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Can you buy a one-way ticket to Bangkok if you have a DTV?

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Oct 20, 2024

2 months ago

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Can you buy a one way ticket to BKK when you have a DTV? 

More specifically, will the airline be funny and question you for only buying a one way ticket?

I read this is a possibility for tourist visas so figured I'd ask.

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In general, it is possible to enter Thailand on a one-way ticket if you hold a DTV. Many travelers have reported entering without issues, and airlines may not question your ticket type. However, it is advisable to check with your airline beforehand. In case of inquiries, buying a refundable ticket or a temporary flight reservation can serve as proof of onward travel.

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Lyle *********

Take a dummy ticket in case. It’s $10 🤷🏻‍♂️

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Lance ******

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I feel like I don't need it but there's so many mixed messages I think I'll just get a dummy ticket for peace of mind

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Lyle *********

yeah, I always have. I didn’t need it for DTV, but I got one because $10 is pretty cheap for peace of mind and to avoid road blocks at immigration

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Lance ******

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I've never bought a one way ticket before so this never been an issue, but you're right. It's a small price to pay for peace of mind right

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Kevin ********

I’ve never had a return ticket.

It is only for boarding that it can be an issue, but any onward ticket will suffice, even a bus ticket.

I have a bus company bookmarked that allows me to buy a bus ticket to Malaysia for less than $5 dollars should they ask, but never booked one.

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Daniele *********

which website company ?

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@Daniele ********

just do a search, hundreds of them depending where you are flying to.

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Adrian **********

Entered with Emirates last week from UK on one way ticket, no problem, no questions.

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James ********

Ask your airline.

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Sky *****

You can always just buy a flight reservation to cover yourself. I've used onwardflight a few times. It cost $14, and you get a legit booking/flight code. It covers you for 48 hours, so buy on the day off your entry flight. Last time I entered Thailand I was stopped at passport control, and I having this fugazi booking saved me.

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Lance ******

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Where did you get that from? Is it called onward something?

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Sky *****

I used onwardflight.com

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B**

I've had this once but it was the airline requesting it, Etihad if memory serves me right.

I just booked an refundable ticket at check in. Showed them, got through check in, canceled. Job done.

Takes a few days or weeks for the refund so keep that in mind.

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Lance ******

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So you just book a full fare refundable ticket and after you get to Thailand you cancel the return flight and they pay you 50% of your money back?

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Craig *********

can also book a ferry ride to langkawi if need be

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B**

No, 100% it because you only have to go next in Cambodia for example. Not a huge international flight. Some airlines accept bus tickets and some don't. They'll tell you if you ask

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Lance ******

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Oh so you're saying book your Thailand one way then book something like a separate flight or bus ticket going to a different country and then cancel and get a refund on that leg?

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Jeiz ***************

Entered Bangkok twice through DMK with just a one way ticket. No issues. Wasn't asked for a return flight.

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Jeiz ***************

My experience is that of entry with the immigration officer in Thailand. If you mean upon check in with the airline from origin country, then yes, this is a good point to note. My experience is since they see a 5-year visa they haven't asked so far. This is for Air Asia.

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but they could. It’s more up to the airline. They F up they get fined and have to transport you back. But if you’re legit and can prove it shouldn’t worry.

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Lance ******

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@Jeiz **************

Thanks

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Fra *****

Yes.

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Michael ********

You'll be fine

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