Answered4 years ago

Can I enter Thailand on a 30-day visa exemption and extend it for a total of four months with border runs?

Visa Exemption 30-Day Visa Visa Extension Border Run Thailand Immigration METV

Steve *******

asked Apr 21, 2023

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Hello All.... Am I correct in believing that I can still enter Thailand on 30 day visa exemption stamp, which can then be extended by a further 30 days....? If this can then be followed by two land border runs it would give a total of 4 months....? Or is there something I've missed....? (This approach might be a better option for me than the six month ME visa which would require me to have travel plans fixed in advance...)

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Yes, you can enter Thailand on a 30-day visa exemption stamp, which can be extended for an additional 30 days at an immigration office. Following this, you can perform one land border run to gain another 30-day stamp, allowing for a total stay of up to four months. However, be aware that airlines may require proof of an outbound ticket when you check in. It is also important to consider the risks involved, as entry on border runs can sometimes be denied.

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Wannikea *********

Applying for METV with proof of need with tickets doesn't obligate you to follow through on those plans you showed to get the visa.

4 years ago

Stuart *********

Something missed may be that your airline will not let board if you don’t have a ticket out within the initial days allowed (30). Regardless that you could get an in country extension or border bounce.

Some may let you. Some won’t.

4 years ago

James ********

4 years ago

James ********

30 Day extension of stay available at Thai Immigration office for EACH entry into Thailand

4 years ago

James ********

Your plan will work for a total of 4 months to stay in Thailand ..

BUT Only will need to do One border bounce... As it also will give you a 30 day extension of stay ...

1+1 = 60 days

One land border bounce

1+1 = 60 days

Total of 120 days/4 months in Thailand

4 years ago

John **********

It might be a better approach in your mind but also risks you getting refused entry on one of your border runs. Much better to start with the appropriate visa.

4 years ago