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Is the 'Safe Entry' visa system a scam or a legitimate service for entering Thailand?
Does anyone know about the ‘Safe Entry’ visa system? It’s where you pay a visa agency to ensure that when you enter Thailand by air, you’re guaranteed a visa on arrival or visa exemption.
The agency claims it’s a legitimate process – you still go through immigration as normal, but they say you’d be directed to a different, fast-track counter.
Is this a scam, or is it a legitimate service? Has anyone had experience with it?
The agency claims it’s a legitimate process – you still go through immigration as normal, but they say you’d be directed to a different, fast-track counter.
Is this a scam, or is it a legitimate service? Has anyone had experience with it?
Answer summary
The 'Safe Entry' visa system, where you pay an agency for assistance in obtaining a visa upon arrival or visa exemption, raises concerns among users. Some believe it might involve corrupt practices with immigration officers, while others mention that fast track services are legal but don't promise entry if conditions are not met. Community feedback indicates a mix of skepticism and acknowledgment of the system's existence, emphasizing the need for valid visas rather than relying on agency services.
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Abhishek *******
If you have dtv just enter. Why are you worried about history of stay ?
Sarah ***************
OP@Abhishek ******
I don’t have the dtv….Abhishek *******
@Sarah **************
oh I thought since this is dtv group you have dtv. If you fly in with all the things which is money,hotel bookings, flights back with in a month you will be okSarah ***************
OP@Abhishek ******
Sorry I just wanted advice from many sources possible! Since you have the visa, can you please explain. How strict the working conditions are?
Do you have to be making a minimum salary?
Also, can you have the 10,000 USD transferred to your account a few days before applying?
Anonymous ******************
Legitimate? Well, you'll likely end up corrupting some officers without even realizing it. And once you do, be prepared to pay even more the next time you enter. I wouldn’t attempt it without a valid reason. Exemptions and visas are much easier to obtain these days. The only more or less legal way to enter is the fast track, but it’s really just about saving time and getting a smile. However, the fast track will unlikely allow you entry if you’ve been flagged.
Greg ********
There are fast track services. Free for most Business and First Class passenger plus some other groups. You can pay for these too. They cannot guarantee you anything that you do not already qualify for.
Jim ********
A bribe is paid to the immigration officers at the border. How else do you think it's done?
James ********
@Jim *******
its availability is at most ALL of the Thai airports which have international arrivals. Land border crossing entries require the use of an experienced border run service company for the same day return with a new STAMP.Jim ********
@James *******
"Experienced" at "greasing the wheels"? 😂😂James ********
@Jim *******
welcome to Thailand 👍Sarah ***************
OP@James *******
Oh I see! Thank youPaul ********
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@Paul *******
thank you, BUT do they guarantee entry if you have a recent history of staying in Thailand?Paul ********
@James *******
Yes that’s what they are all about, I know a few people that use them regularly.
One guy here now is on his 5th trip this year.
No idea how but it seems to work
Not questions asked
Paul ********
Yes Sarah I’ll get the link and post it for you
Thomas *******
@Paul *******
I’m also interested
Goel *******
Yes it has been happening since years now it’s not something new you can direct message me I’ll explain it to you however only locals know about this
Greg ********
@Goel ******
Only locals *****
55James ********
@Goel ******
and are you a Thai Visa Agent ?Activity
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