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May 20, 2021

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Is it true that if you apply for the tourist visa too early it may expire before the trip and you need to re-apply? How early is too early to apply for one? I'm planning on entering Thailand in 40 days from now (June 30).

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Yes, if you apply for a tourist visa too early, it may expire before your trip, and you would need to re-apply. Typically, a Tourist Visa is valid for entry to Thailand for three months from the date of issue. Since you plan to enter in 40 days, applying closer to your travel date is advisable to ensure the visa remains valid.

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The Tourist Visa is valid for entry to Thailand for three months from issue date.

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The length of a tourist visa is 90 days. On entry, you will be stamped in for 59 days, with the ability to purchase ONE 30 day extension of stay based on tourism, bringing your total time to be in Thailand for 89 days.

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thanks for this info

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