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What are the visa options for a UK passport holder looking to stay in Thailand for a maximum of 3 months?

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Oct 7, 2021

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UK Passport Holder, looking to stay for a max. 3 months. Do I understand correct that if I apply for a Tourist Visa (on thaievisa.go.th) then this is valid for 60 days with a 30 day extension possible? 

Alternatively, if we stay less than 60 days, we could enter under visa exemption for 30 days with a 30 day extension possible. Then the only requirement is COE? 

Is that right? Thanks

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A UK passport holder can stay in Thailand for a maximum of 3 months using two main options: one is to apply for a Tourist Visa, which is valid for 60 days with an additional 30-day extension available. Alternatively, if the stay is less than 60 days, entering under the visa exemption is permissible for up to 30 days, also allowing for a 30-day extension. To enter Thailand under these regulations, a Certificate of Entry (COE) and proof of insurance, along with accommodation arrangements, are required.

Wannikea *********

Except insurance and ASQ or Sandbox accommodation and a few covid tests.

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Vaner *******

What is COE stand for?

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Michael ********

certificate of entry

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Stuart *********

Yes. A tourist visa gives you 60 days and you can get an extension for a further 30 days at a local immigration office.

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do you have to book a flight for leaving Thailand? If yes let's say if I haven't clear about my destination yet ( could be one ?of the others Asian country or Australia or another country ) how can i book a flight?

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Stuart *********

it seems that some people have managed to get a visa and enter Thailand without a return or onward ticket. However many more are either not issued with a certificate of entry, or their airline refuses to let them board.

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Achillefs **********

Thank you very much, Stuart for your time. Have a great day!!!

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Achillefs **********

Can we get E-Visa for 60 days? I hope someone have an answer. Thank you very much for your help.

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Depends on whether your local embassy is using that system yet.

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Paul *******

Yes it’s what I plan to do just got my E tourist visa today.

Best of luck

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Lee ************

how long did it take to receive?

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@Lee ***********

36 hours best of luck

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Lee ************

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Bobby ********

Correct

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