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Can I return to Thailand on a tourist visa after leaving for 3 months?

David **********
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If I was in Thailand on a tourist visa for 3 months and then left for 3 months, can I come right back for another 3 months?
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If you have been in Thailand on a tourist visa for 3 months and then left for 3 months, you may be able to return for another 3 months. It is advisable to buy another tourist visa online, present proof of onward travel, and prepare for potential inquiries at passport control, as immigration authorities are vigilant about individuals trying to reside in Thailand on tourist visas.
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Tod *********
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So you bought a tourist visa from a thai consulate in your country via the online eVisa system, came here, were stamped in for 60 days, took the one 30 day extension at the immigration office and now you've been out of the country for 3 months?

I would say buy another tourist visa online have proof of onward travel and you should be okay. They are looking at people who are trying to live here on free stamp (visa exempt) and/or tourist visa entries and if they will ask you anything at passport control it will be proof of onward travel
Ralph *******
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@Tod ********
it’s 6 months in a year. They are very likely to see that as trying to live in Thailand long term.
Tod *********
Tod *********
there is no actual rule of how long you can or can't spend in thailand OR how many times you can enter by air. It's totally up to the immigration officer you're standing in front of when you stamp in

All they can do is have proof of onward travel and hope for the best..
เดวิด **********
เดวิด **********
@Tod ********
exactly right
David **********
David **********
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@Tod ********
Yes, that is my situatuon
Tod *********
Tod *********
as long as you don't have a crazy extensive entry/stay history and you are coming in with a visa along with proof of onward travel I do not believe you will face high scrutiny stamping in

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