Do I need a tourist visa for my trip to Thailand from February 9 to March 16, or can I just arrive without a visa?

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Jan 17, 2025

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Hello everyone, I am going to koh samui and a few other islands from 9th February to 16th March(5weeks) . I understand no tourist visa needed as I can stay for 60 days. Is this correct? I can just rock up ? Or get it online beforehand or get it at BKK airport if required? Thank you in advance 🙏🏻

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The user plans to visit Koh Samui and other islands for 5 weeks and understands that they may not need a tourist visa because they can stay for 60 days. They are inquiring about the correct procedure for their arrival, including whether to obtain a visa online, at the airport, or simply arrive without one, which depends on their passport nationality.

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Depends on what passport you hold.

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