Is it safe to use a dummy ticket for proof of onward travel when entering Thailand on a 30-day visa?

May 22, 2024
7 months ago
Alan *************
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Has anyone used a dummy ticket, advertised for 12US dollars,for proof of onward travel at immigration if asked? If coming into Thailand on a 30 day visa on entry are they likely to ask for proof of onward travel?
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The consensus among community members is that while airlines are primarily responsible for checking proof of onward travel, immigration officials may not always ask for it upon entry into Thailand on a 30-day visa. Several users mentioned their experiences where they were never questioned by immigration, but it is emphasized that airlines may deny boarding without proper documentation. Some users recommend using a refundable flight ticket instead of a dummy ticket to reduce risks, while others note the importance of understanding the immigration policies of different countries, as they can vary.
Greg *********
I heard of that onward ticket but I don't trust it either. I see someone posted that you must have return trip to home that doesn't make sense to me
Simon ********
Depends where your flying in from, immigration wont ask
NA'Ahulelua *********
Airlines are required to ask. If you don’t have the proper documents, they will deny you boarding.
Alan *************
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@NA'Ahulelua ********
so after 30 days you plan to overland to Laos how do you prove that?
NA'Ahulelua *********
@Alan ************
you have to prove how you are getting back home even if you are crossing the border and leaving from another country…Airlines get fined for allowing passengers to board without the proper docs.

keep in mind that each country has there own immigration laws. Because you “got away with it the first time” , doesnt mean you’ll get away with it the second time.. There is a lot of inconsistency..it’s up to you if you want to take that risk.
Alan *************
ORIGINAL POSTER
Might get a few changs for 12 dollars!
Sh ****
@Alan ************
I booked a refundable ticket on Qatar airways yes it’ll be be expensive but you get 100 percent back. Just make sure it’s refundable it’s the 2nd or 3rd option and can cancel any time on the app or website very easy to use. Save your 12 dollars for a Chang 😂
Alan *************
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@Sh ***
I’ll have a look. Thanks 🙏
Michael ********
Its airline that ask not immigration. Never once been asked by immigration and flown in hundreds of times
Marc *********
Yes many times
Bob **********
Your airline will most likely
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