Can I re-enter Thailand by land with a tourist visa after multiple visa-exempt entries?

Thai Tourist Visa Visa Exemption Entry Regulations Thailand Immigration Visa Rules

July 17, 2024

2 months ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hello, I am going to leave Thailand and re-enter by land. 

I have already done it twice this year, with visa exemption. This time I return with a real tourist visa made at the Thai consulate in Kuala Lumpur. 

I know that we have the right to do it twice maximum, by land, with visa exemption but does this apply with a real tourist visa? Would I have any problems re-entering Thailand?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user is inquiring about re-entering Thailand by land after holding a tourist visa obtained in Kuala Lumpur. They seek clarification on any limitations related to previous entries under visa exemption, emphasizing their concern about potential issues upon re-entry with a valid tourist visa. Responses suggest that there are no restrictions on entering Thailand by land with a tourist visa, contrasting it with the two-entry limit applicable to visa-exempt entries. Additional comments highlight potential risks and concerns regarding immigration scrutiny based on the user's entry history.

James ********

Suggest you get the correct visa for your planned stay in Thailand. Even with a Thai tourist visa, you still can be questioned by Thai Immigration Officers upon arrival and DENIED ENTRY. With your recent history of Entry and staying in Thailand, I believe you are at risk. Good Luck 🍀

2 months ago

James ********

And it appears that you have been living in Thailand since 2022... Be careful... As you are now using a 🆕 New passport, the Thai Immigration Officers still see your entire history. As the computers now link together All of your passports.

2 months ago

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Henk *********

Hi! Could I ask you how long it took you to get the Thai tourist visa in KL? Last year when I checked, they said a minimum of 4 weeks, which seemed outrageously long for such a visa. Thanks!

2 months ago

Raphi *******

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@Henk ********

4 weeks..

I’ve a French passport; I hope it will take not too long. On the website of ambassy, they say it takes 2 business days.

2 months ago

Raphi *******

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Yes.. 2 years in work permit then exemption visa 3 times; with 3 times extension of stay. Good luck for me and everyone in the same situation 🍀🙏🏽

2 months ago

Raphi *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

No problem, I will keep the group in touch. In case the worst case scenario happens in the border 8 will use all the tools I know to get through it.

2 months ago

James ********

@Raphi ******

the availability of tools are drawing to a close as you have been living in Thailand for several years. Good Luck 🍀

2 months ago

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James ********

@Raphi ******

let us know if you are issued the new Thai tourist visa at KL. They are known to deny those who have a recent history of entry and extension stamps in their passport.

2 months ago

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James ********

@Henk ********

that is because of YOUR PASSPORT NATION. Some require 4 weeks to process. Most don't.

2 months ago

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James ********

Tod *********

the limit on land entries is when you enter "free stamp" (visa exempt) entry

There is no limit to land entries when you enter on a real visa from a consulate

2 months ago

Raphi *******

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@Tod ********

thank you so much for your quick answer 🙏🏽

2 months ago

Tod *********

@Raphi ******

good luck with it, safe travels (remember KL is a consulate you need to book an appt online to get in the gate) 🙂

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