Does anyone from the UK know how long does the 60 day tourist E Visa take to process?
Also I plan to extend this for an extra 30 days in Thailand and stay for 90 days. Will I have a problem if my airline booking shows a return date of 90 days after arriving instead of the initial 60 days?
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The processing time for a 60-day tourist E Visa for Thailand is typically reported to be around 2-3 days, based on the most recent information from the London embassy. If you plan to extend your stay for an additional 30 days, it is important to note that while you can obtain an extension once in Thailand, airlines often require proof of onward travel for tourists. It is generally advised to have a booking that shows you exiting Thailand within the initial 60-day entry period, even if you intend to extend your visa. Failure to provide such proof might result in difficulties at the airline check-in counter.
Most recent reports from London embassy say 2-3 days turnaround time for tourist evisa
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Not sure on part 1. Probably only a few days.
If you are entering on a long term visa, like a Non O or Non OA or Thailand Elite you do not need an onward flight out from Thailand.
If on a visa exempt entry or tourist visa you need to have a flight ticket out of Thailand within the amount of days that your initial entry allows, regardless that you can get an extension in country. It doesnât need to be a return ticket, any ticket out of Thailand will suffice.
In theory immigration can deny you entry if you donât but they rarely ever would, because they know you can get an extension.
Almost always the hang up will be when you try to board your plane. Many airlines will not allow you to board without an onward ticket within the number of days.
Some will let you. Many wonât. You probably donât want to be the one scrambling to buy an onward ticket at the check in desk. Best option is a changeable ticket, and just change the date when youâre here.
Alternatively you can Google âonward flight ticketâ and youâll find a plethora of companies willing to sell you one for around $10. A real ticket, Phuket to Singapore, would be approx ÂŁ25/$35 depending on the time of year.
Youâll probably get a number of replies saying âI managed to enter with no problem, therefore you wonât have one either.â Well you wonât find out which way itâll go until you get to the check in desk.
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