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Do I need proof of onward travel if I have a DTV visa?

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asked Dec 11, 2025
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If we have the DTV visa, do we need proof of onward travel?
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The general consensus is that having a proof of onward travel is not strictly required when entering Thailand with a DTV (Destination Thailand Visa). However, to avoid potential hassles at customs, many travelers recommend purchasing a low-cost onward ticket as a precaution.
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Cesar *******
Cesar *******
How do I block all these Anonymous crap? 🤔
Kevin *********
Kevin *********
What is a Destination Thailand Visa visa? Why do you need a visa to get a visa?
Benjamin *********
Benjamin *********
No
Angeil ********
Angeil ********
No… never been asked for it coming back into Thailand. They’ve asked how long I’m staying I always say “180 days”.
Andrew ******
Andrew ******
For less than 20 bucks you can by an onward ticket and clear up all your worry. Maybe you don't need it, maybe the customs guy is having a bad day and they ask. Just because it isn't a requirement doesn't mean you might not get hassled for it. Things are changing with Thailand Customs quickly these days.
Joseph *******
Joseph *******
Supposed to . Best to buy a train or bus ticket to play safe I’ve been told by veterans who been doing this before us . Great tip
Ben ********
Ben ********
No. And it's called the DTV, not the DTV visa. You don't need to use the word visa twice
Robban ********************
Robban ********************
@Ben *******
SalsaSauce 🤣
Ben ********
Ben ********
Kieran *******
Kieran *******
@Robban *******************
bao bun, koi carp etc etc :)
Robban ********************
Robban ********************
@Ben *******
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Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
You have too much time on your hands
Ben ********
Ben ********
Anonymous participant 904 indeed, it's great
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
Nope
Phil ******
Phil ******
No unsure about your airline
James ********
James ********
No, Thai Immigration will not ask to see it... . but Ask your airline to be sure.
Greg *********
Greg *********
@James *******
most airlines don’t know, got asked leaving Australia 4 weeks ago with Virgin Australia, didn’t have a clue
James ********
James ********
@Greg ********
thank you for the reply.

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