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What are the chances of being denied entry to Chiang Mai on a visa exemption if I have a lengthy stay history?

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Aug 24, 2025

8 months ago

Rene ******

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What will be the chances at Chiang Mai with such a history when arriving on visa exemption? Doubting to take fast track or not. Dutch passport

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The discussion revolves around the chances of entering Chiang Mai on a visa exemption given the user's past stay history. Comments suggest that having a Dutch passport and previously staying in Thailand for extended periods might raise concerns at immigration. Recommendations include preparing necessary documentation such as proof of funds, onward travel, and accommodation to facilitate entry. Some users suggest that purchasing a fast track service could help expedite the process, while others advise obtaining a proper visa if there's significant worry about entry denial.

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Hristo ***********

Change your passport. Ofc they have your history in digital db, however usually check mainly the passport. There is always some chance to get extremly unlucky, however from your history is visible that you just spend the winters here and most probably dont work offline, so i wouldnt expect huge problems. Also as other suggested, prepare all required docs( money, onward ticket, hotel reservation ).

8 months ago

Todd *********

Why would you be concerned about this?

8 months ago

Rene ******

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@Todd ********

dont want to be refused/ send back

8 months ago

Todd *********

@Rene *****

sent back for doing a tiny bit of travel?! Not a chance

8 months ago

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Jo **********

your fine I have dutch passport and stayed 200 days in Chiang Mai post covid using visa exemption before i got my LTR. I was never questioned. Important never stayed more 30 days. left each time for 7-10 days

8 months ago

Maxim ***********

ffs just take the 4k baht fast track that many agents are offering.

8 months ago

Cloana ********

Tout ça pour ns montrer que Mr voyage bcp...

8 months ago

Juls ******

@Cloana *******

nan, ca prouve quil sait mettre des couleurs ds excel, cest tout.

8 months ago

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Gardar ***************************

Just get a proper visa if you that worried 🤷

8 months ago

Det *******

@Gardar **************************

Visa exemption is “proper” entry.

Thailand needs to write a proper policy.

8 months ago

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Det *******

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

Have you received a warning before? You're around 5 months in the last year, so it's a little iffy. But generally you will receive a warning before being outright denied entry.

I would recommend having the 3 proofs if you want to enter.

1) Proof of funds (20,000 baht or equivalent in another major currency) IN CASH ONLY

2) Proof of onward travel (a ticket out of Thailand within 60 days of arrival)

3) Proof of lodging (at least the first 1-2 weeks of a hotel booking)

8 months ago

Rene ******

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

no, no warning. It's really on the edge and a gamble :) thnx

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