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Is the visa exemption for UK passport holders in Thailand still valid, and what is the process to obtain it?

Joe *******
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Hi everyone,

I spent a few years in Thailand and Vietnam and am booked to return to Thailand in January.

I'm a UK passport holder and I only plan to spend a few weeks in Thailand. I have onwards travel booked and a hotel booked for the first few days (to recover from the journey) 😊

I can't remember how the visa system works as it has been a few years since I entered last, but I'm pretty sure I just go for the visa exemption?

Is this correct please?...and if so, what is the process for this? Is there a form to be filled out before I go, or do they do it once you arrive there?

Also, is there anything else I need before I fly?

Sorry for all the questions, and many thanks in advance for any help given!
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As a UK passport holder planning to visit Thailand for a few weeks, you can enter the country under the visa exemption scheme, which currently allows a 60-day stay. Upon arrival, simply present your passport and boarding pass at the immigration desk to obtain your entry stamp—no pre-arrival forms are necessary. It is recommended to have proof of onward travel and possibly a hotel booking for the initial days of your stay.
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Bob **********
Bob **********
Make sure you keep your boarding pass
Lynnette *******
Lynnette *******
Visa exempt is 60 days. Get off plane, pass through immigration, job done.
Bart **************
Bart **************
Visa exemption is still there, except that it's now 60 days.
Steve **********
Steve **********
As above..no forms now. Just roll up at immigration, smile 😊,and get a 60 day stamp. Easy.
Ken ***********
Ken ***********
Thailand has mentioned plans for an ETA but nothing tangible has been done. For now, just arrive with your passport and proof of leaving Thailand within 60 days and maybe a hotel booking and have a great time.
Graham ******
Graham ******
Just arrive and go to the Immigration desk with your passport and boarding pass to get your 60 day Visa Exempt entry stamp

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