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Is a return flight or onward ticket required for a 90-day non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

Nov 28, 2024
a year ago
Kevin *******
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When arriving in Thailand on a 90-day non-O retirement visa with the intention of converting to a one-year visa, is it required to have a return flight or onward ticket?
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When arriving in Thailand on a 90-day non-O retirement visa, there are differing opinions on the requirement for a return flight or onward ticket. Generally, non-immigrant visas, which include the non-O retirement visa, are exempt from the onward ticket requirement, as the main purpose of these visas is to allow individuals to stay and reside in Thailand. However, some airlines may still insist on having a return or onward ticket for boarding, regardless of the visa type.
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Frankie *******
Yes u need to since the airlines requires for all inbound n out bound flights unless u r a resident
Jan ******************
Non immigrant visa is excused from onward ticket requirement.
Brandon ************
Not necessary for a non-immigrant visa. The entire purpose of those visas is to live in Thailand.
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