Can I travel to Thailand using a visa on entry from the UK and how long does it last?

Nov 15, 2021
3 years ago
John *********
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My e,visa still has not come. Can I travel out from UK visa on entry , how long is this for and do I need to change my return flight to suit
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The user inquires about the status of their e-visa and whether they can travel to Thailand on a visa on entry from the UK. Comments clarify that UK passport holders qualify for a visa exemption allowing a 30-day stay, extendable for another 30 days for a fee. An important requirement is obtaining a Thailand Pass. Discussions also highlight the necessity of having an onward ticket for airlines, with suggestions on suitable destinations and the general acceptability of one-way onward tickets.
Ron *********
Me too, waiting 12 days, still have 7.

I been saying in these groups this was gonna be the real issue for some, consulates suddenly overwhelmed with visa requests all over the world.

My plan is to use my exemption and buy an onward flight if I need to.

Remember no land border runs and flying out and coming back after 60 days is gonna be a real bitch man. My trip is 90 days.
Jason *********
Same hereeeee ffs 😭
Jonathan ********
same situation, fly tomorrow. I gather from other posts it's safer to rent an onward ticket within the 30 days if going visa exempt instead of 60 day tourist visa
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Michael ********
You may have issues with airlines with the flights, they appear by all accounts to be getting stricter.

You can get an onward ticket not sure how this works, there is a topic #onwardflights
John *********
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@Michael *******
I have had a read of this so if I buy a flight from Thailand to say Cambodia and a return flight the next day will this be sufficient do you think. 🤔
John *********
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I will , saying that if it comes through after I leave UK does it still count or is it still the 30 day ?
John *********
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If a flight out on 30 days is acceptable will the thailand pass finish ?
John *********
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May be a silly question but I am a bit fick lol
John *********
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Coming up 68 quid 1 way Cambodia
Michael ********
@John ********
Kuala Lumpars about same.

But wait till last minute to book. Travelled a few times since Covid and Thai Embassy have always come through usually late and kèep you panicing but always got stuff before flight
Michael ********
@John ********
yes fine just buy one way if you dont intend to use it.
John *********
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@Michael *******
will this be acceptable
Michael ********
@John ********
no airline only want to see an onward ticket, so they are not liable to return you to your home country if immigration refuse you.

I have had three times airline wouldnt let me board without an onward ticket, never had an issue with immigration about this.

Though in covid times i have only entered on long term visa, last year was only option
John *********
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@Michael *******
thankyou for your help
Michael ********
@John ********
you can get cheap real flights to malaysia and singapore from scoot, not sure the costs of cambodian flights.
John *********
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Wouldn't I need to prove I am returning for my flight home, sorry for been nieve but its first time longer than the usual 30 day visit
John *********
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For on 30 days that is
Chaz ************
In the same situation. Tried calling today and number 50 in there phone queue. I'm ringing from abroad so hung up. 🤔🤔🤔
John *********
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@Chaz ***********
I got through to embassy at 9am on the dot. Still on hold ffs
Bella **************
You can wait ans change later . Not too late then
Michael ********
You have Thai pass already ?
John *********
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William ****************
You must have a Thailand pass.
John *********
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Greg ********
Visa exempt for UK passport holders is a 30 dsy entry. This can be extended for another 30 days at an immigration office for 1900 Baht
John *********
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@Greg *******
my return flight is Jan 14th. Do I need to change it to suit 30 day entry or can I leave it
Marek ******
@John ********
not need change they just check you have ticket return
John *********
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I already have pass yes
John *********
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@Marek *****
fly Thursday
Bobby ********
John Wheeler. When are you flying to Thailand?
John *********
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@Bobby *******
this Thursday until Jan 14th
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