Answered2 years ago
Can I get a 60-day visa exemption upon re-entering Thailand after visiting Bali for a few days?
I see Bali has a 30 day exempt visa at entry. Am I right in thinking. That if I fly out there for a few days to a week, the day my tourist visa expires. On my return to Thailand my passport will be stamped with a 60 day exempt.
Answer summary
The discussion revolves around the validity and nuances of visa exemptions when traveling from Thailand to Bali. The original poster is contemplating a trip to Bali to reset their visa status, potentially gaining another 60 days upon re-entry to Thailand. Community responses clarify that while the re-entry might grant a 60-day visa exemption, experiences may vary based on the immigration officer's discretion. There are also comments addressing confusion over Bali's visa policies and warnings about possibly being flagged for multiple consecutive exemptions.
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Anthony ******************
I was told there is a limit if two such entries per calander year. You may be lucky I think they warn you
Bart **************
@Anthony *****************
where did you read that??Anthony ******************
Google This is what Immigartaion tld me at the Airport
George’s **********************
OP@Anthony *****************
when I left from Bkk the first time. I was informed by immigration at the airport that I would be able to come and go as many times through out the year. This was at the same time as they changed their length of tourist visa from 30days to 60 days…Bart **************
Since when does Bali have visa exempt again? It's great news, but do you have a source?
George’s **********************
OP@Bart *************
Was that question directed to myselfBart **************
@George’s *********************
yes, sir.George’s **********************
OP@Bart *************
Thank you for that….usefull to know.Bart **************
@George’s *********************
it's called a visa on arrival, and despite the name of it, you can now buy one in advance. If you do that then you pay upfront, obviously. Otherwise you have a desk to buy a visa first, before passport control. But there are no queues anymore, since everyone is buying it upfront by now. It's easiest to buy there on the spot.George’s **********************
OP@Bart *************
Also from from what I have just read. since 2023 British Uk passport holders can obtain a 30 visa on arrival. Just guessing now. Is the fee paid at Indonisian / Bali passport control. Or is one directed to immigration area.George’s **********************
OP@Bart *************
It was something I read on google. But I may have misread the article. Or the article failed to mention fees etc for certain country’s. Example. The Uk where I am from.
Anton *******
I got questioned when trying for the First Time at Don Muang…
Erik **********
@Anton ******
was that a problem ? Or did they let you in ?Anton *******
@Erik *********
They let me in but a bit reluctantly…George’s **********************
OP@Anton ******
Annoying when intentions are honest ha
Jim **********
@Anton ******
same with meGeorge’s **********************
OP@Jim *********
trying whatNongnuch ********
keep in mind that while two consecutive visa-exempt entries into Thailand will be absolutely no problem, not even if you have maxxed out your first exempt entry by a 30-days extension, a third attempt can result in getting questioned, warned to obtain the correct visa for your purposes, on your next visit, and get you "flagged" in the Immigration computer system.
George’s **********************
OPThank you. I will keep that in mind.
Graham ******
@Nongnuch *******
there is no such guaranteeBart **************
@Graham *****
there is no such guarantee, but what are people helped with? Law citations, or realistic prospects?George’s **********************
OPI think I may need a lawyer
George’s **********************
OP@Bart *************
maybe a bit technical for meNongnuch ********
@Bart *************
I think Graham is referring to "assumptions" which factually never carry a warrantyNongnuch ********
@Graham *****
two visa-exempt entries are definitely possible - depending that your stamp history doesn't show extensive use of tourist or exempt entries in the recent 365 days period. After that, I don't give you a guarantee any more 😄😅George’s **********************
OP@Nongnuch *******
one never knowsNongnuch ********
@George’s *********************
you are welcome to presume soGeorge’s **********************
OP@Nongnuch *******
do you work for Thai immigrationThaimer ******
Bali have visa on arrival ( 500k IDR fee ), not exemption unless you’re from ASEAN countries
George’s **********************
OP@Thaimer *****
ASEAN. A little help from google. I have a better understanding now thank you. The GF is Thai. She would be exempt. And I may have better chance of getting a stamp on my passport.Thaimer ******
@George’s *********************
which passport your GF have is irrelevant to you. All that matters is which passport you haveGeorge’s **********************
OP@Thaimer *****
I understand this …George’s **********************
OP@Thaimer *****
500k IDR Fee. Is that Bali money.
Tom *****
@George’s *********************
Arond 35 US$Thaimer ******
@George’s *********************
That’s Indonesian money, as you’ll visit Indonesia.George’s **********************
OP@Thaimer *****
just visited google. Seems a nice experience you encounted….Thaimer ******
@George’s *********************
5x 30 daysGeorge’s **********************
OP@Thaimer *****
How long was your trip..Thaimer ******
@George’s *********************
yes I did.George’s **********************
OP@Thaimer *****
That is correct. A Island belonging to Indonesia. Have you ever visited Indonesia?
Paul **********
You don't have a tourist visa by the sounds of it.
George’s **********************
OP@Paul *********
I have one at this time. But when I leave and return . I will be looking for a 60 day on entry.George’s **********************
OPditto
Todd *********
@George’s *********************
no problemm
Declan **********
Visa exempt into thailand is 60 days. Whether you leave on day 60 or on day two and return the same day or 20 days later you will get 60 days on entry... whether you will be allowed to enter though is down to the immigration officer you're facing at the time
Jeffrey **********
@Declan *********
they do look for patterns and visa runs. It’s the discretion of the individual processing you at that moment.George’s **********************
OPYes just curious how one would buy a return ticket. Maybe one has the choice to fly somewhere else. Boggling…
Declan **********
@George’s *********************
nope, it's extremely rare you get a choice. It's my understanding that the vast majority of the time they will force you to fly back to the country of the passport you are holding.George’s **********************
OP@Declan *********
hmmmm. If they do not let me through passport control. Where do I go from there.???Declan **********
@George’s *********************
most the time they will force you to buy a ticket back to the country of the passport you're holding, sometimes someone will get extremely lucky and get to choose where but the vast majority don't get this option. If you don't have the money they will hold you in an immigration detention unit (at your own cost) until you can buy a ticket.George’s **********************
OP@Declan *********
okidokie
Andy ********
@George’s *********************
I think they normally send you back from where you flew from but not 100% certain. Unless you have been to Thailand many times recently I don't think you will have a problem and will get another 60 day stamp.Activity
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