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Can I enter Thailand on a one way ticket with a Non-O visa?

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Aug 28, 2023

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Chris *********

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Hi, 

I am currently in Thailand.

I will return home for Christmas. 

I have a non o immigrant visa which will need to be extended  by 7th March 24.

I have multiple re-entry permit.

I would like to come here back in January. 

Can I enter Thailand on a one way ticket?

Thank you for your assistance.

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The user inquired about entering Thailand on a one way ticket with a Non-O immigrant visa that needs extending by March 7, 2024. Community members confirmed that long term visas like the Non-O do not require an onward or return ticket. They advised that it's possible to enter Thailand with a one way ticket and suggested considering future purchases of round-trip tickets for cost efficiency.

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Rob **********

Yes you most certainly can.

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Chris *********

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thanks for replying. Much appreciated

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Andreas *********

you seem not to hold a Non-Imm-O "visa" any more, but you are on a "1-year extension of stay permit" based on retirement. You have a "stay permit", not a "visa". Well it doesn't make any difference, you can fly one-way to Thailand, there is no need to show any onward travel proof to the airline that flies you to Thailand

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Chris *********

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Thanks for the clarification. Yes. You are right. This is my first full time year here and admit I find the terminology a little confusing.

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it's the Immigration who confuses "visa" with "stay permit". They don't make any difference between the actually two technically different things. Immigration talks about "extending the visa" although they are just extending stay permits. The visa you entered with, has been made invalid upon entry, there is nothing left of said visa that can be extended

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Thank you🙂

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Av **********

Yes but keep in mind round-trip tickets are usually cheaper...just make return for ur next vacay

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@Chris ********

yah that's what we do...and sometim3s we end up having to pay extra to change the date...but you know it's always nice to have the option to go home in case of a family emergency

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Chris *********

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thanks. Yes. I thought in future I'll get a return ticket from here.

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Chris *********

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Excellent news. Thank you very much for your prompt response. Qantas have a sale which I'd lik5to take advantage of. Good to know I can go ahead and book with confidence. I really respect the sensible and correct advice in this group.

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Bobby *********

Yes you can enter on a one way ticket

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Chris *********

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@Bobby ********

thanks for taking the time to reply. Much appreciated

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@Chris ********

any time

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Stuart *********

Long term visas like a Non O do not require an onward or return ticket. If asked for one at check-in then ask to speak to a supervisor.

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@Stuart ********

see reply below about excellent news. It was meant for you. Thanks again

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