Should I apply for a single-entry or multiple-entry visa for my travel to Thailand and transit options?

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Nov 17, 2023

a year ago

Alan *********

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I am scheduled to arrive in Thailand by air on the 11th of February 2024 and plan to depart 11 days later to visit neighboring countries. Subsequently, I will return to Thailand on the 24th March via Suvarnabhumi Airport, where I intend to stay only at the airport while waiting for my connecting flight to my destination country.

In light of this itinerary, I am seeking guidance on whether I should apply for a single-entry or multiple-entry visa. Additionally, I would appreciate information on the application process, specifically if it can be completed online or if it needs to be done upon arrival ( Maltese citizenship entitles us to do it upon entry as well)

Your assistance in providing clarity on these matters would be immensely helpful as I prepare for my travel arrangements.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The traveler plans to arrive in Thailand on February 11, 2024, and depart 11 days later, then return briefly on March 24, 2024, only to transit at the airport. They seek advice on whether to apply for a single-entry or multiple-entry visa and how to apply, noting that Maltese citizens may obtain a visa on arrival. Comments suggest that if the traveler remains airside and does not pass through immigration at Suvarnabhumi Airport, a visa may not be needed. It is critical to determine if the second flight is a through ticket to avoid a visa requirement. For initial entry, a visa on arrival can be obtained for 2000 baht, with options to apply at the airport or possibly online.

Brandon ************

The most important thing to determine is if your 2nd flight into Thailand is a through ticket or if you will need to leave to pick up your bags and check in for your next flight.

If you have a through ticket and will just be a pure transit passenger, you will not need a visa since you are not entering Thailand.

For your initial entry you can apply for visa on arrival when you are at the airport. It costs 2000 baht and you can fill out the application at the airport, or I believe you can also fill it out online before you arrive with e-visa on arrival.

a year ago

Alan *********

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@Brandon ***********

many thanks for your response.

a year ago

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Alan *********

Wayne *********

If you staying airside and not going through immigration at Bkk airport you dont need a visa as your not entering the country, different story if you have to go through immigration and check into your next flight

a year ago

Alan *********

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@Wayne ********

thanks for this

a year ago

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Alan *********

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