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Do the visa exemption requirements still apply when entering Thailand with a Non O visa?

Dec 8, 2025

2 days ago

Hi All,

So in January I will be leaving and returning to Thailand for the first time since getting my Non O extended and I have a question that I can't find a clear answer to on Google and I was wondering if anyone here could help out. Under the Visa exemption rules you are supposed to have 10k baht or equivalent currency, a flight leaving Thailand and booking details of where you are staying in Thailand. My question is are all of these still a requirement when entering with a Non O, are some still applicable or do they not apply to a Non O? If anyone knows the answer or has experience of being asked any of these while on a Non O the assistance would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

When entering Thailand with a Non O visa, the standard visa exemption requirements—including having 10,000 baht (or equivalent), flight booking, and accommodation details—do not apply. Holders of a Non O visa do not need to provide these upon entry. However, it is crucial for them to have a re-entry permit if planning to leave and return to Thailand.

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Bob **********

You do have a re entry permit don’t you??

2 days ago

Steven ******

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Yeah a multiple reentry one

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Jesper *******

You are holding a nonO the requirements of visa exempt (onward ticket,cash 20k,hotel bookings )does not apply to you....u need to ensure you have a re entry permit before u leave the country.....never have any problems coming into thailand when ever the immigration officer saw my nonO extension and re entry permit hardly carry cash (just some loose change)

2 days ago

Gregory *********

You have your non o bank deposit. Dont need outbound flight as you have a longterm visa. You may even have an address as a rental or residence you used to apply for extension. So those requirements are only for visa exempt.

2 days ago

Jason ***********

I confirm 20k baht.

2 days ago

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

None of this is required with a non-O visa.

Also, entering as a tourist is 20,000 baht or equivalent in another major currency, in cash only. Not 10k.

2 days ago

Ian **********

@Brandon ***********

40k baht per family

2 days ago

Steven ******

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Cheers, i was pretty convinced the accommodation and exit flight wouldnt be required but was unsure about the cash. I actually always carried 20k baht with me, not sure why I put 10k.

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