Answered2 years ago
What are the current rules regarding the 60-day visa exemption when entering Thailand from the UK?
Looking for some clarity on the 60 day rule on a VE flying from the UK, I read somewhere that you can now only get 2 of these per Calendar Year, whereby with the previous 30 Day VE, there was no real limit when flying in, though liable for being questioned and possible refused entry. Can someone please clarify what the rules are and is my interpretation right? TIA
Answer summary
The user seeks clarification on the current rules for the 60-day visa exemption (VE) when flying from the UK, expressing confusion about the limit of two entries per calendar year. The comments clarify that there has been no change in the rules regarding 60-day VEs and that each entry is at the discretion of the immigration officer. Additionally, the user mentions previously holding a retirement visa and the challenges of renewing it while working outside Thailand.
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Neil ************
OPThanks Gents. I was actually on a Retirement Visa but school boy error, I forgot to get it renewed before I returned to work. It runs out while I’m at work outside of Thailand. My contract is up I December so I would have to do possibly 3 entries before I am back in Thailand long enough to get back onto a retirement visa. Apologies James for not seeing your message just gone 0500 where I am just now.
Graham ******
@Neil ***********
You can get a new Retirement Visa before you return to Thailand so then only need to do your extension after you returnNeil ************
OP@Graham *****
the issue is that I live in Thailand and work overseas on rotation 🤦🏻♂️Neil ************
OP@Ellie ******
unfortunately not possible, here in Iraq and I’m only on a 3 week rotation. Strict security here and cannot travel freely🤦🏻♂️.Ellie *******
@Neil ***********
, you may be able to apply for a Non-O visa in the country where you work as long as you meet the requirements. It doesn't matter whether you work in that country or not. You cannot work only in Thailand when you apply for Non-O retirement, and enter and stay in Thailand on a Non-O visa/extension based on retirement.James ********
@Neil ***********
thanks for your clarification. Are you eligible for the new DVT visa ???
John **********
There's no change to the rules with the move to 60 days when flying in. Every entry is up to the immigration officer you stand in front of
James ********
As I suggested...get the Thai Visa for your planned visits or stays in Thailand
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