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What are the requirements for outbound tickets when applying for a METV in Thailand?

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Hi all. I am shortly going to apply for the METV and I have a couple of questions about the outbound ticket....

1) Will a bus or train ticket be accepted?

If yes...

2) When should I book the outbound ticket for? Two, six months after arrival or is there no specific requirement?

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The conversation discusses requirements for outbound tickets when applying for a Thailand Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV). Users clarify that while a bus ticket might not be accepted, a train ticket could be, depending on the consulate's requirements. It is noted that typically, consecutive tickets are needed: one from the home country to Thailand, one out of Thailand for the duration of the visa, and potentially another for returning to Thailand after departure.

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3 tickets needed, first one from your home country showing any connecting flights into Thailand, then a ticket out of Thailand and lastly an airline ticket back into Thailand.

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John **********

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I wouldn't use a bus ticket, a train ticket might be acceptable but some consulates want to see flights.

Normally for an METV you need to show why you need one, so a ticket into Thailand, a ticket out of Thailand (for the time you get stamped in for) and a ticket back to Thailand

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thanks John, much appreciated

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