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What Is the Current Situation for Entering Thailand with an OA Retirement Visa?

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Info...just came through Nong Khai border on my pre October 

31 issued OA Retirement Visa. No hassles no insurance asked for. Although did have a long look and asked the guy in adjoining booth some questions  Stamped in to 11 th Nov 2020.

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The user successfully entered Thailand at the Nong Khai border on an OA Retirement Visa issued before October 31, with no issues or insurance checks reported. Other commenters noted similar experiences, suggesting that entry for Australians is currently smooth.

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Thank you for your report😉

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I reported earlier that I got in too with no issues. I think they're letting the Aussies through!

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actually I did hear them mention Australian when talking...my thai is not good enough to get the gist of the conversation

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