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Can I enter Thailand as a tourist if my Non-O Visa is delayed, and can I use that visa afterward?

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Ludovica *******

asked Nov 16, 2023

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Hello, 

I have requested the Non-O Visa online with Italian embassy (90 days/my spouse has work permit in Thailand, I am in Italy now).

1-In case I would not have the VISA in time, can i come in Thailand as tourist?

(this would be the second entrance as tourist this year-the first one was by land and I stayed 1.5 month, exit for one month. Before that exit ,I was in Thailand with Non-O)

2-If they let me in, can i then use afterward the VISA issued online or I will have to apply for a new one in Thailand?

Thank you

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The individual inquired about the possibility of entering Thailand as a tourist if their Non-O Visa application is delayed. They have already entered Thailand as a tourist earlier this year and are currently awaiting a visa linked to their spouse's work permit. The response outlined that they can enter Thailand as a tourist even if their Non-O Visa is not processed in time, although there may be entry questions. If admitted, they can use the new visa once issued but must exit and re-enter Thailand on that visa.

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Ellie *******

1-In case I would not have the VISA in time, can i come in Thailand as tourist?

-> Yes, you can. But there is not zero possibility of you being pulled aside and questioned. Cannot assure the approval of your entry to Thailand, but a letter from your wife's employer or your wife MIGHT help in case you are questioned.

2-If they let me in, can i then use afterward the VISA issued online or I will have to apply for a new one in Thailand?

-> You can use the delayed visa once it's issued, but you need to leave Thailand once and enter Thailand on that visa. You cannot use it inside Thailand. You don't have to apply a new one.

I don't have an answer if you can apply for a new visa inside Thailand while you still have a valid single entry visa from the Thai embassy outside Thailand. As a general rule, you cannot apply for a second visa while another is active.

3 years ago