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Can I fly into Thailand again after a short stay and extension?
Aug 2, 2024
2 years ago
Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTERI was recently in Thailand for just under 3 months as I got an extension from the Thai embassy. I flew from England and a month ago I went to Vietnam for a week and flew back to Thailand. I’m now back in England. Can I fly into Thailand again in two weeks time?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user sought advice regarding the possibility of re-entering Thailand after a recent visit and extension of stay. Responses indicated that it should be fine to fly back in, with some caution to avoid overstaying or appearing to live in Thailand without proper documentation. Clarifications about visa extensions confirmed that extensions are typically handled by immigration authorities in Thailand, not at embassies.
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Tim ********
Yes. You will get the 60 day exempt agin. This time.
Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Tim *******
thank you. I was pretty sure but just last minute worrying. Thank you all for your helpTim ********
@Joe ******
only the paranoid survive.Tim ********
@Joe ******
then go to Immigration and get another 30 in country. Ignore the what ifs and fluffs. You will figure it out as you go along.Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Tim *******
I think I can only get another 30 once every 6 months. Thank you TimTim ********
@Joe ******
then you border bounce and come back again.Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Tim *******
yes, that’s what I’m thinking and udon Thani is close to Laos.Reply to
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Steve *********
Just spreading some “Joe Seeds” all over Asia huh??? 🤷♂️🤣😜
Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Steve ********
I have completely fallen in love with a very lovely lady, I’m moving to udon Thani with her. You never know 😜Tim ********
@Joe ******
stop right there.Reply to
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Julian ********
It’s only Thailand mate, not mars
Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Julian *******
yea, I know where it is you idiot. This is a place for advice right? Say something helpful or stfuReply to
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Todd *********
Yes, of course you can. Just fly in.
You extended at Thai immigration not the embassy though.
You extended at Thai immigration not the embassy though.
Andy ************
How did you get an extension from the Thai embassy? They only issue actual visas
Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Andy ***********
yes, I got a 1 month extension from the Thai embassyDella ********
@Joe ******
Do you mean Immigration not Embassy?Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTERPattaya
John *******
@Joe ******
That would be an Immigration Office, not an Embassy. Embassies are overseasJoe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@John ******
oh yea, sorry! My mistake. It’s still early here 😳Reply to
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Andy ************
@Joe ******
Embassies don't give extensions. Which embassy?Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Andy ***********
pattayaAndy ************
@Joe ******
A Thai embassy in Pattaya? I know Pattaya's a strange place but that takes the cake! 😆Steve ******
@Andy ***********
its in soi 6 /1Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Andy ***********
I’m so sorry! It was my son’s 18th birthday yesterday and I am so hungover! Yes, it is a strange place though. Udon Thani nextReply to
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Brandon ************
Should be okay. Just be careful when you get to the point where it looks like you're trying to live in Thailand rather than be a tourist. That's when you'll start to run into issues entering Thailand. But no one can answer when that is, as it's up to each individual immigration officer to determine.
Joe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Brandon ***********
thank you so much for getting back to me. So I should be ok with just my full uk passport and 20,000 baht. No need to seek another visa?Brandon ************
@Joe ******
if you've been in Thailand for 3 months this year, the odds are low of you having any issues. Those usually seem to start around 5 or 6 monthsJoe *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Brandon ***********
I thought so but it’s good to have the information confirmed. Thank you so muchReply to
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