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Should I be concerned about denied entry to Thailand with a SETV despite my travel history?

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April 30, 2019

5 years ago

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Hey folks,

I'm flying into BKK in a few weeks and am a little nervous given some of the reports going around at the moment about denied entries.

Do these generally tend to happen to people living B2B on TV or VE stamps?

I have a history of staying in Thailand for 4-6 months of the year but I have been out of the country now for 5 months and am returning from London with a SETV, have 20k, onward ticket and hotel reservation.

Should I be concerned given my history or should it be fine given my 5 month absence?

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A traveler with a SETV is seeking advice regarding potential entry issues into Thailand after a 5-month absence. The community responses suggest confidence that the traveler should not face problems entering the country, especially with a legitimate visa and travel documents. Concerns about entry restrictions are discussed, particularly around the use of back-to-back visa extensions.

Kyle ********

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It’s the fake 180 day rule I’m most worried about

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Steven ***************

Agree with above. You have a real visa and also the other requirements they may ask for so should be fine.

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Kyle ********

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Thanks! These responses are much friendlier and more reassuring than the unnamed other facebook group 😂

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Mint ****

You should be fine, it's more back 2 back VE

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Chris *****

Fair play Garrett, haven’t seen any commenting closed down here 😅

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Chris *****

quick question. Do you have “find the visa that’s fits the purpose of your stay” permanently in your clipboard 🤔

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Martin ********

I doubt you will have any problem at all

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