday the worst airport ive come accross for disabled assited travelers and generally unhelpful staff with couple of diamonds with out whose help we would of missed our flight just like to add we checked in 4 and a half hrs before depature
เดวิด **********
Can't speak to LHR. But I fly a star alliance airline whenever I go overseas and a one-way ticket has never been a problem for me.
Anyway, the poster is doing the best thing...call the airline and ask. 😁
Anyway, the poster is doing the best thing...call the airline and ask. 😁
Steve *******
LHR are super hot, if you dont have official residency or onward travel, it's a given that you wont be allowed to board. Non imm OA or not
เดวิด **********
The OA visa does not require the poster to make border bounces every 90 days. Just the 90 day report. Thus an out bound ticket is not required. You friend was on an O visa that requires a border bounce every 90 days.
Steve *******
Let's hope so, the non imm o me is also a 1 year multiple entry visa
เดวิด **********
While I don't doubt your friends experience, the poster has a 1 year multiple entry OA visa and will not have an issue.
Steve *******
Depends on the airline and the airport. I know 2 people who have been refused boarding at LHR with 1 way tickets even though they had non imm o multi entry visas to Thailand. They were advised to show onward travel within 90 days.
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Steve *******
Depends on the airline. It's pretty much impossible from LHR. Just buy a cheap onward travel ticket to be on the safe side
Steve *******
@James **********
. We know that! Do try and keep up with the origional threadJames ***********
Security has nothing got to do with it.. almost all countries with visa free entry require proof of onward travel before boarding to prevent people being denied entry at the destination and the destination country having to foot the bill to send the traveler home
Steve *******
Paul. That's what Im saying. LHR are shit hot on security now. They, and the airline, dont give a shit about the traveler
Paul **********
The last time i had a one way was 4 yr ago Steve , Me and my family flew back on a return with B A last friday from Heathrow the service me and my family was offerd at Heathrow was shit absolutly disgusting , unlike Bangkok 100% treatment for disabled assited travelers
Steve *******
Paul. Good for you. LHR are shit hot now. Especially the 'star alliance' group. Eva maybe.Times have changed since the last 6 months, with the security shit going down
Paul **********
Ive had one ways from Gatwick with Emirates and Heathrow with Eva never had a problem
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Thierry ********
Yes sure
Joe ***********
Yes you can
Phatruthai ****
ORIGINAL POSTERbad experience,,,..just that
Jason ******
Phatruthai Ae Why do you think so negative like this? Did you do something to fear immigration upon arrival?
Phatruthai ****
ORIGINAL POSTERany problem with the immigration at the airport? they wont kick me out right?
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