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What are the requirements for proof of departure when applying for a METV in Thailand?

METV Thailand visa proof of departure visa extension immigration check departure ticket booking

Laurie ********

asked Jun 15, 2026

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I plan to get an METV. I will get a 30 day extension after the first 60 days. Since we are supposed to show proof of a departure ticket, should it be booked using 60 or 90 days? How often do they actually check proof of departure plans?

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When applying for a Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa (METV) to Thailand, it's recommended to book a departure ticket for 60 days as the initial entry period is valid for 60 days. While immigration may not check tickets at the point of immigration, airlines typically require proof of onward travel before boarding. It's essential to demonstrate a genuine need for multiple entries, which can be shown through planned departures within the visa's validity. If over 50, consider alternatives like a non-O visa which may not require proof of a return flight.

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Simon *******

If you are over 50 why don't you get a non O 90 day visa in your own country ,no need for a return flight cheaper and easier,or get a 60 day tourist visa and a 30 day extension but this will cost more

4 months ago

Larry *********

book a 60 day flight out. its multiple entry so you can return and get another 60 days. its a 6 month tourist visa . but good only for 60 days each stay. if you time it right you can get a 30 extension.

4 months ago

Wannikea *********

For the METV you need to show proof of need, a ticket out within the first 60 days and the ticket back sometime after that.

4 months ago

John ******************

Please explain . What is ‘proof of need’ ? Thanks

4 months ago

Wannikea *********

John Lindsey Clayton Its the tickets I mentioned.

4 months ago

Jan ******************

For a METV application, it is usually the embassy or consulate processing the application that will be most concerned with onward travel and whether you can demonstrate a genuine need for multiple entries by showing at least two planned departures during the validity period.

Whether those tickets fall after 60 or 90 days is generally not the key issue. However, immigration may ask to see proof of onward travel on a later entry if they feel you are stretching the use of the METV over an extended period.

4 months ago

Laurie ********

Jan Kenneth Nesland Thanks! Also, do the tickets need to be round trip or does one way suffice?

4 months ago

John ******************

I will be applying for an METV this fall . My desire is to start my holiday in Thailand , and then fly to SGN for three(3) weeks . After my stay in Vietnam, I want to return to BKK . Is that a sufficient ‘need’ to have the METV ? Thank you JKN 👍

4 months ago

Luc ************

They dont check at immigration but your airline will ask for it before you board towards Thailand.

4 months ago

Jim *********

Luc De Clerck immigration is looking more closely at everything. I was almost denied entry with my return flight for 90 days in January of this year.

4 months ago

John **********

Normally immigration will only check if they are looking to deny you entry but in that case it should be 60 days as the extension isn't guaranteed. Might also be worth checking with your airline

4 months ago