What are the requirements for a visa-exempt stamp for Thailand, and how can my brother handle onward travel ticket concerns?

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Oct 3, 2017

7 years ago

Brandon *****

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Hi, friends. My brother is flying into Thailand in a couple of days to meet up with me here. It's going to be his first time visiting. We are going to spend almost a month seeing Thailand, and afterwards we will travel to one of the neighboring country's together. Two questions. It has been brought to my attention that for his Thailand visa exempt stamp he may have to produce 20k baht, and/or a ticket of onward destination in Bangkok upon arrival. Question 1, as we are not sure what country we will visit after Thailand, I'm guessing that it doesn't matter to Thailand which country his ticket of onward destination states, correct..? But, for my brother's sake cancelling his ticket might be expensive. So, question 2, can anyone recommend a company where cancelling a flight ticket, in the event that he wants to, is inexpensive and hassle free..? To anyone who might help me out with this it is much appreciated...

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A traveler flying into Thailand on a visa-exempt stamp may need to show proof of onward travel and sufficient funds, such as 20,000 baht. It's not crucial for Thailand which country's ticket is presented as long as it's an onward journey. For budget-friendly options, travelers can consider purchasing low-cost bus tickets to neighboring countries, which can be canceled easily, or look for flight tickets with flexible cancellation policies, such as Air Asia's premium flex program that allows changes. This helps minimize financial loss if their plans need to change.

Terary **********

I often use bus ticket for onward travel.. There are only 3 neighbouring country. So if he buys a bus ticket to either there is a 33% chance he'll use it. If he doesn't use it, he is only out $20... Its a small insurance policy.

7 years ago

Brandon *****

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Thanks, guys...

7 years ago

Robert *******

Most of the time the question of onward travel is made by the airline company at check in. This because they are responsible for him if he get denied entry. Solution is or a cheap ticket, premium flex as Tod wrote, or if the staff is willing to signing a waiver towards the airline company.

7 years ago

Tod *********

If he doesn't have an extensive visa exempt or tourist visa history here he's highly unlikely to get questioned or be required to show proof of funds, a hotel booking or onward travel.

You can book a ticket with Air Asia and select their premium flex program which lets you change a ticket up to 2 times free.

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