Should I fly or take the train to cross the border into Thailand with a tourist visa?

Thailand Visa Tourist Visa Border Crossing Immigration Advice Travel tips

Jan 23, 2019

6 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi, I got my 3 months tourist visa from KL and today I planned to pass the border by train from Padang Besar... I feel little bit nervous because three months ago while I was crossing the border from Padang Besar (by bus) I was interrogated for half an hour. Even it was my first entry to Thailand for 2018 and now they will see in and out stamps on my pasaport. Should I fly or cross the border by train? Can anyone give me a recommendation? Thanks a lot

798

views

likes

all likes

replies

images

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is considering traveling to Thailand via train from Padang Besar after receiving a three-month tourist visa. They express concern about past interrogation when crossing the border and ask for recommendations on whether to fly or take the train. Comments provide information about potential cash requirements upon entry and emphasize the importance of having legal work permits for teaching in Thailand.

James ********

Bengi When you choose to become a teacher in Thailand PLEASE INSIST that the school provide you with a legal work permit. Its for your protection. Enjoy Thailand and I am sure Thai children will benefit. Take care 🌺

6 years ago

James ********

@Bengi *********

and I really believe you will make a fine teacher as you posted

*******************************************************************************

**********

*****

9&id=

*****

6 years ago

Bengi **********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@James *******

Thanks James 🙂 if one day I wanna work I’ll remember your recommendation

6 years ago

Reply to

Bengi **********

Tod *********

@Bengi *********

, you can be asked to show 20K baht in cash when you stamp in and all you can do is be prepared.

remember though, you have a tourist visa that is VALID for 3 months <- meaning you have 3 months from the time you get it to ENTER thailand and when you do you'll be stamped in for 60 days.

6 years ago

Tod *********

@Be***

as long as you're not living here on back-2-back visa exempt or tourist visa entries you shouldn't have a problem stamping in.. Just be calm, be prepared and you should get in without any issues.

Good Luck (y)

6 years ago

Bengi **********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Tod ********

That’s really good explanation, thanks a lot! I prepared money and flying booking documents that they I asked me before and I didn’t know it 🤞

6 years ago

Reply to

Bengi **********

Thai Visa Advice

... members · 40% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice group is a specialized Q&A forum for visa-related topics in Thailand, ensuring detailed responses.

Join the Group