Can I obtain a Visa on Arrival upon returning to Thailand after my 30-day extension expires?

May 7, 2018
7 years ago
Jimmy ****
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My 30 day extension expires May 9th but I'll be in Hawaii for a week. Can I get a visa on arrival when I return?
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The user inquires about the possibility of obtaining a Visa on Arrival when returning to Thailand after their 30-day extension expires. Responses indicate that eligibility for a Visa on Arrival largely depends on the traveler's country of passport. If they return by plane, they can generally receive a Visa on Arrival, although confirmation of return flight may be required by the airline.
Robert *******
Unless your passport is from one of these 21 countries you can not get a Visa on Arrival. Depending on passport you could be eligible for the 30 day Visa Exempt Entry (entry without Visa).
Ian ***************
@Jimmy ***
you should have no problem getting another visa-exempt 30-day entry with fly-in after a week "back home". What the authorities are targeting is repeat back-to-back border hoppers who appear to be abusing the system to stay here indefinitely.
Robert *******
They can ask questions if you have a history of Visa Exempt Entry and/or tourist visa. But if you have proof of funds of 20k Thb or equivalent in cash, proof of accommodation and onward travel it should be no problem.
Jimmy ****
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@Robert ******
can I still get visa exempt when I return?
Robert *******
It is called the Visa Exempt Entry and gives you 30 days of stay and you can extend that stay once at Immigration for another 30 days.
Jimmy ****
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I'm an American and arrived last year and got 30 days but not sure what it was.
Raúl *******
Jimmy if you come back by plane you will have your 30 days visa on arrival without any problem. Probably the airline will ask you for a back flight ticket when you will departure as they are responsable of you to leave Thailand within those 30 days.
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