Do I need to show proof of an outbound flight ticket when arriving in Thailand as a tourist?

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If arriving as a tourist to Thailand (from NZ) one can get 60 days + 1 extension = 90 days total. Must one show proof of outgoing flight ticket, and can it be 90 days from arrival? Thankyou in advance.

Ask Thailand · Answer

When entering Thailand on a tourist visa from New Zealand, you typically need to show proof of an outgoing flight ticket corresponding to your initial 60-day visa period. Some airlines may require this to board, while immigration may also check upon entry. Extensions can be obtained after arrival, but the initial ticket must demonstrate compliance with visa rules.

Terri ******** · Answer

We are kiwis arrived here 2 weeks ago. We are intending to stay long term. Never got asked for a return ticket or health insirance at customs. Easy straight through 60 day visa.

Max ********** · Answer

I flew in July 19 with a one way ticket from Chicago and 3 cats. Got my passport stamped for 60 days. The entry lady asked when I was leaving. I told her I was going to apply for a 30 day extension after the 60 days, take a day trip to Malaysia come back and apply for a retirement visa. she stamped my passport and said have a great day, next please.

Gordon ******* · Answer

I wonder how that works with a DTV visa for 180 days potentially.

The onward flight from Thailand

Phil ********* · Answer

Thankyou for replies. So one should have proof of an outgoing ticket within the 60 days (visa period) on arrival, but can then refund or change ticket once in Thailand...?

Bart ************** · Answer

Yes, that's required. The unfortunate standard for Thailand is that extendability is not accounted for.

Henrik ***** · Answer

The ticket out of Thailand should always be before the current “visa”period ends, or you will show, that you are on the false visa for your lenght of stay.

Billy ****** · Answer

Usually the airlines who ask, but on the odd occasion, airport immigration.

Bob ********* · Answer

If they ask for it Google onwardticket and pay the $14 for a code

Mark ******** · Answer

Mate check in online if you only have carry on baggage thus negating the check in counter. Print off your boarding pass before arrival at airport. On arrival at airport head thru security check then straight to your gate and wait for your boarding announcement. I do this whenever I fly.

Leong *********** · Answer

It’s the airlines who will check for an onward ticket to leave Thailand within the initial 60 day window.

Stuart ********* · Answer

That’s going to be up to your airline. Some require you to have a ticket out of Thailand within the number of days allowed by your entry scheme, regardless that you could get an extension. Some don’t seem to care.

Call and ask their policy.

Call and ask their policy.

Do I need to show proof of an outbound flight ticket when arriving in Thailand as a tourist?

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