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What is the best way to obtain a visa for a 6-month stay in Thailand?
I'm coming to Thailand for 6 months.
What's the best way to get a visa
What's the best way to get a visa
Answer summary
The best way to obtain a visa for a 6-month stay in Thailand varies based on individual circumstances. A Multi-entry Tourist Visa, which allows a total of 180 days of stay by combining initial entry and extensions, is often recommended. However, individuals can also enter on a single-entry Tourist Visa for 60 days, extendable for an additional 30 days, and then do border runs for further extensions. It's crucial to check with the local Royal Thai Embassy for specific requirements and options available.
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Erng **************
Alistair ********
The Brazilian embassy. 5 dollars.
Bob *******
Consider travel insurance too, healthcare is expensive in Thailand.
Lye **********
Best way is go thru immigration.
Daniel ******
They may change rules 3 months on arrival exempt visa instead of 30 days
Prieto ****
@Daniel *****
where did you get that from?Prieto ****
that would be great, but knowing how stuff works in thailand...it never happens
Andi ***********
@Paul ******
I hope they do, will make things much easier for frequent visitors.
Paul *******
@Andrew ********
They might do it, but it will take a long time. Don't expect this to happen anytime in the foreseeable futureAndi ***********
@Prieto ***
I think they are trying to compete with Vietnam who have eased visa restrictions. Very easy to stay there for 3 mths now. I don't think Thailand making any real changes very soon.Andi ***********
@Prieto ***
It is in various media.. ****************************************************************************************************************************
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Anderl *********
Call the Pattaya wedding 💒 planer
Joachim ********
Age 50 and above? Get a Retirement „O“ visa with multiple entry
Mark ********
Apply for one😎🙏
Rich ****
Apply for e-visa online
David ***************
I am here on a tourist multi visit visa which gives me 6 months. I get 60 days which I can extend by 30 days so 90 in total and then can do a border bounce and then another 60 days extended by 30 so a second 90 days.
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Brandon ************
@David **************
if you do a final border bounce right before your visa expires you can get a final 60+30
Peterjames **********
Visa agent..saves all the hassle .. I use Cambodian visa great service .
Guan *****
shouldn’t one be getting a visa first then go over to thailand? why is it now the other way round?
John **********
The only way to get a visa is to apply at a Thai embassy. For 6 months either get a standard 60 day tourist visa & extend by 30 days, then go visit another Thai embassy in a nearby country and repeat (takes a few days), or apply for a multi entry tourist visa which will cover your 6 months with 2 extensions and a quick border trip in the middle
Aaron ********
dont pay an agent
Andy **********
Lie
Kal *********
First thing first ...
1. get a passport... then
2.get a visa ...
3. make sure u have money to spend and be able to prove it at custom /immigration check point ...
1. get a passport... then
2.get a visa ...
3. make sure u have money to spend and be able to prove it at custom /immigration check point ...
Mitchell *******
Also, if you plan on visiting nearby countries, you could maybe combine the 60 day visa plus 30 day extension with one or 2 visa exempt 30 days plus the 30 day extensions.
Nick ****************
Why are you coming for 6 months? Tourist, family reasons, work etc? Once you state reasons people can advise you. Is it only for 6 months or are you looking to stay longer?
Sam ******
The legal way
John *******
Your coming to Thailand for 6 month and you don't know how to get a visa or what visa you require 🤣🤣🤣your dreaming
Andreas *********
for the border runs, I recommend using a "visa run company" as they "grease the wheels" at the borders and guarantee your entry.
Nick ****************
@Andreas ********
there is a bearded homeless American stranded in between the Thai and Cambodian borders who used an agent. He would disagree with you I believe!!Andreas *********
@Nick ***************
How long has the guy been sitting there since he realized he could not pay his way in with shoestrings any more? 😎 😂 😎 Let's call the Marines!Andreas *********
@Margaret **********
. . . .if you don't qualify for the multi entry 6-months Tourist Visa, then the other option is applying for the single entry 60-Days Tourist Visa. You will get stamped in for 60 days, then extend on immigration for 1900.- THB fee for extra 30 days. Before the 90 days are over, do a "border run", re-enter Thailand visa exempt. You will get stamped in for 30 days, which you can, too, extend once for 30 more days. Then do a second border run and re-entry, receive 30 days again. So your total can be maxxed out at 60+30+30+30+30 = 180 days = 6 months stay
Sergio *****
@Andreas ********
this way you have to keep changing your retour ticket and pay penalty to the airline each time..right??Andreas *********
@Sergio ****
highly unlikely that the airline is going to ask you for the onward travel proof when you hold a visa. They mostly ask people who want to enter Thailand visa-exempt
Nick ************
@Andreas ********
only sensible answer on this thread but you might not get away with it.Andreas *********
@Nick ***********
I am aware the threadstarter might be shocked by the 5000.- Pound Sterling requirement
Margaret ***********
OPThank you for the information
Andreas *********
@Margaret **********
pretty HARSH requirements for the multi entry type TR visa. It's much easier to get the single entry Tourist visa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5. Financial evidence, e.g. bank statements, proof of earnings, sponsorship letter (current balance not less than 200,000 THB for the past 6 months). - Your recent official UK/Ireland bank statement shows your name, address, and a minimum closing balance of £5,000 (Do not send the screenshot) , proof of earnings (payslips) or sponsorship letter from your sponsor with official ID and their Bank Statements.
6. Proof of accommodation in Thailand, e.g. Accommodation bookings, invitation letters from family/friends in Thailand (of the first visit).
- Invitation letters from family/friends must be submitted with their respective official photo ID.
- Accommodation booking must have details of applicant name/ date (check in and check out)/ address and contact no. of your accommodation.
Andreas *********
@Margaret **********
the requirements for the multi entry tourist visa are described here: ********************************************************************
Michael ********
Multiple entry tourist visa check your local embassies website for full requirements.
Mig *****
Try a 5 day water fast and you should be fine
Peter ******
One would think they’d do their homework before traveling 🙄🙄🙄🙄
Mark ********
@Peter *****
ummm isn't that what she is doing?Peter ******
Mark Jacobs on social media ?? hardly something you can trust 😂😂
Bonnie *********
Go to the Thai embassy website for your country.
William *************
No 120 day visa unless you are getting a lo g term visa. 60 day then go to immigration for 30 daysmore. Good luck.
Vili *********
Come on tourist visa, find school they make documents for you, go to change at immigration from tourist to ed visa stay 6 months.
Margaret ***********
OPThank you! 🙂
Al *******
Get a dingy……oh sorry that’s for the UK
Rob *************
@Al ******
she’s asking a genuine question. If you got nothing productive to say…why?
Jim **********
Go to Somalia
Rob *************
@Jim *********
she’s asking a genuine question. If you got nothing productive to say…why?Kal *********
Come and never go back , if u do you will be black listed
Jesse *******
@Kal ********
moron
Thomas **************
@Kal ********
what you mean by this?Thomas **************
Not everyone knows what's best to do when comes to visas like a 6 month one think that's why they are asking 🤓
Kal *********
@Thomas *************
Go to any foreign country without a plan where a tourist visa is 30 days and plan on staying for 6 months ... when u get caught you will pay a hefty fine and will get blacklisted and won't be able to come back for many years ...
Chris *********
Your better contacting the Thai embassy not some Facebook group.
Rob *******
If you was going to thailand for 6 months you would have a visa allready sorted.
Graham ******
Sounds like a Multi-entry Tourist Visa which gives you almost 9 months is best for you. With two in country extensions and one border bounce you'll get your 6 months. Check your local Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate website for details/requirements and how to apply.
Todd *********
Are you coming for 6 months or do you not have a visa figured out. 'I dream of coming' might be better...
Don ********
Turn up
Kurt ***********
It can only be done at The Royal Thai Embassy in your home country or where you are staying.
Margaret ***********
OPThanks for the info.
Jamie ***********
One you're here. Tik Tok maybe able to help you if you don't want the hassle - I use them for my stuff...
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