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Do I need to specify 60 or 90 days on my SETV application?
Do I have to write down 60 days or 90 days on the SETV? Because the last 30 days are the extension! But I have a flight out of Thailand after 90 days, not after 60 days.
Answer summary
The discussion revolves around whether to indicate 60 or 90 days when applying for a Single Entry Tourist Visa (SETV) for Thailand. It appears there's confusion about flight arrangements and the visa's duration. Generally, the SETV grants a 60-day stay, with a potential 30-day extension available, totalling 90 days. Participants advise mentioning the 60-day stay when applying but recommend having travel plans that accommodate the possibility of extending. Some express concerns about needing a return flight within the initial 60 days to not face issues when flying out.
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Patrick ********************
I am not sure where you are located and what country you are from, but for the most up to date and accurate information for entering a country, check with that country embassy in the country you are currently in.
Stefan *******
How soon can I make the 30 days extension?
Daphne ***********
OPI got a lot of different answers. That shows how confusing everything is. My flight out I’ll plan after 90 days. But I got the advice from some of you to book also a flight after 60 days, otherwise I can be refused entering the plane (or country). What a lot of hassle. All I wanted was a long, wonderful holiday in Thailand.
Sandy ********
Daphne van Hove There is no confusion. On a visa application the departure must less than the number of days that would be granted on entry. The date on a return flight is immaterial. I have just received a Non O without any return flight. As far as airlines are concerned, they cannot refuse boarding to anyone in possesion of a valid visa, only those travelling visa exempt. Some staff are not familiar with requirements so if challenged just call a supervisor.
Craig ********
As part of your documentation provide a letter stating that you will be responsible for ensuring you apply for a 30day extension before the expiry of your 60day stamp. This is usually accepted by most embassies.
Yvonne ***********
60 days
Yvonne ***********
60 days
Bob ******
That time period is based on your flights in and out, so 90 days. Print out the Visa once you get and show to airline and immigration.I've done the SETV many times here in the US, never had an issue.
Bob ******
That time period is based on your flights in and out, so 90 days. Print out the Visa once you get and show to airline and immigration.
I've done the SETV many times here in the US, never had an issue.
I've done the SETV many times here in the US, never had an issue.
Lisa *********
Only say your destination is 60 days because that's what the visa covers, extend later
Jack *********
You can by a train ticket out of Thailand after 60 days. .. but you have to make the ekstra 30 before 60 days. .
Mari *************
Same for me, no problem, my visa came after 8 working days
Daphne ***********
OPMari Lou Fields what do you mean. You wrote down 60 days and stayed 90?
Alan **********
Why would you have your exit flight out of Thailand AFTER 90 days ?
The airlines and Thailand KNOW how routine a 30-day extension normally is, but AFTER 90 days ?
The airlines and Thailand KNOW how routine a 30-day extension normally is, but AFTER 90 days ?
Daphne ***********
OPAlan Rothwell my flight out is before 90 days.
Jared **********
It actually depends on the embassy, you can ask if they will allow a flight out between 60-90 days if you submit a signed letter stating your intent, plan on getting the extension, and that you are responsible for any fees or penalties from overstaying
Or you just buy a cheap ticket or onward ticket
Or you just buy a cheap ticket or onward ticket
Alastair ********************
You're applying for a visa that has a maximum stay of 60 days so I suspect you can't enter anything over 60 days. I appreciate you can get a visa extension for an additional 30 days once in Thailand but that's not part of the visa application process.
If you are over 50 apply for a Non-O retirement visa as they will allow you to stay 90 days.
If you are over 50 apply for a Non-O retirement visa as they will allow you to stay 90 days.
Alan **********
Alastair Phillip Patterson You see ? I would think it's better to tell the truth about one's intentions and see what they say.
THEY certainly know how routine 30-day extensions are for tourists.
THEY certainly know how routine 30-day extensions are for tourists.
Daphne ***********
OPAlastair Phillip Patterson thx. Another question: they also ask proof of residence. My home country is the Netherlands. But I’m in Spain now. I have to apply in Spain for the non O, but the Spanish embassy only applies when you’re a Spanish resident. what am I going to do?
Alastair ********************
Daphne van Do do you have a Spanish driving licence or recent utility bills? If you use those as proof of location.
Daphne ***********
OPAlastair Phillip Patterson i still have a dutch driving license. The utility bill is on the name of the owner of the apartment I rent and I do not have a rental agreement. Hahaha. I’is almost funny how it all can’t be realised.
Daphne ***********
OPAlastair Phillip Patterson ok. But then I’m supposed to put 800 k on a Thai bank account don’t I?
Alastair ********************
Daphne van Hove No, the financial requirements are either the equivalent of 65K THB per month for 3 months OR the equivalent of 800K in your bank account. If you can satisfy one of these requirements you will be fine. You only need the 800K in a Thai bank if you will be seeking an extension of the Non-O visa. If you only want to go for 90 days and over 50 this will be the most appropriate visa for you with no trips to immigration required.
Daphne ***********
OPAlastair Phillip Patterson thank you 🙏🏻
Cool_Ba********
Simon Adams That's what he said. ;)
Simon *******
Alastair Phillip Patterson you only need to put 800,000bht into a Thai bank if you want to extend the 90 days to 12 months
Ronnie ***********
The should have a box you can tick stating if you plan on extending for 30 days.
Michael *****************************
Leo Nardo but they don’t
Ronnie ***********
Michael Riddermann Munck Pedersen I know that's I'm I'm saying they should lol
Alan **********
Michael Riddermann Munck Pedersen Could be a very bad idea. Anecdotal information suggests that Thailand is wise to dummy tickets and using one *could* get you refused at entry.
And research suggests Thailand can tell the difference. WILL they check ? Don't know, but they can.
PAID, but refundable tickets are a different story, as anybody can change their mind.
And research suggests Thailand can tell the difference. WILL they check ? Don't know, but they can.
PAID, but refundable tickets are a different story, as anybody can change their mind.
Henrik ****
You get SETV for 60 days only, and need a ticket out in 60 days. When in Thailand you can extend it by 30 days, but not upfront when applying for eVisa.
Alan **********
Henrik JN The answer is, unfortunately, like many things Thai Immigration related is "maybe".
There have been MANY cases of airlines letting people board with a return ticket dated after a normal stay, and stories of being DENIED boarding & the customer buying an exit ticket right there at initial boarding just to be let ONTO the flight.
Depends on the airline AND Thai Embassy.
There have been MANY cases of airlines letting people board with a return ticket dated after a normal stay, and stories of being DENIED boarding & the customer buying an exit ticket right there at initial boarding just to be let ONTO the flight.
Depends on the airline AND Thai Embassy.
Henrik ****
Alan Rothwell, there are two stories. One is about Thailand, and another one is about airlines. Some airlines are careful about a return ticket, others aren't. But when applying for a visa asking for travel tickets, it is very unlikely that a Thai Embassy will not follow the rules. Then why asking for tickets in the first place?
Alan **********
Henrik JN Fair enough. Why do they have extensions then ?
Why not just tell visitors, "When your "permission to stay" is over, you must leave" ? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Let's face it, the disconnect between the Interior (police/immigration) and the Ministry (Embassies) causes much of, if not all, of this confusion.
No way of telling how many potential tourists are turned off and go somewhere else because they can't tell what's going to happen when they arrive, not to mention not telling an applicant why their application was denied.
Why not just tell visitors, "When your "permission to stay" is over, you must leave" ? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Let's face it, the disconnect between the Interior (police/immigration) and the Ministry (Embassies) causes much of, if not all, of this confusion.
No way of telling how many potential tourists are turned off and go somewhere else because they can't tell what's going to happen when they arrive, not to mention not telling an applicant why their application was denied.
Wayne ********
It’s quite confusing isn’t it I’m staying 90 days but applied for multi entry still waiting for it
Henrik ****
Wayne Morton if applying for METV you are applying for a visa valid for 6 months with multiple stays of up to 60 days, of which each stay can be extended in Thailand by 30 days at Immigration. When applying you must show a ticket entering Thailand and a ticket out within 60 days, plus a ticket re-entering Thailand again later. The tickets in and out can be train or bus tickets.
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