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Is a bus ticket sufficient proof of onward travel when entering Thailand on a visa-exempt entry?

Visa Exempt Entry Onward Travel Requirements Thailand Immigration Bus Tickets Visa Regulations Tourist Visa

Adrian ******

asked Jan 21, 2024

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Just a quick question. Will a bus ticket out of Thailand be acceptable for onward travel? Will arrive on visa exempt as haven't got time to sort out other visa options. Hoping to fligh on a one way and get a bus ticket out of Thailand within the 30 days. 

Thx for any info

Answer summary

The original question inquires whether a bus ticket out of Thailand would be considered acceptable proof of onward travel upon entering the country as a visa-exempt traveler. Responses highlight that airlines may have their own policies regarding this, and that bus tickets may not be viewed as valid evidence of exit since they often do not represent international travel. Some users suggest checking with the embassy for quicker tourist visa options, while others share personal experiences indicating that they have entered Thailand without being asked for proof of onward travel.

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Ritchie *****

We left Melbourne 2 weeks ago without a exit from Thailand and we weren’t asked

We will get 30 extension next week

3 years ago

Leroen ***************

Not once in 35 years have customs asked about it entering Thailand on a VOA.

3 years ago

Graham ******

@Leroen **************

That's because it's Immigration that grant you entry and it probably wouldn't be VoA but Visa Exempt to get your 30 day entry stamp 😉

3 years ago

Leroen ***************

@Graham *****

You are absolutely right. I stand corrected. 😁

3 years ago

Leroen ***************

Oh and.. Tried the E visa for the first time this year. Had it returned and granted in about a week

3 years ago

Henrik *****

You might be surprised how quick the Embassy can issue a Touristvisa, now the high-high season is over.

Check with the Embassy.

3 years ago

Adrian ******

Yeh,I thought so. Only ever done visa exempt at a land borders as usually have some sort of visa, TV,non o

Thanks anyway

3 years ago

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

@Adrian *****

Google "onward travel ticket" there are many cheap options

3 years ago

James **********

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

I have done this. I felt better. Never was asked to show it. Gate tender was impressed with my knowledge. 555

3 years ago

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

Your airline is the one who might ask, so contact them and ask them what their policy is for those flying to Thailand without a visa.

Most bus tickets are not actually international travel and are just to the city on the Thai side of the border, and this does not count as proof of leaving Thailand. Some also may require it to be a plane ticket.

3 years ago