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How long do I have to wait before returning to Thailand after a short visit?

Thailand Visa Rules Expat Immigration Visa Exemptions Travel Restrictions UK to Thailand Travel

May 22, 2025

19 hours ago

Jeffrey *******

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Can I ask a question which has been answered before. It’s because the rules change so frequently, I’ve just spent 2 months in Thailand ( I’m from uk ) my holiday finished on the 22nd of may … how long is it before I can come again to Thailand ( 3 months this time ) … is it 6 month gap ??? Thank you for your time & patience

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The general consensus is that there is no fixed waiting period before re-entering Thailand after a short visit. While some travelers report successfully returning anytime after their initial stay, others suggest being cautious to avoid issues with immigration officers suspecting frequent travelers of trying to reside in Thailand. It's advised to wait at least a month or two between visits to minimize scrutiny.

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Kate *******

To ensure the acceptance of your 60-90 day extension, I would stay home a month or two then go again.

12 hours ago

Stephen ********

I emailed London embassy and got this back ...

I think it depends on the immigration officer .

13 hours ago

Todd *********

@Stephen *******

they have absolutely nothing to do with immigration offices or border control in Thailand

8 hours ago

Stephen ********

@Todd ********

yes they have details On these matters

8 hours ago

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Stephen ********

Tony *********

I come every 9-10 weeks and stay for 3 weeks and 6 weeks at Xmas. Never been Questioned

14 hours ago

Luc ************

Any time. I come 5 times a year on visa exempt.

19 hours ago

Jeffrey *******

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@Luc ***********

is that for 1 or 2 months at a time x 5 times a year ?

18 hours ago

Todd *********

@Jeffrey ******

if it looks like that, they will do their job and question you. If you have the answers, proof of accom, money and a ticket out.. you will have no problems/

If you have a dodgy history already, obviously use and agency for border bounce or get FastTrack services at airport

16 hours ago

Todd *********

@Jeffrey ******

60 days every time you enter. Each one can be extended by 30 days

17 hours ago

Jeffrey *******

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@Todd ********

thank you I was querying the gentleman’s post that he comes to Thailand with no problems 5 times a year , I just thought that if you looked to the Thai authorities that you are trying to live in Thailand ie 5 times a year x 2-3 months stay at a time that you could have problems ?

17 hours ago

Luc ************

@Jeffrey ******

5 times 5 weeks.

12 hours ago

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Luc ************

Chris *******

There is no set rule.

If you have done one entry and then come back again, basically anytime, should be no problem.

However if you have a history of entries into Thailand that they believe you are trying to live in Thailand, you may have problems.

It's all up to the officer you are in front of.

19 hours ago

Jeffrey *******

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@Chris ******

thank you very much Chris

19 hours ago

John *********

@Chris ******

that is the concise answer to the question.

19 hours ago

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John *********