Can somebody please remind me whether there is an ATM at Phuket (International) arrivals before immigration? My son is entering this evening and needs to show cash.... Many thanks
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A user inquired whether there is an ATM at Phuket International Airport before immigration, as their son needs cash upon arrival. Comments clarified that there are no ATMs before immigration, and travelers must have cash in any currency ready as they may be asked to show it. Additionally, there was discussion regarding the son's visa status, as he is reportedly entering on a visa-exempt status, which raised questions about the visa application process for UK passport holders. Overall, the conversation underscores the importance of having cash available before arrival in Thailand.
IDR – Indonesian Rupiah. IDR is considered to be a restricted currency, which implies an inherent limitation to the tradability of this currency. Fund transfers in this currency are not allowed outside of Indonesia. I wouldn't count on that being accepted by immigration
Thanks guys... He's been here 4 months and overstayed only due to glitches with getting a work permit... an agency had his passport. He has a kbank atm card but I'll make sure he also gets a bundle of cash in kl before leaving... :-)
thanks Robert but I'm using 2nd hand info here, so best pause this for now. I'm just booking him an onward flight to try to tick all boxes possible....
Unless your son has an extensive history of living here on back-2-back visa exempt or tourist visa entries I doubt they will be asked anything when stamping into the country.
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