What are the current options for entering Thailand regarding the tourist visa and visa exemption?

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Hi guys, not sure if this has always been the case but the Belgian embassy is now requiring proof of booking for at least half a stay, when applying for a 60-day tourist visa.
Honesty due to all uncertainties, I am not really comfortable booking a 30-day stay in advance already. Can I also enter Thailand with a 30-day visa on arrival, an extend 2 times to a total of 90 days? Or is the only option to stay 90 days, the 60-day single entry visa + a 30 day extension locally?

Ask Thailand · Answer

The user is inquiring about the recent requirement from the Belgian embassy for proof of booking for a 60-day tourist visa to Thailand, expressing discomfort with booking a stay in advance. They seek clarification on whether they can enter Thailand on a 30-day visa exemption, extend it to 90 days, or if they should pursue the 60-day tourist visa with a local extension option. Comments suggest using a visa exemption for the initial entry and possibly a 60-day tourist visa with extensions, while some recommend making refundable bookings for visa applications.

Felix ******* · Answer

Just book a refundable booking and apply. They’re only doing this cuz they have to track down covid positive tourists. In passport control, there are signs everywhere that says “ you MUST have address in Thailand after quarantine” Just book whatever and be cooperative like a respectful traveler  if you got covid. The gov usually don’t care where u stay. Maybe a disease control center recommendation.

Ahmed ******** · Answer

Make a booking that you can pay directly to the property without using a debit card which is also cancelation free. Cancel it after you get the visa

Mark ******** · Answer

Take the 30 day visa exempt on arrival and work from there. That leaves you needing only a phuket sandbox 7 day reservation...

Stuart ********* · Answer

Entry with no visa is not visa on arrival, but called visa exemption. You get 30 days and can extend that once for a further 30 days. A tourist visa would give you 60 days plus a one time extension of 30 days too. There may be a possibility that they’re still selling the “Covid extensions” but that’s just a maybe at this stage.

What are the current options for entering Thailand regarding the tourist visa and visa exemption?

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