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Can UK passport holders receive a visa on arrival in Thailand and are they allowed to re-enter after visiting Vietnam?

Karen **********
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Hi I have a uk passport and I'm flying to Thailand in February and plan to stay for just under 2 months.

I have a couple of questions.

Will I get granted a visa at arrival?

Would I be able to fly to Vietnam and come straight back in to Thailand within those 60 days or do I need to apply for a specific multiple entry visa?

Thanks in advance
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As a UK passport holder, you can enter Thailand under a visa exemption for 60 days without needing to obtain a visa on arrival. You also have the option to visit Vietnam and re-enter Thailand without any issues, as long as you comply with the immigration rules. Each time you re-enter Thailand, you will be eligible for another 60-day exemption, allowing for a trip to Vietnam and back within your travel plans.
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Simon *******
Simon *******
You will get a visa exemption for 60 days then if you leave and return you will get another 60 day exemptions.

The original 60 day exemption will stop when you leave Thailand.
Karen **********
Karen **********
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@Simon ******
even if I only initially stay 2-3 days?
Brian *********
Brian *********
Yes and yes
Erick ********
Erick ********
You are good to go on both questions. You’ll get z60 days and can leave and come back and start another 60. Enjoy. Feb is great month to visit
Peculiar ******
Peculiar ******
As a UK passport holder, you're eligible for a visa exemption in Thailand, which allows you to stay for up to 45 days without a visa.¹ However, since you plan to stay for almost 2 months, you'll need to apply for a visa extension or a tourist visa that covers your entire stay.

Regarding your second question, if you plan to visit Vietnam and return to Thailand within the 60-day period, you'll need to check the visa requirements for Vietnam. As a UK passport holder, you're eligible for a visa exemption in Vietnam for up to 45 days.² However, if you plan to re-enter Thailand, you may need to apply for a multiple-entry visa or a re-entry permit, depending on your specific situation.

To be on the safe side, I recommend checking with the Thai Embassy or Consulate in the UK for the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and regulations. You should also consider reading a book or two before your travel.. I'd recommend a book "Thailand Unveiled 2024-2025" by James Anderson on Amazon..it has all the info and recommendations you need..you should check it out 😀
John ********
John ********
@Peculiar *****
more misinformation !
Paul ***********
Paul ***********
No.. As British passports dont get a Visa on arrival, they get a 60 day visa waiver.. Understand the difference as it will save you hours standing in a queue at BKK Airport called "Visa on Arrival" to be told you are in the wrong queue 👍
Baz *********
Baz *********
ITS NOT A VISA ON ARRIVAL !

It's a visa exemption entry for 60 days..

VISA EXCEMPTION means you are exempt from needing a visa and get an entry stamp in your passport indicating your visa exemption exit date
Karen **********
Karen **********
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Thanks for the answers. What I'm also asking is within my 90 days I also wish to do a side trip to Vietnam . Is this permitted?
Dmb *******
Dmb *******
@Karen *********
what 90 days??? You get a visa excempt stamp on arrival valid for 60 days
Anthony ******
Anthony ******
@Karen *********
you will get a 60 day visa stamp. You can travel to Vietnam but when you decide to return to Thailand then the 60 days will reset. If you need an extension then immigration can extend by 30 days
Baz *********
Baz *********
@Karen *********
YES..

Every time you enter Thailand you get another 60 days VISA EXEMPTION entry..

If you plan to stay longer than 45 days in Vietnam on a British passport then you need to apply for a visa BEFORE you travel.

British passport holders are allowed 45 days entry to Vietnam without a visa before they travel.
Karen **********
Karen **********
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@Baz ********
I literally was going to be in Bangkok for just a couple of days on arrival then take a 10 day trip to Vietnam after which return to Thailand for about a month.
Baz *********
Baz *********
@Karen *********
YES, its no problem and won't have any problems coming or going from Thailand like that.
Bart **************
Bart **************
You don't get a visa on arrival. You're exempted. You can go to Vietnam and back without issues.
Karen **********
Karen **********
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Peter **********
Peter **********
@Bart *************
and each time you re-enter you'll get another 60 days exemption
Arman ******************
Arman ******************
Chat gbt / immigration of thailand
Jeremy *********
Jeremy *********
UK citizens do not need a visa for entry .

Visa free entry for usually 60 days.

Same as US citizens 🤘
Maksym ***********
Maksym ***********
No. You will not be granted a visa on arrival. You don't need a visa to enter into Thailand for up to 60 days. Each entry.

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