Answered5 years ago

Do South Africans need a tourist visa for Thailand after visiting Cambodia?

Thailand Visa Rules Visa Exemption Visa on Arrival South African Travelers Tourist Visa Immigration Procedures

Jean-Pierre *********

asked Mar 11, 2022

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Any South Africans recently went to Cambodia and back to Thailand? I'd like some information because I'm quite confused... I was told I don't need a tourist visa as we have a 30day visa exemption. Does this mean I only apply for the Thai pass and get a visa on arrival? 

TIA

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The user is seeking clarification on Thailand visa requirements for South Africans returning from Cambodia. They were informed of a 30-day visa exemption, which does not constitute a visa but allows entry without one. However, the distinction between visa exemption and visa on arrival was discussed, highlighting that a tourist visa can be obtained in Cambodia for a longer stay.

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Marguyvin **********

5 years ago

Marguyvin **********

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5 years ago

Jean-Pierre *********

I'd like to stay as long as possible. I was told I can't apply for a tourist visa, and that's why I'm confused.

5 years ago

Bobby ********

Jean-Pierre Karsten. Who told you?

5 years ago

Jean-Pierre *********

@Bobby *******

turns out South Africans can't apply for 60 day tourist visas in Cambodia

5 years ago

Bobby ********

Jean-Pierre Karsten. I thought as much. I guess you can only do that from your home country. But you can come in on visa-exempt?

5 years ago

Jean-Pierre *********

@Bobby *******

one of the ladies at the embassy

5 years ago

Bobby ********

Jean-Pierre Karsten. Looking at the embassy website under tourist visa there is this paragraph referring to "certain countries" although it doesn't name them. Perhaps SA is one of them? We'll have to see if there are any other South Africans having the same problem

5 years ago

Brandon ************

Visa exempt isn't a Visa. It means you don't get a Visa. Visa on arrival is different.

What you do depends on how long you plan on being in Thailand when you return. Visa exempt is for 30 days and can be extended for another 30. Or you can apply for a Visa in Cambodia and potentially get more time, for example a 60 day Tourist Visa which can also be extended for another 30 days.

5 years ago