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Is it okay to have a return flight 60 days later when entering Thailand without a visa?

Mark *********
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Hi all.

When flying into BKK after march31.. is it a problem having a return flight in 60 days....no visa / using 30 day entry and getting 30 day extension later.
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Travelers flying into Bangkok after March 31 with a return flight scheduled for 60 days later might face scrutiny, primarily from their airline rather than Thai immigration. Although Thai law requires proof of exit before the end of the visa exemption period (30 days), airlines may enforce stricter rules concerning onward travel. To avoid issues, it's recommended to have an onward ticket booked, as this may be necessary for boarding, especially in Western countries. While Thai immigration has been lenient in practice, having a tourist visa could be a safer alternative.
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Alain ***************
Alain ***************
If the airline says no, try booking the cheapest ticket out of the country while you’re still in front of the check in counter. One of the thai youtubers did this in srilanka
Luc ************
Luc ************
Just get an onware ticket for a few dollars. Not difficult to Google.
Ling *****
Ling *****
The problem is more the airline than Thai Immigration. I always get the 60 day tourist visa so it wouldn't worry me in this case. But I have done a Vietnam trip before Thailand and the airlines at all airports asked for forward travel. You see as
@Stein **********
said the law is clear and you can get pulled up on it in Thailand. The reality is though that over 33 years of going to Thailand Thai Immigration has never asked me to show onward flights. Take the risk if you want to but a tourist visa is cheap and the best way to go for your case.
Stein ***********
Stein ***********
The law is absolutely clear. if you arrive on a visa exemption or visa on arrival, you must have a ticket out of the country before your residence permit expires. There is no requirement for a return ticket, a ticket out of the country by plane or bus is accepted.
Paul *******
Paul *******
@Stein **********
a bus or train ticket aren't always acceptable to airlines. Some airlines will allow travel on a one way ticket if you sign a waiver of liability in case you're refused entry. All others will be fine with an onward ticket to any other destination, though check in agents in Australia and America might call over their supervisors if you present a one way ticket to Phnom Penh rather than a ticket back to your home country but typically this is soon approved and you'll be issued with a boarding pass.
Stein ***********
Stein ***********
@Paul ******
this is the Thailand's law. Air, train, bus and boat tickets is accepted. Airlines must accept Thailand's law.
Albert ********
Albert ********
@Stein **********
I believe it's 45 days. You can apply for a 90 day non immigrant visa. And definitely depends on what country you are from.
Tony *********
Tony *********
I've never had a problem but I've had 60 day Tr but had a 90 day return ticket
Mark *********
Mark *********
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@Tony ********
this is how I used to get 5 months in Thailand.

Purchasing 2 x 60 day visas prior to flying. and entering on a free 30.

We had an honory consul - general for Thailand in Adelaide.

Good times
Mark *********
Mark *********
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@Tony ********
I want to try that xmas time.

What does the 60 day tr cost you.
Tony *********
Tony *********
@Mark ********
from Australia. It's 60 dollars
Mark *********
Mark *********
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@Tony ********
thank you...that's seems to be the best way
Ginette *****************
Ginette *****************
Yep 👍
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
Immigration probably won't care but your airline might not let you board without proof of leaving Thailand in 30 days. You'll need to check with them
Mark *********
Mark *********
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@Brandon ***********
cheers...will check with Singapore airlines
Michael ********
Michael ********
@Mark ********
i fly regularly from Singapore to Bangkok and have been asked every time to show return ticket. Except when checking in at terminal 2 which is fully automated.
Marc ********
Marc ********
@Mark ********
Said airline never asked me for an exit ticket

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