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What are the experiences and tips for entering Thailand on a 60-day visa exemption?

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May 15, 2025
2 months ago
Mark ********
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My personsl experience.

OK just flew in on 60 day visa exemption.

The landing card completed fine.

I was questions by the IO on how long I was staying.

They asked where I was going and I presented an invitation letter from my fiance detailing where i would stay and scans of her address book and her identity card. They gave a little nod and finally checked where I was staying that night before my flight to phangan in the morning. Then stamped it.

Overall about 3 minutes, but I believe facilitated by clear paperwork.

The adage better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.

Fir reference I spent 39 days in September to October 2024. And 30 days February to March 2025 before this trip on may 15th.

I have a 52 day trip planned for September but I am going to apply for a proper tourist visa as it may save hassle with visa exemptions
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The user shares their recent immigration experience upon arrival in Thailand on a 60-day visa exemption. They successfully navigated the entry process by presenting clear paperwork, including an invitation letter from a fiancée and supporting documents. The immigration officer asked questions regarding their stay, but the user felt that being well-prepared facilitated a smooth entry, which took about three minutes. They also mention previous stays in Thailand and express intentions to apply for a proper tourist visa for an upcoming trip to avoid potential hassles with visa exemptions. The comments reflect a mix of appreciation for the experience shared, surprise at the questioning by immigration, and concerns about tightening immigration policies.
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Bent *************
All this bullshit showed why fewer and fewer tourists want to visit Thailand!
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Phil ******
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 yep immigration is tightening up so get a visa in the future
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Richie *******
Dint even want QR as it's on there computer linked to your passport
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Richie *******
In 16 years in and out I've never been questioned like that at immigration
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Ernst *********
Thx for sharing, great info!!!
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Mark ********
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@Ernst ********
 I forgot to add even though it is not an absolute requirement, I filled in the return flight section...
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Ernst *********
@Mark *******
 yep, that's great, I think if you have it, best to include that info.
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