Can I use a visa exemption by just transiting through Kuala Lumpur without leaving the airport?

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Jul 20, 2018

6 years ago

Quimi ********

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Hi again!is ok to do a visa exemption if i go to kuala lumpur and i come back just in the next flight even without  going out from the airport?

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The discussion revolves around the possibility of using a visa exemption for re-entry to Thailand by briefly transiting through Kuala Lumpur without leaving the airport. Most participants agree that it is feasible, especially for those without a long history of consecutive visa exemptions or tourist entries. Key considerations include ensuring proper documentation such as proof of funds, onward travel, and hotel bookings in case airport authorities ask for them. It is also noted that one can transit without needing to go through Malaysian immigration, provided they keep their boarding passes.

Quimi ********

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Thanks very much

6 years ago

Joe ***********

My opinion - it would make little difference. But there are things to do and sites to see.

6 years ago

Quimi ********

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But anyways u think is better if i stay a couple of days there?or should be the same?

6 years ago

Joe ***********

If you book one way flights each way you get more workable options in making the turnaround.

Also while it if a long walk to Malaysian immigration - it is not that big a problem. I did this and booked enough time to go through immigration - get a sandwich and return to a boarding gate.

And take note - Malaysia has a different time zone than Bkk. Just Google - time in Kuala Lumpur and see.

6 years ago

Quimi ********

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I will do that Joe. Thanks

6 years ago

Tod *********

Good points Joe (y) I remember not being able to book a r/t ticket with tight time points and had to get two one way tickets instead. :)

6 years ago

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Tod *********

I would say IF you don't have an extensive history of living here on back-2-back visa exempt or tourist visa entries you should be fine. The passport control people at the airport can always ask you to show proof of 20K baht, proof of onward travel & proof of a hotel booking IF they want to.

6 years ago

Quimi ********

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I have 2 tourist visa before. And i have flight booked to Europe in two months.

6 years ago

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Quimi ********

Tod *********

You can fly down in the morning, stay in the transit area and fly right back that afternoon if you want to. In fact you don't even have to stamp in and out of Malaysia (just keep your boarding passes to show you were there).

6 years ago

Quimi ********

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Thanks

6 years ago

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Quimi ********

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