What are the current requirements for returning to Thailand on an OA visa regarding health insurance?

O-A Visa Health Insurance Thailand Immigration

Nov 22, 2019

5 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

So where are we when you are on first year of OA issue in home country  ( US )  before Oct 31 and left Thailand for few weeks and return in first year . Stamped in for 12 months without proof of insurance ?

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The community discusses the requirements related to health insurance for the O-A visa, particularly for cases where the visa was issued before the new requirements implemented on October 31, 2019. Several members share their experiences at immigration, suggesting that while some travelers were not questioned about health insurance upon arrival, it still remains a potential requirement depending on the immigration officer.

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Robert *******

it may sound very silly, stupid and defending of Thais, but there was a very good reason to start introducing the health insurance for foreigners. It sounded like this: "Last year, foreigners incurred 305 million baht in unpaid medical bills, the year before, 346 million baht in unpaid medical bills."

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Ed ********

If they want it they want it and there aunt nothing you can do about it but buy the insurance or leave. If you get away without it hood on you but eventually they’ll catch you out

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Dawn **********

Ssh don’t left the cat out of the bag immigration Iggy be listening. LOL

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Bobby ********

I flew in to Suvarnabhumi on 11th November with OA issued in February. Not even the batting of an eyelid. However, note James comment..."then again". This IS Thailand!

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Adam ******

I flew in yesterday with an OA visa from before Oct 31. Woman asked about insurance but the IO next to her said I don't need it

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Michael ********

Some reports yes, and some reports no. How's that for an answer ;)

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Philip *********

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@Michael *******

I like Millers answer " yes " better !! 🙏🏼

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Philip *********

James ********

Click on topic for reports "O-A health insurance for O-A Visa"

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James ********

Yes...it appears IF O-A was issued BEFORE October 31, 2019...admitted without health insurance being questioned. But...then again...Good Luck. Hopefully that follows.

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James ********

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Will I Need Insurance When Returning to Thailand on an OA Visa Obtained Before the Requirement?

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