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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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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
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
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.
Matthew *********
OP@Stuart ********
appreciate your time. Thanks.Matthew *********
OPCheers
@Brandon ***********
Brandon ************
@Matthew ********
if you're really worried you can save the money on a visa and put it towards a "safe entry" service with an agent. They'll meet you at the airport and make sure you get into Thailand through an arrangement with immigration. Starts at 2000 baht and goes up to 4000 or more if your past is really bad. They'll take all your passport information first and send it to their contacts at the airport before giving you the final price that's 100% guaranteed entry.Brandon ************
@Matthew ********
I have not done it but I do have recommendations. One is Thai Visa Centre, who own this facebook group. The other is Thai Friendly.This first link is for TVC. You will fill out the first page, then add the safe entry fast track on the 2nd page as one of the paid options. Then they will get your passport information from you to get your price quote.
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And this is the information on the other one:
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19-safe-entry-services-bkk-airport/Matthew *********
OP@Brandon ***********
Have you ever done a safe entry? Do you have a recommendation?Matthew *********
OP@Stuart ********
I’ve already been questioned twice while entering Thailand. Last time the immigration officer told me that I will now need a tourist visa. If I apply and will be granted my visa, will I then still have issues as soon as I enter Thailand? What do you think?
Graham ******
@Matthew ********
Did the IO specifically say Tourist Visa or was the requirement to get the proper visa for your visit?Matthew *********
OP@Graham *****
she said „next time only visa, get tourist visa“ but she then still let me in to Thailand.Stuart *********
@Matthew ********
I don’t know your entry history but it’s super rare that someone would be questioned with a valid visa. It’s up to an individual immigration officer to determine whether to let you in or not so it’s impossible to say for sure.Stuart *********
@Matthew ********
If it gets to that state then yes. Very very rare that it happens. But it could. Usually it’s the airline that has to foot the bill but it could be you that has to do it. It only ever happens in fraction of cases. Probably less than 0.01% of times (a figure made up by me). Normal tourists need not worry. Someone with a “suspect” entry history may have issues.
Stuart *********
It has happened in the past that someone with a valid visa has been denied entry but it would be an exceptional case were it to happen. And if so it’s probably because they’re on some form of Interpol or other list of persons unwanted in Thailand.
Matthew *********
OP@Stuart ********
Aww man, I hate that uncertainty. Is it true that they then send you straight back home?Abu ********
What is your nationality?
Abu ********
I live here and several times obtained tourist and Non Imm-O visa. Thanks n
Matthew *********
OP@Abu *******
German.Abu ********
@Matthew ********
, you don't need a visa for Thailand. You can visit for 60 days without a visa. Thanks
Jim ********
@Abu *******
you need to research what a Thai tourist visa is.Abu ********
@Jim *******
, yes if you want to stay 180 days. But you have to leave Thailand every 90 days and back. It's not convenient and expensive too. It's better to avail 60 days visa exemption and can take 30 days extension. After that leave and back to get another 60+ 30. Thanks.Jim ********
@Abu *******
sure you don’t need a visa. But you can get a tourist visa visa and it’s good for multiple entries for 60 days at a time and extensions. It’s good for 180 days.
Andrew *************
Just look up TDAC thailand fill out the form three days before arriving no fee for accepted countries, forget all the other info you get, its the only information you need
Joe **********
@Andrew ************
think you are missing the point....Andrew *************
@Joe *********
not at all, move onBrandon ************
@Andrew ************
What does that have to do with a warning from an immigration officer for entering Thailand too many times visa exempt?Stuart *********
Not daft at all. People use them all the time. The sites offer a real PNR for about 12 usd.
Matthew *********
OP@Stuart ********
Thanks, @Stuart ********
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