Can I enter Thailand on a visa exemption and extend my stay?

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Visa exempt entry for 59 day stay with Thai wife
My wife is Thai and we plan to go to Thailand mid January for 59 days

My question if I get stamped in visa exempt for 30 days l can then go to immigration and extend for another 30 days not a problem

We will probably fly Thai from Heathrow my only concern is if Thai airline ask to see my visa at check in

Anyone advice would be appreciated

Many thanks

Ask Thailand · Answer

The user inquired about entering Thailand for 59 days using a visa exemption due to their marriage to a Thai citizen. Community members suggested the possibility of extending the initial 30-day exemption by visiting an immigration office, but many recommended obtaining a 60-day tourist visa or a Non-O visa for the best experience and to avoid potential airline issues at check-in. They highlighted that airlines might require proof of onward travel, and obtaining a ticket out of Thailand or a refundable ticket was advised to facilitate boarding.

Kevin ******* · Answer

Just flown into Bangkok from from Korea on a Non o marriage. Was asked a checking for a ticket out of Thailand luckily I purchased a Dummy ticket  online with a legit PNR glad I did as I wouldn't have boarded that flight worth the tenner I paid in my opinion

Betty ********* · Answer

If you are going middle january , apply 6 weeks to 2 months before. They are taking ages to send out tourist visas, where in the past it was under 2 weeks.

Leigh ***** · Answer

Flown with thai airways many times from heathrow  and never been asked to show visa

Lee *********** · Answer

For less hassle just get a SETV for £30

Luc ************ · Answer

Thai Airlines asks for a return flight within 30 days if you cant show a visa. So get one asap.

Newfarang **** · Answer

Apply for 60 day tourist visa cheaper than messing at immigration office for 30 day extension.

Peter ******** · Answer

You can apply for a 60 day tourist visa online. Or buy a refundable ticket out of Thailand so the airline will let you board the plane, and get 30 day extension in Thailand.

John ********** · Answer

Yes you can, but as you suggest your airline may insist on you having a ticket out of Thailand within the 30 days. Plus the hassle of getting an extension inside Thailand makes applying for a visa a sensible decision, you have a choice of either a 60 day tourist visa or a 90 day Non-O visa based on marriage

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