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Do I need to get a visa in advance for Thailand if I plan to stay longer than 30 days?

Apr 4, 2023
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Jasmine *******
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Hi, I’m hoping somebody can help.

TOURIST VISA- travelling around SE ASIA

How do I answer question 8 & 9? Do I have to get a visa before hand if I want to stay longer than 30 days, or can I go to an immigration office when there? I’ll be coming to Thailand on 16th May (from the Uk and hold a UK passport)
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The user is seeking assistance with how to answer questions 8 and 9 on a visa application, particularly regarding the necessity of obtaining a visa beforehand if they wish to stay in Thailand longer than the standard 30 days granted upon arrival. The user will be traveling from the UK and has raised concerns about their travel plans across Southeast Asia.
Lynnette *******
Travelling around SE Asia? Not just Thailand?
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Jasmine *******
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I’ll be starting in Thailand and plan to be there for about 35-40 days
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so the 30 day visa exempt with an extension would do. Or a tourist visa you get before you arrive.
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Graham ******
8. Screenshot of bank statement with income & 9. Hotel booking
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Jasmine *******
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@Graham *****
can 9 be the same as 5?
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@Graham *****
can 8 be the same statement I use for the question which asks how much money I have in my account? Or could I use a salary payslip?
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Brandon ************
We can't help you if you don't tell us what type of visa you are applying for.
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Jasmine *******
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@Brandon ***********
sorry Brandon my mistake, a tourist Visa 🙂
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@Jasmine ******
graham gave you the correct advice
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Steve *******
8 is confirmation of your employment status, ie, employed, self-employed, student or retired, it's NOT a bank statement
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Jasmine *******
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I will be unemployed as I’ll be leaving my job to travel then coming back to it. Is it a letter from my employed that I need? Or can I use a pay slip? P60
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