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Can I extend my visa in Phuket and do I need an exit ticket to enter Thailand?

Thai Visa Extension Exempt Visa Phuket Immigration Offices Travel to Malaysia Airline Exit Ticket Requirements German Citizens in Thailand

Jul 3, 2022

4 years ago

Jannah ********

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Hi everyone 🙂 hope you are feeling well during this turbulent corona times!

I am going to enter Thailand with an excempt visa (as a German citizen) and I want to extend it once after i arrive. Do you know if it is possible to extend it in Phuket? 

And after Thailand i want to go to Malaysia by bus or train, do I need to have a ticket that confirms that I will leave Thailand before I enter Thailand or is it possible to buy it when I am in Thailand and know that my extend is going to work? 

Thank you very much for your support!

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A German citizen can extend their exempt visa at one of the three immigration offices in Phuket: the main office in Phuket Town, the office in Patong Beach, or at the Blue Tree water park. Regarding the requirement for an exit ticket, it varies; while some individuals manage to board flights without one, most airlines demand proof of onward travel. Therefore, it's advisable to purchase a bus or train ticket to Malaysia prior to entering Thailand to avoid complications.

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In Phuket you can extend at any of the 3 immigration offices. Phuket Town main office, Patong Beach or Blue Tree water park.

As to whether you’ll need an exit ticket that is a coin toss. Some get away without one. Most have issues with their airline not allowing them to board without one. Buy a bus or train ticket to Malaysia and that’ll have you covered.

4 years ago

Jannah ********

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@Stuart ********

thank you so much for your helpful information 🙏 have a good night!

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