Answered2 years ago
Do I need an onward flight when entering Thailand with a DTV visa?
DTV and onward flight?
Flying in tonight. I don’t need an onward flight right?
Flying in tonight. I don’t need an onward flight right?
Answer summary
The consensus among commenters is that you do not need an onward flight when entering Thailand with a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa). However, experiences may vary based on airline policies, as some airline staff may insist on proof of onward travel. It is generally recommended to show your DTV documentation to immigration officials to clarify your entry status. Additionally, booking a refundable ticket is suggested as a precaution if needed.
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Nicholas ******
Not you don't 100%
Janelle *****
OP@Nicholas *****
及k rAndrew *******
Depends on the air carrier I've never been asked in over 40 years. . but things often change
Bart **************
@Andrew ******
for DTV an onward flight is not needed. By the way, entry eligibility depends in no way on any carrier.
Andrew *******
@Bart *************
but it's the carrier that decides if they'll let you fly or not ...immigration seldom askBart **************
@Andrew ******
we agree on that.Andrew *******
@Bart *************
I wish it was straightforward.....sometimes you may be asked by a particular airline ...at other times not asked ....seems particularly arbitrary and annoyingAndrew *******
@Bart *************
I wish there was a rule and that they'd all adhere to it ....I don't want to book onward flights if it's unnecessary ...it's frustrating and annoying . Most times I don't need to buy an onward flight but when you get to the check in counter and asked for proof it's a pain . I've always travelled with an open itinary and prefer to be flexible with my plans ....just inconvenient.Bart **************
@Andrew ******
The decision to check it or not can (and does) depend on the staff member checking you in. The actual decision to allow you in *should* not depend on them. If you get checked, and don't qualify, normally they cannot still let you fly. I know it sometimes happens but that certainly isn't the procedure. The reverse is not possible: qualifying for entry and then getting refused. An airline is of course not allowed to refuse their service to paying customers who qualify for it.Not sure about the "even" in your sentence. I think it depends only on the person checking you in. Airlines all have the same policy: qualifying for entry is required to be allowed to fly. Quite straightforward.
Andrew *******
@Bart *************
can even depend on individual staff members on check in .....and how they feel 🤣Bart **************
@Andrew ******
now that is indeed a decision :pAndrew *******
@Bart *************
Luckily most airlines' decide 'not to strictly adhere to the policy 👌Bart **************
@Andrew ******
define "decide". Whether you can fly or not is defined by rules, which are not in their control. They just need to check. "Determine" could be a more applicable word.
Bent *************
You do - unless you plan to end your life in Thailand!555
Janelle *****
OP@Bent ************
5555
Wayne ********
A little late to be concerned, worrying about that don’t you think?
Richard **********
@Wayne *******
eh?Bart **************
@Wayne *******
why would it be late for that if he still has hours before his flight goes?
John ********
If the Thai Embassy/Consulate doesn't require airline tickets with application, why should airlines, want to see a return or onward travel doc.
Richard **********
@John *******
you need to ask Turkish Airlines...not me. I asked them many times.
Marc ********
@John *******
Probably for the same reason the immigration in Thailand will not ask you for a onward ticket.But some airlines will
Harley ************
Just landed at Swampy @ 00:45 with DTV, and no onward flight, stamped in PP with a smile. 😁
Richard **********
@Harley ***********
and?Harley ************
@Richard *********
I don't care for ANYONE that is a Westerner and wants to free Palestine and has a thick pretentious accent and sounds like a prick.
Kevin ******
Nope
Richard **********
turkish airlines checkin staff once refused me to check me in unless I had a return flight to UK booked with them! Bizarre, and then they tried to deny it ever happened.
William ***********
Not all airline gate agents are experts on visa requirements. They may insist on an onward ticket. Be prepared to buy a cheap onward ticket.
David ********
@William **********
you don't need on onward ticket. It's how you answer when asked. If you are just belligerent you get a ticket cause you don't know any better. You are in your rights to buy a one way ticket if you have a visa you can leave prior to that time when where and how you want. Airline staff to not get to set those rules. If they insist ask to speak to a manager. Stand your ground. Only been asked once in Australia by Jetstar and I said it's my choice as a traveller l can leave via any way l want as a traveller as long as l don't overstay. They were fine with that.
Phil ******
@Janelle ****
up to your airline letting you boardJanelle *****
OPUpdate airline was fine no flight
Angeil ********
No
Willem ****
No onwards flight needed with a dtv or any longstay visa
Milan ********
Airline asked return ticket but when i show Dtv, do not need it
Scotty *******
Show them your DTV document
Janelle *****
OP@Scotty ******
ok kaScotty *******
@Janelle ****
safe travelsJanelle *****
OP@Scotty ******
thank you ka
Davion ******
You can always book a refundable flight if you need to
Janelle *****
OP@Davion *****
yup onward ticket service
Christie *******
Always better to have and not need it. Just make sure it cancel within the timeframe.
Ellen *************
@Janelle ****
have a blast and retain that take no ish policy! Enjoy! ☺️Janelle *****
OP@Ellen ************
thank you kaaa
Arnold **********
It depends on the airline
Janelle *****
OPGuys I’ve already replied many times . None was needed they understand the dtv just fine
Bart **************
@Arnold *********
it does not depend on the airline. They don't make these rules, it's Thai immigrations rules which are the same for all. You do not need it.Wayne ********
@Bart *************
your wrong Bart it is the responsibility of the airlines to make sure you have the proper visas for the country they are transporting you to. Most airlines pay no attention to the requirement, but some due.Bart **************
@Wayne *******
dude 😅. I'm not wrong! Yes it is the responsibility of the airline to check for entry eligibility, but who determines the rules that define entry eligibility? Certainly not the airline. The rules are the same for all airlines.
Keith ************
It's the airlines that have to foot the bill if Thai immigration turns you back. So they may require an onward flight. But I don't think they will for a DTV, unless they misunderstand it.
Arnold **********
I have never been stopped by the Thai immigration for not having an onward flight.
Arnold **********
@Bart *************
sorry you don’t have what you are talking about, I have been stopped three times in Australia for not having a return flight.Bart **************
@Arnold *********
so what? What I've said is still true. If you say I don't know what I'm talking about, it only makes yourself not know what you talk about. I suggest you check the conditions for Thailand via exemption before telling others they're wrong.
Janelle *****
OP@Arnold *********
what if they insist I need itArnold **********
@Janelle ****
yes ,only has to be a flight out of Thailand,can go to Vietnam,Cambodia,Malaysia.Doesn’t matter
Janelle *****
OP@Arnold *********
huh even tho I have the right to stay there for 1 year?
Aaron *******
@Janelle ****
Be prepared to show airline Visa is good 180 days, and extendable for another 180 days. DTV is still new, so maybe some problems.
Jordan *******
You don’t need it
Janelle *****
OP@Jordan ******
thank you
Elías ********
You don't.
Ralph *******
No need for an onward flight.
Nigel *********
Let us know how you get on... ( Hardly anyone lets us know how they get on 😥)
Steve *******
No, you don't, unless you piss off the immigration officer
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