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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
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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 poster inquired about the likelihood of facing issues when entering Chiang Mai on a visa exemption given their past stay history. Responses highlighted the importance of having necessary documents like proof of funds, onward travel, and lodging. Several users shared personal experiences, indicating that while having a record of previous long stays may raise questions, many have successfully entered Thailand without issues, especially with proper preparations. Suggestions included opting for a fast track service and considering a proper visa for peace of mind.
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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 ).
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Todd *********
Why would you be concerned about this?
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Rene ******
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@Todd ********
 dont want to be refused/ send back
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Todd *********
@Rene *****
 sent back for doing a tiny bit of travel?! Not a chance
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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
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Maxim ***********
ffs just take the 4k baht fast track that many agents are offering.
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Cloana ********
Tout ça pour ns montrer que Mr voyage bcp...
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Juls ******
@Cloana *******
 nan, ca prouve quil sait mettre des couleurs ds excel, cest tout.
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Gardar ***************************
Just get a proper visa if you that worried 🤷
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Det *******
@Gardar **************************
 Visa exemption is “proper” entry.

Thailand needs to write a proper policy.
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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)
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Rene ******
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@Brandon ***********
 no, no warning. It's really on the edge and a gamble :) thnx
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