What are the requirements and options for applying and extending an STV visa in Thailand?

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January 19, 2021

4 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hello again,

I am trying to apply for the STV visa. So I found out that I need a backflight too. I thought if it is possible to nenew it twice I can just buy a backflight when I know for sure when I want to go back home again. Because now I dont know yet, if I want to stay just 90 days or 180 days. What would be the best option for me, what could I do if I am not sure yet when to go back? 

If I would like to extend my visa for another 90 days do I need an active insurance again which will cover everything, because for now I will just get the insurance for 90 days. 

I appreciate your help. Thanks

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is seeking advice on applying for the STV visa in Thailand, particularly regarding the requirement for a return flight and options for extending the visa if uncertain about travel plans. They are also inquiring about the need for insurance coverage when applying for an extension. Comments suggest options for securing a return or onward ticket and express uncertainty about the requirements for extending the STV visa.

Péter *******

it is hard to answer right now because as i know the STV visa was announecd less than 90 days ago, in fact noone has ever extended it yet...

4 years ago

Josef ********

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@Péter ******

Yeah I guess thats right, sorry for the question and thanks for your answer

4 years ago

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Josef ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Anyone knows what I need if I would like to extend my STV visa for another 90 days? Do I need the insurance again which will cover everything?

4 years ago

Tony ***********

Onewayfly.com same as above.

4 years ago

Josef ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Yes I guess this site is better, provides a ticket for 2 weeks not like the other for 48 hours, thanks

4 years ago

Tony ***********

If they check

4 years ago

Tony ***********

It says on the site that it will be valid for 2 weeks.

4 years ago

Josef ********

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@Tony **********

Thanks, so I can do this without any problem? They cant check thats a fake ticket?

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Josef ********

Fingal *****

@Josef *******

try an onward ticket website, they are cheap and can give you the proof you need:

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4 years ago

Josef ********

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@Fingal *****

Thanks, so I can do this without any problem? They cant check thats a fake ticket?

4 years ago

Fingal *****

@Josef *******

it’s not actually a fake ticket, it’s real. But you book it then get a refund, digital nomads have been using it for years.

4 years ago

Josef ********

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@Fingal *****

Okay thanks a lot, did not know about this :)

4 years ago

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Josef ********

Steve *********

What you need is "a return or onward ticket" ... a cheap flight to a neighbouring country will do, so long as it shows you leaving Thailand.

4 years ago

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Steve *********

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