Answered7 years ago

Is it possible to stay in Thailand for 28 days on a METV after a previous stay, or should I obtain a visa?

Thailand Visa Rules METV Tourist Visa Visa Extension Immigration Expat Advice

asked Aug 5, 2019

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Hello, i was on a 6 month METV last time end of march in Thailand. I want to go 14 of August for 28 days with a 30day examtion on stay by entering via Airport BKK.

Is this possible or better get a Visa this week from embassy?

Thanks for feedback.

Answer summary

The user inquires about the feasibility of entering Thailand on a METV for 28 days, following a past 6-month stay that ended in March. They seek advice on whether this plan is feasible or if they should secure a visa from the embassy beforehand.

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James ********

...What is your nationality/passport?

...Have you a past history of entries into Thailand in 2017-18?

..A Tourist Visa is better than a visa exempt entry.

...How long are you planning on staying in Thailand? You state 30 days + 30 days extension.

7 years ago

James ********

Glad you are back in Thailand. You may wish to ask your question about Language School in Chonburi (not in Pattaya) on other Facebook forums or Expat Clubs. Pattaya City Expat Club is one. Pattaya Expats is another.

@Richard *******

may know...or post question on his Fb site.

7 years ago

Jens **********

@James *******

made it with exemption no trouble. Thanks for support.

One Question, maybe you know where to ask.

Looking for a reliable language school to learn thai in chonburi area not pattaya with ed visa support. With google can't find... thanks in advance.

7 years ago

Jens **********

Thank you very much. If you see someone cycling there, it could be me... :-)

7 years ago

James ********

I will leave your post open for added comments by others...Enjoy your trip to Thailand.

James ********

I could only WISH 😉

Jens **********

no 40 something

James ********

Jens...are you age 50+ ??

7 years ago

Jens **********

Ok, thanks for that quick help (y)

7 years ago

James ********

@Jens *********

that is not a rule. But Thai Immigration can ask you...its best to have I as I said..."Be sure to have your departure ticket, 20,000 Thai baht or equal in CASH, and booking address of your initial week of stay in Thailand."

7 years ago

Gregor **********

officially there is no limit to back-to-back 30 days exempt entries, but if they culminate in your passport, there will come the day when an immigration officers will object. This would be your first exempt entry this year,so I do not think that your 28-day stay in August will be affected by your previous METV stay, as this was no exempt entry but a holiday on a regular visa. Get the financials (20,000 THB in cash or equivalent currency) and the flight ticket out within the 30 days, and a proof of accomodation, just in case they ask. And you will be fine

7 years ago

Jens **********

@James *******

I did read on the german embassy site, that only 90 days allowed without visa within the last 6 month from the first time entering thailand. I guess that only apply to the 30 days exemption. But not sure.

7 years ago

James ********

Jens Blumberg if only 30 days this time...probably OK with Visa Exempt entry. Be sure to have your departure ticket, 20,000 Thai baht or equal in CASH, and booking address of your initial week of stay in Thailand....just in case Thai Immigration asks.

7 years ago

Jens **********

oh sorry.

- german passport

- yes i have a history usualy 30day examtion (twice a year with extantions) only

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METV

Planing to stay 28 day (have a ticket)

Later this year I'm planing to join a language school. But this trip now only less then 30 days

7 years ago