Can I enter Thailand as a Visa Exempt instead of using my Non O-A visa for short stays?

Visa Exempt Entry Non O-A Visa Immigration Regulations Thailand Visa Rules Address Reporting TM6 Arrival Card TM30 Reporting

Aug 16, 2019

5 years ago

Stefano ***********

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Gday again,

I had a couple more questions from my previous post but I wasn't quick enough. Sorry to ask so many questions but here's 2 more.

Firstly, I'm flying back in on Sept 21 and flying back out 2 days later for a 10 day trip to Manila so basically my only day in Thailand I'll have to spend at immigration reporting for a 48 hour stay. Im' guessing that's correct ?

Secondly, I still work offshore so I travel in/out on a monthly basis. I was using METV but thought I'd do the right thing and get a Non O A. Now with all this reporting saga I'm regretting the new visa. 

My question is Can I NOT use my Non O A by not putting a visa number on the TM6 arrival card and just come in Visa Exempt as I wont be in Thailand for more than 30 days at any given time ? I can see this becoming a real pain in the neck.

Thanks Steve

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user seeks clarification on whether they can enter Thailand without using their Non O-A visa, opting instead for a Visa Exempt Entry for a short stay of under 30 days. They express concern about the documentary requirements and reporting obligations that come with the Non O-A visa due to their offshore work travel schedule.

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Robert *******

And here you can read all we know about the TM30, if you still have any questions visit your Immigration Office

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5 years ago

Marty *********

You might eventually have problems repeatedly using visa exempt.

5 years ago

Robert *******

let me see if I understand this. You like to avoid to report your address by using a Visa Exempt Entry in stead of your valid Non Immigrant O-A visa. BUT as we explained so many times, the way you get access in Thailand has NOTHING to do with this address registation. It simple count for every foreigner, even for offshore workers.

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Can I switch from a Non-OA extension to a Non-O visa by exiting and re-entering Thailand on a 30-day visa exemption?

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