Answered5 months ago
Can you book a one-way flight to Thailand on a 60-day visa exemption?
Can I book a one-way flight ? I’m not sure how long I’ll stay or where I’ll fly afterwards entering on the 60-day visa exemption, flying from England
Answer summary
Travelers can book a one-way ticket to Thailand, but they may face challenges at check-in or immigration. While Thai immigration might not always ask for proof of onward travel, airlines often require a ticket showing departure from Thailand due to their responsibility for travelers denied entry. Recommendations include buying a cheap onward ticket to a neighboring country or a refundable ticket if uncertain about travel plans. Ultimately, personal experiences vary widely depending on airlines and immigration officers.
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Kenneth ************
BUY A CHEAP TICKET TO HO CHI MIN CITY
Deane ********
Unfortunately, I’d say less than a month’s time, it’ll only be 30 days Visa free.
Ding ************
Well, whatever youre doing....if youre going to thailand, don't forget to complete your TDAC. This is mandatory.
Brad **********
Dr Google
Stephane **********
Onward tickets
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Slipper*******
Yes. I've done it seven times.
Mark **********
I booked one way flight if any one ask tell them your going to lao next land crossing by bus
Mike ************
No
Steve ********
Up to you if it’s worth the risk!!
Dharmesh ********
Return ticket for trouble free entry.
Didier *******
With a visa you can, but ask the airline as they are the ones who will let you board or not. Immigration doesn't check your ticket.
Reinhard ********
No.If you got a proper visa yes.On Visa exemption the Airline won't let you board exxcept you got a Ticket Out of Thailand within the 60 day exemption.
Nick ********
I did this once and I wouldn’t advise it tbh. On the face of it you are giving g yourself optionality of return date and from-location but it works out more expensive because as you approach the actual return date prices rise dramatically from anywhere. Also immigration will look harder at you if you only appear to be coming in (not a major issue)
Rob ********
Buy a throw away ticket for $16 at onwardticket.com. of course you can't use them to fly but the look legit. Plus, immigration has never asked for my return ticket. I have been there many times.
Bob **********
It’s your Airline that will ask
Paddy *****
Best to use air miles to get a free ticket leaving Thailand. Cancel it after arrival. You will get refund and your miles back to your account.
Sarkawt *******
OPPaddy Kan air miles.? Could you explain me how to book it Thx
Paddy *****
Sarkawt Gelly for example I have mile credit in my United Airlines Milage Plus program. I used those miles book a one way ticket to Hong Kong. I can cancel anytime 24 hours before departure and I get full refund.
Sitje ***********
You can but could be a problem both. Country you leave and in Thailand if they check you.
Phillip ******
I came in on a one way ticket, just search of a flight on Google around 30 days after your arrival date and use those details on your Digital Arrival card. Immigration just want to see a departure. You could also use Onwardticket.com for a small cost.
Scott *******
Yes. Book a cheap bus ticket out of the country.
Peter *********
Infact you don't need but airlines might refuse you boarding to Thailand. So far imigration never asked me.
Chris ******
Buy a bus ticket going from nong khai to Vientiane about 10 dollar that's your proof you are exiting Thailand
Syed *****************
What kind of visa you have ? DTV
David ********
I booked to here then booked a coach to Lois cost £20 but enough to show onward trip
Ian *****
Yes you can book it , whether the airline will let you on without an exit flight is their decision and many require this as mandatory item. You may need a onward ticket purchase on the day, or if Thai immigration asks (less likely).
Carey *********
No
Geoffrey ********
I have flown one way to Thailand 200 plus times without problem. I always wear a business suit and the airlines know that I can afford to buy a ticket. They profile travelers and will ask for and onward or return ticket if the feel that you do not have the funds the cover any eventualities. There was a BBC series that covered the dodgy travelers, particularly poorly dressed, tattooed, backpackers, that get into financial difficulties, miss their flights, are drunk or on drugs. For this reason, better to dress like a businessman or rich traveler.
Ben **********
I just flew here one way without an onward ticket. I stated that I was planning on taking the slow boat down the Mekong to Laos at the end of my 60 days. Which I may do, but probably will fly to Malaysia when I feel like moving on (within the 60 day visa). I had no problems with immigration.
Da *****
THIS is the kind of rich, quality tourist Thailand wants! Yeah, youll be fine Sehar...bring all your cousins too...
Scott ********
No, they will not let you to board your flight at your departure country. Message me if need info, I worked for immigration.
Gina **************
Personally, I've booked several on-way tickets from the US to BKK on different airlines and I've never been asked for proof of return ticket. You can use Onward Ticket, pay $14 for a confirmed ticket leaving Thailand if you think you may have problems. Or you can book a cheap refundable ticket to a nearby country.
Jeff ***********
@Tony ******
....Read this if you are planning on arriving Thailand with one way ticket. These exiting tickets cost US $16 and it's a real reservation that gets canceled 24 hours after you land in BKK. *********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
JB *********
He will be ok with the weather, hot season about to finish and the rains are coming........
Cornelious ***********
You need out bound flight for tdac book cheap flight to vietnam i did im on retierment visa knever mad flight
Paul *******
Of corse you can done it many times
Elviz ******************
ive done that for years . its a grey area. best bet is have a return flight on miles and cancel it once u land and then make sense of when u want to come back
David ********
I've bought a 1 way ticket for next year. But my exit is by train from Hat Yai to Padang Besar Malaysian via train. After 59 days. Can't pre book the train. Will an itinerary be enough
Ken *******
8 trips to Thailand and never had return tickets or been asked
Jan *******
I just left Koh Samui last week! I only booked one-way flights over 13 years of them if you You book your ZED flights and change them it’s a pain in the butt to get your money back right now. I’ve got JAL saying ID 90 owes me the money and I have ID 90 saying JAL owes me the money.
Gary *******
I have a Non O visa and will extend to a year , can i have a one way ticket
Ken *****
It’s a shame , instead of having to buy false tickets.
There isn’t a deposit scheme?like on houses and flat rents.?
Where you could register, an amount.
That was gauranteed to get you home.?
If you spent out.
There isn’t a deposit scheme?like on houses and flat rents.?
Where you could register, an amount.
That was gauranteed to get you home.?
If you spent out.
Colin ********
I came in 2 weeks ago with no onward travel booked
Airline questioned me about it as I was leaving Australia
I showed them my OA visa
That's fine sir. They said
No.problem
Airline questioned me about it as I was leaving Australia
I showed them my OA visa
That's fine sir. They said
No.problem
Oliver **********
They can ask it on departure from ever you come from.
Monggo ******
Then a one-way ticket onwards.
Jan ***********
I did one time, missed my Qatar airways flight and booked an Aeroflot flight that was departing a bit later 😂
Nicholas ************
A one way ticket will get you 4 S. Bend over
Tony *******
Sometimes when you go through immigration, they ask when is your return flight or how long you’re staying so you might have to have a return flight booked. I was just asked last week 
Danno ******
"Some people" apparently find this question funny but some countries do require that you have a return flight to another country or destination. A prime example of this is when I went to the country of Panama to apply for permanent residency where U.S. citizens can stay for up to 6 months as a U.S. citizen. 🇵🇦
Terry ****
no need
Richard ********
Only if you live in Thailand.Otherwise no.
Melissa *******
For us, it is the airline and requires a forwarding ticket. If you get denied for not having a forwarding ticket, the airline needs to fly you back. And they don’t want to. So they will deny boarding in you home country.
Then when you get there, they will ask. And where you are staying needs to be on the entry form and it asks when you are leaving and so on.
So you’ll run into issues.
There are even sites that make dummy tickets. So clearly this is an issue for many.
You can do it. But you’ll likely have issues. Most buy a refundable or ticket they can change is they are unsure.
Are you visa exempt? Then you’ll only get 60 days. You can get a 30 day extension. Then have to leave.
Then when you get there, they will ask. And where you are staying needs to be on the entry form and it asks when you are leaving and so on.
So you’ll run into issues.
There are even sites that make dummy tickets. So clearly this is an issue for many.
You can do it. But you’ll likely have issues. Most buy a refundable or ticket they can change is they are unsure.
Are you visa exempt? Then you’ll only get 60 days. You can get a 30 day extension. Then have to leave.
Ben *****
Melissa Batch isn't the 60 days visa exemption charged to 30 days? Or will be soon.
I have booked a 45 days trip with non refundable tickets because I expected to have 60 days visa exemption.
And even i go to Vietnam for a week, then i can't come back because they have changed it to maximum 2 entries per year and I was there January and April already
I have booked a 45 days trip with non refundable tickets because I expected to have 60 days visa exemption.
And even i go to Vietnam for a week, then i can't come back because they have changed it to maximum 2 entries per year and I was there January and April already
Melissa *******
Ben Jim you can only get 2 extensions a year. You can come in more than 2 times though.
In fact you 60 days will start over when you leave and come back. Then you can get 30 days extension.
In fact you 60 days will start over when you leave and come back. Then you can get 30 days extension.
Melissa *******
Ben Jim they keep talking about it. But it is 60 atm.
Nicholas ******
Yes i only ever buy a 1 way
Emiliano ******
as long as you have a flight leaving when your visa expires
Ralph *******
Not new rules. Technically, you are required to have an onward ticket. Immigration rarely check but airlines often do.
Art ******
Offcourse
Alan *******
Of course
Zwerg ******
Ich hab mir ein Ticket nach Malaysia gebucht 30€ und hab es dann einfach verfallen lassen. So ist man flexibel und muss keine Angst haben.
Francis **********
Yes you can and buy a ticket to Vietnam or any other place around for 40$ just to be sure they don’t ask where you go after.
Robert *******
Would a bus/train ticket to one of the wonderful surrounding countries be suffice?
Arne *********
Jeg pleier å kjøpe enveis ,.men jeg har visum.
Bud *******
I book oneway all the time. To have a ticket out of Thailand I’ll book the cheapest ticket out, last time I book Singapore and then cancelled after I was in Thailand. $50 dollar ticket, and got 80% refund.
Pete *****************
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You'll need a ticket on arrival proving you're leaving for example 30 days later?
Pete *****************
Just have some money with you
Pete *****************
Yes you can
Shipian ******
My exprience is no. I have been many times one way ticket to Thailand without any problem at immigration, But I heard some stories its the airlines requring this,
Sterling ***********
Shipian Chen Happened to me twice this year already. Its asked by immigration. I think the airline mentioned it too but I told them I had it covered and that was enough.
Todd *********
100% yes, you can buy a one way ticket. Guaranteed.
The problem comes at boarding time. And this depends on where you board, the airline, your passport etc. The airline can deny you boarding without proof of onward ticket.
There are no new immigration rules. Yet.
The problem comes at boarding time. And this depends on where you board, the airline, your passport etc. The airline can deny you boarding without proof of onward ticket.
There are no new immigration rules. Yet.
Willy ********
But, unless you have an OA Visa, you need proof of ongoing travel like a (cheap or fully refundable) onward flight within 2
30 days or whatever your visa states.
30 days or whatever your visa states.
Rick *********
if you already got a multi entry visa I don't see why not, in fact I did just that not long ago. If you got no visa I doubt you would even be allowed to leave your country!
Terary **********
Have a visa - you can book "onward travel" which means bus, train, flight, boat. Bus ticket out of Thailand $20.
Miche ************
Yes of course you can🤗
Pete *****************
Yes have done it for years
Rory *********
Would not chance it...they will know they not as stupid as you might think.
Barry ********
Yes
Tomáš *********
Buy onward ticket cost like 10-15$ and work perfectly
Stewart *********
Not unless you have a re entry permit or a flight to another country
Anton *******************
You may buy it but the immigration official won’t grant you entrance plus the digital form which has to be completed 2 days before arrival requires your return flight / travel details plus accommodation details where you may very well spend hours at immigration and not be permitted entry at all - rather get a return ticket to avoid a huge surprise and hours of frustration should you attempt it ….
Benjamin *********
If DTV yes
Andrew ***********
Yes you can. When you do the digital arrival card, your onward travel plans are not mandatory
Martin ********
Here is the correct answer. I know because I've done it last three visits including February this year.
Buy a bus ticket from Hat Yai into Malaysia. £2.50 or there abouts. That shows immigration you intend to leave.
Provide them with an accomodation address in Thailand.
Book a one way ticket Heathrow to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Thai Airways never ask. Immigration have never asked me either, but I get a bus ticket as a backup. I do it because I'm never sure how long I'll be out there and return Flexi tickets are a lot more money than two singles. FACT
Buy a bus ticket from Hat Yai into Malaysia. £2.50 or there abouts. That shows immigration you intend to leave.
Provide them with an accomodation address in Thailand.
Book a one way ticket Heathrow to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Thai Airways never ask. Immigration have never asked me either, but I get a bus ticket as a backup. I do it because I'm never sure how long I'll be out there and return Flexi tickets are a lot more money than two singles. FACT
Ken ************
Buy a cheap flight to close country
FirstNam*********
Can you book a one way ticket to Thailand?
Yes you can
Yes you can
Patrick ********
Yes I did it in pattaya now nobody said nothing
Brian ********
They will think you plan to come here to overstay and work here, so no get a returning ticket is better.
K**
Book a round-trip ticket with payment later within 24 hours, and you will receive a code similar to a purchased ticket. The ticket will be automatically canceled after 24 hours
Charlimo *********
Book a bus or train ticket to Laos ....that will do. Ticket is very cheap....sound 12 to 20$
Scott *********
Yes. Let immigration know you'll be leaving thailand via a land border or boat - for example Pak Bara Satun to Langkawi Malaysia
Shane ************
The airline will hassle you not thailand
Angelo ***********
Shane Friederich It is law in Thailand. That is why the airline is hassling you?
Or why else do you think they do it?
Or why else do you think they do it?
Gerar ********
Lot of airlines will require a onward ticket during check-in when travelling without a visa.
Also Thai immigration can ask for this and they are doing this more and more.
I would not take the risk and make a refundable ticket booking for your onward flight.
Also Thai immigration can ask for this and they are doing this more and more.
I would not take the risk and make a refundable ticket booking for your onward flight.
Sanya **********
Tricky person please do not visit Thailand
Paul *******
What if you have retirement visa
Peter ***************
Yes, I buy return flights from Thailand, and there is never an issue. But it's not likely the OP has any kind of visa, let alone a retirement.
Dave *******
Paul Carey you have no problem .
David ********
You can try, but there is a chance that the airline won't allow you on the plane if you don't have proof of onward travel outside of Thailand.
Asas *****
Many airlines will not allow you to board their planes if you do not have a return ticket or a ticket to continue your journey to another country...any country 🙏
Denis ***********
It's a hit and miss. Even if you choose departure from the country by land on TDAC, they still don't give a damn. Flight ticket is required. Crazy. One hand doesn't know what the other does
Angelo ***********
Denis Demchenko The TDAC has nothing to do with it. It is supposed to make the border check more smooth, what has that to do with prooof of onward travel?
Denis ***********
Angelo Schneider TDAC says that you can leave thailand by land, hence no outward plane ticket required. In reality, they ask for the ticket
Lynnette *******
Denis Demchenko you don't need flight departure info on tdac. The TDAC is only your travel info and only boxes with asterix are mandatory. It's not a visa or a permit.
Denis ***********
Lynnette Munoz you do. At least that was the reason why I was denied entrance
Jeffrey *********
Can get refused at airline check in without forward tiket da nang chreap
Haim *******
It depends on your age and how you look like. If you are a hippy back packer you will be screened thoroughly. If you are 70 yo dressed conservatively, they won’t ask to see departure ticket.
Reinhard ********
@Haim ******
No .IT depends in the Airline.Most Airlines won't even let you get in the aircraft.It's because you could be denied entry to Thailand and in this case the airline is responsible for your Transport to your departureplace in theire own costs.Haim *******
Reinhard Martin 20 years I buy one way ticket. Airlines never asked me for return ticket nor did the immigration officer in Thailand.
Hans *********
I've only been asked once in 33 years I happened to have a ticket out luckily, they have fake exit flights you can buy not sure how well they work, can fly to Malaysia or buy cheap ticket . Also can spend a little more Buy return ticket you can change
Sterling ***********
Hans Collins I was asked twice this past year entering on exempt visa. The second time entering I was also pulled aside for secondary screening.
John ********
Not if you go Visa exempt
Dan ********
Depends on the officer
I did 2 times I told them I was going to catch a bus to Laos, but I didn’t know what day I was going. they let me through.
And just in case there is some hard noses in here, I did go to Laos like I said I was going to
I did 2 times I told them I was going to catch a bus to Laos, but I didn’t know what day I was going. they let me through.
And just in case there is some hard noses in here, I did go to Laos like I said I was going to
Michael ********
DM me
Krazye******
Best solution booking a flexible onward ticket
Rick ****
Krazyeyez666 Just search online for “onward tickets.” They generally cost $15. Just be aware that they are not 100%. It is just a reservation and you don’t actually get a ticket. This works most of the time, but airlines can look it up in their system. If you do this method or taking the risk method, make sure you get to the airport with plenty of time so you can buy a ticket at the counter. Other options are cheap throwaway tickets to the nearest country out or refundable tickets. Some airlines give refunds within 24 hours. Direct with the airline is the best. The online sites can be a hassle with refunds.
Krazye******
Rick Ny I did that but I don't like it. They give a bad looking print out. Dosn't look like a real booking
Steve *******
You can book a one way ticket but unless you have a long stay visa you'll need to book onward travel within the time frame of your allowed stay
Stephen *****************
No
YouGet*******
Their Thailand is your Thailand.
Keep everything flexible...I like your style.
Keep everything flexible...I like your style.
Suchana **********
YouGetTheHorn want to die here
Larry *************
Yes. Inform immigration you are leaving country via land route. Have that type of information available if they ask further questions.
Toughest part may be airlines, not immigration.
Toughest part may be airlines, not immigration.
Jason *******
Yes but don't book thia Airways... They made me book a return ticket
Jeen ************
Jason Batty they know the rules
Donnie ************************
Jason Batty no they didnt.... or if they did, they shouldn't have. What they wanted was an exit ticket to leave Thailand (Any country would have been suitable).
Jason *******
Donnie TimbangJaya McCulloch yes I booked a cheep ticket to Vietnam
Jason *******
I've flown in loads of times on a one way ticket..... But things changed quickly in thialand imagration
Rob ********
Did you have a retirement visa ?
Jason *******
Rob Thomas no...
Tomas *******
If you have a visa it might work, without a visa probably not. Depends a lot of the check in staff in your country
Ramon ********
Better to have one as the officers may or may not ask to see ; buy a full fare flight on Any legacy airline and it’s fully refundable
Robert *******
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You'll need a ticket on arrival proving you're leaving.
These exiting tickets cost $16 and it's a real reservation that gets canceled 24 hours after you land.
Stephane **********
Robert Gomes that's the way to go !
Ben *****
Robert Gomes brilliant answer. I never knew this. Thanks
Isangha *******
Robert Gomes thanks for tip. this type of ticket doesn't get flagged at immigration?
John *********
Isangha Mahal You are unlikely to be asked at immigration. If asked to prove onward travel it will most likely be at the airline check in desk.
Robert *******
Isangha Mahal it does not get flagged. It's a real reservation.
Emma *******
Robert Gomes does this work
We are landing in Bangkok end of September
My dad lives there and are staying for a month then going laos.we on got one way tickets to Bangkok
We are landing in Bangkok end of September
My dad lives there and are staying for a month then going laos.we on got one way tickets to Bangkok
Robert *******
Emma Earle it works.
Ralph *******
Emma Earle Just book your tickets to Laos too and you’re covered.
Mark ********
The last time i went to thailand was
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. I had an outward ticket purchaced for 2 mo. I got to the immigration station and the officer stamped my passport and laughed and laughed. Later i looked and he stamped me out one week early. Funny guy.Angelo ***********
Mark Steven Probably just a mistake, could you correct the stamp?
Mark ********
Angelo Schneider He did it on purpose. He also had an attitude. I rescheduled.
Brian *******
If you are coming from the United States, the airlines might not let you get on the airplane without a return flight 
John ******
Brian Smith This is my experience as well, flying out of JFK on China Airlines. Without the return ticket I need to show them my long term visa stamp. One time the visa info was chicken scratched by the Thai immigration agent, to where the airline staff couldn't read the agent's writing, and it held me up for 20 minutes while airline staff was deciding whether or not to let me board the plane.
Rob *********
Brian Smith totally not true, you do not need a return flight, you need a flight out of thailand
MagentaZ********
Brian Smith flew to Thailand many times on one way and they never asked.
John ******
MagentaZebra5680 Not my experience. I have been questioned multiple times at JFK.
Lance *****
MagentaZebra5680 which airlines and which country? I fly from the US all the time, and they always require proof of an exit flight.
MagentaZ********
Lance Lee flying out of lax in Cali. I flew Eva, China airline, starlux and Cathy pacific many times. Non of them ask me fire return ticket. Not every flight was one way. Let’s say out 5 out of 10 I had a one way and they never asked me.
What was funny was when I flew to Tokyo had from Thailand I was ask the show return flight back and it was back to Thailand.
Another time when I flew from Thailand to Taiwan I was also asked for return flight. That time also I was returning to Thailand.
I think it depends on which country you’re flying out of.
I can say for sure out of 15+ flight out of lax to Thailand with lay over in tpe and hkt I was never asked for return flight. USA passport holder for references.
What was funny was when I flew to Tokyo had from Thailand I was ask the show return flight back and it was back to Thailand.
Another time when I flew from Thailand to Taiwan I was also asked for return flight. That time also I was returning to Thailand.
I think it depends on which country you’re flying out of.
I can say for sure out of 15+ flight out of lax to Thailand with lay over in tpe and hkt I was never asked for return flight. USA passport holder for references.
Angelo ***********
MagentaZebra5680 The "never asked" thing is getting old.
Law is law.
Law is law.
Steven *******
BUY AN ONWARD TICKET 15 USD... easy , save yourself $$$$
Bent *************
It depends on your airline! Ask them.
PeacefulSe**********
Why not buy a open ticket so you could choose your return later
Ralph *******
PeacefulSeahorse9792 Because they are expensive.
Michael ********
PeacefulSeahorse9792 which airline selling open tickets?
PeacefulSe**********
Much company, it’s called flex with some company’s .
Michael ********
PeacefulSeahorse9792 i thought this kind of tickets buying only total idiots 😂 it's not worth at all and you can't just cancel it
PeacefulSe**********
Little bit more expensive yes but not much more. If you are at the airport and they don’t let you go you loose more money.
Jim *******
PeacefulSeahorse9792 And it costs double or triple the price f an ordinary ticket,
Dave *********
Michael Villin eva sold me a one-way from LAX to BKK in February
Mick ********
No to everything. Just follow the rules and be polite.
Abdulla *******
Travel much? Lets not start with Thailand.....
Dave ************
Make a decision before you book. Or, Just book a return flight 29 days from your arrival, but pay the extra to make it changeable, then you can decide when you get here
AC *****
Your need a flight at the end of your visa time even if the flight is to a local country
But be aware visa is the most important thing now it’s very difficult just to turn up with a single ticket and just say I don’t know how long I’m going to say
But be aware visa is the most important thing now it’s very difficult just to turn up with a single ticket and just say I don’t know how long I’m going to say
Steven ***************
Your question has too many questions. Do you have a visa? Are you coming to enter visa exempt? Where are you coming from? Have you been here before? Bottom line you can buy a one way ticket to almost anywhere, weather or not you can actually use it is the sticky part. You said yourself you don't know several things and you really need to sort those out before you even think about traveling here.
Steve *********
File for a proper visa before you go
Shane ***********
What new immigration rules?
Todd *********
ExcitingOctopus624 wrong and wrong. But good try
Haim *******
ExcitingOctopus624 wrong. Up to 157 days per year. 60+30, 60+7
Steve *******
ExcitingOctopus624 Totally incorrect! Where did you get that info from? A Christmas cracker?
Shane ***********
ExcitingOctopus624 wrong on both accounts
Ivan *********
Shane Kinneally what are they then ?
Buintje ******
No you not get in the country whit no return ticket
Karyn *******
Buintje Beer . In 2024 I did it 3 times. No return ticket Maybe its changed
Bjorn ********
@Oliver *********
there’s a train connection to Cambodia……?Oliver **********
Bjorn Larsen near border. Was recommended to me when i had same situation, no flight back. Or bus ticket is fine.
Louis *******
@Oliver *********
Aranyapratet is still in Thailand.
Surya *********
@Oliver *********
the borders closed
Christopher *******
Buintje Beer not true
Patric **********
Buintje Beer
No one has ever asked for that…
No one has ever asked for that…
Carl ********
Buintje Beer not true. done it many times
Mario *******
Carl Morgan Very strange because they ask me every time
Michael ********
Mario Ec H never asked
Carl ********
Mario Ec H well i've done it most times i've been and ive been going for 12 years
John ********
Buintje Beer it doesn't have to be a return ticket just a ticket showing you are going to leave the country
Jump****
It depends on if you’re coming in on a tourist visa or if you’re on a more permanent, long-term visa, like a retirement visa, in which case you can.
John **********
Your airline is more likely to be the problem than Thai immigration unless you have history of visiting Thailand. Contact them and ask them?
Paul *******
@John *********
Show an onward ticket $12 and your good.
Frank ************
No you can not
Carl ********
Frank De Rijcke yes you can
Angelo ***********
Carl Morgan Only a pedantic english teacher would answer like this.
Yes, he can. And?
By law he is required to have an onward ticket. It might get checked by the airline, or at the border by immigration.
So: you are right. He can.
And that was not his question, so why play dumb and give wrong information?
We have a name for people like you, giving completely misleading advice to a poor sod who is to stupid to google it .... it starts with an a ...
Yes, he can. And?
By law he is required to have an onward ticket. It might get checked by the airline, or at the border by immigration.
So: you are right. He can.
And that was not his question, so why play dumb and give wrong information?
We have a name for people like you, giving completely misleading advice to a poor sod who is to stupid to google it .... it starts with an a ...
Scott ***********
Carl Morgan i guess different airlines enforce the rules differently. I flew out of schiphol last Wednesday and eva air werent going to allow me to fly because I didnt have a return ticket. Had to point out my visa before they said ok.
Lynnette *******
No new immigration rules. They are merely enforcing and scrutinising those who don't have visas.
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