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Do I need a tourist visa for Thailand and is using a fake onward ticket a good idea?

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Jun 9, 2025

a year ago

Matthew *********

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Hi, I am planning another visit to Thailand. The last time I entered the country I was told that I need a tourist visa from now on. 

Of course I also need information about the flight etc. for the application. As I don't want to risk being stuck with the costs if my application is rejected, I came up with the idea of providing an (fake) onward ticket. Is this a daft idea?

Best regards

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is concerned about needing a tourist visa for their next visit to Thailand after being informed during their last entry that a visa is required moving forward. They are contemplating whether providing a fake onward ticket for their visa application is a wise decision. Comments suggest that fake onward tickets are commonly used and effective, and that obtaining a tourist visa rarely leads to denial unless there are significant issues with one's entry history. Several commenters recommend utilizing safe entry services, which assist travelers in navigating immigration upon arrival, particularly for those with questionable pasts.

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Stuart *********

Very rare that a tourist visa would be denied as long as you supply the required documentation. Whether you need a tourist visa would be very subjective. Almost all don’t. And certainly isn’t going to help much if you have a questionable entry history.