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What is the best visa option for a retired expat returning to Thailand from Cambodia before leaving for Australia?

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Sep 14, 2019

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Hi, my retirement visa expires on 7th October and I am not renewing it as heading back to Australia for 4-5 months at Christmas. I am going to Cambodia on the expiry date for 2-3 weeks. Is it a better option to go to the Thai embassy in Phnom Penh and get a 60 day tourist visa to get through to my departure date, or. can I simply get a 30-day visa on arrival and then a further extension at Jomtien immigration to cover the remainder of my stay? I am aware that I may need to show ticket out of Thailand and 20,000THB cash if requested when re-entering.

Thanks for any responses.

Regards

Mauro

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TLDR : Answer Summary

Mauro is inquiring about the best visa option after his retirement visa expires on October 7th. He plans to travel to Cambodia for 2-3 weeks and is considering whether to apply for a 60-day tourist visa at the Thai embassy in Phnom Penh or to obtain a 30-day visa on arrival and potentially extend it later at Jomtien immigration. He is aware of the requirement for a return ticket and cash when re-entering Thailand.

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