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Can I schedule my return flight for day 85 and do I need to book a hotel for 90 days upon arrival in Thailand?

Apr 9, 2025
3 days ago
Kurt *************
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Good day. I’m traveling from US to Thailand as a tourist, arriving in Bangkok approx 072025. I plan to stay for 90 days while I figure out retirement plans.

Travel plans include a round trip ticket into and out of Bangkok. Question one is whether or not my return ticket can be scheduled for day 85 or does it have to be within 60 days of arrival and then changed after the vacation stay is extended at immigration?

My second question is for the purpose of arrival. I plan to travel over the 90 days or so. For the purpose of arriving legally must I have a three month hotel booked will they allow me to enter of if I reserve a room for three days to start?

Thank you

Kurt
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A traveler from the US inquires about the validity of booking a return flight for the 85th day of their 90-day stay in Thailand and whether they need to show proof of long-term accommodation upon arrival. Responses suggest that while it's not common for immigration to check for onward travel, should they do so, the return ticket should align with the allowed stay duration. They can consider using a travel service for proof of onward travel. Concerning accommodation, it is acceptable to book only a few days initially instead of a three-month reservation.
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Michael ********
Why dont you just get Non O retirement visa valid for 90 days no need to show onward ticket. If you dont want to do extension no problem
Brandon ************
IF immigration asked to see your onward travel (not likely) it would need to be within the numbers of days you will receive on arrival, so that's 60 days.

If you are worried, you can use an onward travel service to get proof of an earlier ticket for $10-$15, or buy a cheap bus ticket out of Thailand.

Three days booking is fine. Again, if they ask (unlikely) they just want to see your first booking.
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