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What are the new visa rules for travelers arriving in Thailand?
@everyone
It is now confirmed that travelers arriving in Thailand are receiving 30-day visa-exempt entry stamps, with the change taking effect from midnight today.
Please plan your stay accordingly.
As a reminder, we offer door-to-door 30-day extension services in Bangkok for 5,000 THB, allowing you to complete your first extension without needing to leave your residence.
If you have enough time to apply for a 60-day Tourist eVisa before traveling, this is generally the better option if you intend to stay in Thailand for longer than 60 days.
It is now confirmed that travelers arriving in Thailand are receiving 30-day visa-exempt entry stamps, with the change taking effect from midnight today.
Please plan your stay accordingly.
As a reminder, we offer door-to-door 30-day extension services in Bangkok for 5,000 THB, allowing you to complete your first extension without needing to leave your residence.
If you have enough time to apply for a 60-day Tourist eVisa before traveling, this is generally the better option if you intend to stay in Thailand for longer than 60 days.
Answer summary
Travelers arriving in Thailand now receive a 30-day visa-exempt entry stamp as of midnight. Visitors can extend their stay for another 30 days through a door-to-door extension service in Bangkok for 5,000 THB. It's recommended for those planning to stay longer than 60 days to apply for a 60-day Tourist eVisa in advance. The conversation includes inquiries about visa validity for longer stays, extension processes, and personal experiences regarding visa applications.
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Tee *****
I’ve just done mine as David Miller did. Piece of cake to do yourself. Important to save progress so easy to come back to. Hope this helps
Tommy ***********
Just insane you need 3100 for 1 hours work max
Ray ********
Thailand is so strict. I live in the United States and they let people stay here for six months. 🙄😤😢
James *******
5000 baht for a 1900 extension that takes 5 minutes at my immigration office. 🤣🤣🤣
THAI ******************************
OPYes, you can apply on your own for the official 1,900 THB fee, but for some people the process can take several hours.
Some clients are also concerned about receiving only a 7-day stamp instead of the full 30-day extension.
With our service, we ensure the 30-day extension.
Some clients are also concerned about receiving only a 7-day stamp instead of the full 30-day extension.
With our service, we ensure the 30-day extension.
James *******
@THAI *****************************
nobody is concerned about getting a 7 day extension when it is 30 days. The process takes minutes not hours.
Tommy ***********
want to save 3100 do it youself sooooo easy
Tommy ***********
meny places do it for 3500 cas you need to do 1 hours of work for 3100 ??!!!
THAI ******************************
OP@Tommy **********
Correct.The official immigration fee is 1,900 THB.
If you would prefer to stay at home, you can use our service for an additional 3,100 THB. We will pick up your documents and return everything once the extension is completed. Guaranteed 30 day extension (no 7 day stamp).
Laura ********
Does anyone know how long it takes from submitting application to receiving 60 day tourist visa at UK embassy?
Steven ********
Laura Sumner
I applied and received an Evisa for 6month validity METV. They have quite a few hoops for you to jump but I got it eventually. One thing to be sure of is don’t wait for an email thinking you’ll receive correspondence as to any issues along the process. They tell you on the website if they want more things from you. That wait made me have to cancel all my booked flights and accommodation applicants are forced to book in advance. I was waiting everyday for the Visa Success email which never came and only realised my application was on hold a week already when I saw a message in the site’s system.
It’s rather cryptic like they want you to photograph things like bills to prove you’re currently at your home not in Cambodia. Also it’s awkward on the phone it’s better done on a big screen.
I applied and received an Evisa for 6month validity METV. They have quite a few hoops for you to jump but I got it eventually. One thing to be sure of is don’t wait for an email thinking you’ll receive correspondence as to any issues along the process. They tell you on the website if they want more things from you. That wait made me have to cancel all my booked flights and accommodation applicants are forced to book in advance. I was waiting everyday for the Visa Success email which never came and only realised my application was on hold a week already when I saw a message in the site’s system.
It’s rather cryptic like they want you to photograph things like bills to prove you’re currently at your home not in Cambodia. Also it’s awkward on the phone it’s better done on a big screen.
Jim ********
Laura Sumner London is usually very quick. I’ve had mine issued in a matter of a couple of days a few times but never longer than 7-10 working days
Gary ***********
Laura Sumner 7-10 working days, chance they could be a bit busy in short term
Slawa ********
Welcome to Vietnam Bali Philippines?
Paul ******
Slawa Komoff see you
Phil ******
I planned it just right. Arrived 13th September and was allowed 60 days.
Khan ********
How much is 60 day evisa??
Paul ***********
@Khan *******
35 euroTHAI ******************************
OP@Khan *******
It depends on where you are applying from, generlaly 1,000 to 6,000 THB being the most expensive.
Tony ***********
Im travelling to thailand for the 3rd time this year from the uk,I have 3 months gap between each visit. Will this be ok?
Luc ************
Tony Karkoszka you will be fine if you didn't do extensions.
Tony ***********
Luc De Clerck i had one extension the last time I went.
Sam ********
Tony Karkoszka Get a visa, almost got denied after being pulled by immigration and questioned on camera. They said next time I need a visa or I am denied. (Similar travel history)
THAI ******************************
OP@Tony **********
Applying for a tourist visa is most likely not advisable if you have already made several long stays or extended trips to Thailand.****************************
The process is quite fast at the moment for most embassies, and costs as little as 1,000 THB.
Tony ***********
@THAI *****************************
I can't apply for a visa on arrival as the uk isn't on the eligible list of country's.THAI ******************************
OP
Jonas *********
Get another 60 day today so still no problem !
John *******
If you apply online before coming when will you receive a decision
David ********
John Moses 60 day tourist. we applied two weeks ago, online in the Uk. Both separately approved within 3 days and 4 days respectively.
John **********
@John ******
varies by consulateTHAI ******************************
OP@John ******
This is the safest approach, and way to stay the longest as you can do an additional 30 day extension on top of the 60 day TR.
Robert **********
I am going for 59 nights in December , can I get a visa for that ?
Latrice ********************
Robert Atkinson an METV is good for 6 months plus
Graham ******
Latrice DiFulvio Harrison for a 59 day stay?
Robert **********
Latrice DiFulvio Harrison what is meta
Bent *************
Robert Atkinson
No need, just get a 30 days extension at Immigration and pay 1900 baht.
No need, just get a 30 days extension at Immigration and pay 1900 baht.
Graham ******
@Bent ************
plus have proof of onward travel within 30 days in case it is asked for - just get the 60 day visa which costs less than an extension ;)THAI ******************************
OP@Robert *********
If you are from one of the visa-exempt countries, you can enter Thailand under the 30-day visa exemption.Once you are in Thailand, you can then apply for an additional 30-day extension.
The other option is to just apply for a 60 day TR visa through
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Peter *******
Robert Atkinson gewoon een visum aanvragen
Robert **********
Peter Crama where at, Thai embassy !
THAI ******************************
OPFull details:
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Sanjiv ********
@THAI *****************************
THAI VISA CENTRE - visa agent Do you handle NON O : RETIREMENT VISA. Previously I did it myself because I had 800,000 baht in Bangkok. However at Present no.THAI ******************************
OP@Sanjiv *******
We do but it may depend on passport country.You can connect with our team via LINE:
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