What issues might arise when traveling from the UK to Thailand on a 60-day TR visa without a booked return flight?

Jan 26, 2022
3 years ago
Ricky ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi Guys,

Has anyone had issues with airlines when flying from the UK on a 60 day TR and not having a booked return?

Many thanks
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Travelers flying from the UK to Thailand on a 60-day TR visa may face challenges if they do not have a booked return flight. While technically, the Thai immigration may not require an onward flight for long-term visas, airlines often enforce strict boarding regulations and may deny boarding without proof of an onward or return ticket. It is recommended to either purchase a changeable ticket or obtain a throwaway onward ticket to ensure smooth travel.
Paul *******
Get a throwaway onward ticket to Cambodia.
Stuart *********
Stock answer as asked many times here.

If you are entering on a long term visa, like a Non O or Non OA or Thailand Elite you do not need an onward flight out from Thailand.

If on a visa exempt entry or tourist visa you need to have a flight ticket out of Thailand within the amount of days that your initial entry allows, regardless that you can get an extension in country. It doesn’t need to be a return ticket, any ticket out of Thailand will suffice.

In theory immigration can deny you entry if you don’t but they rarely ever would, because they know you can get an extension.

Almost always the hang up will be when you try to board your plane. Many airlines will not allow you to board without an onward ticket within the number of days.

Some will let you. Many won’t. You probably don’t want to be the one scrambling to buy an onward ticket at the check in desk. Best option is a changeable ticket, and just change the date when you’re here.

Alternatively you can Google “onward flight ticket” and you’ll find a plethora of companies willing to sell you one for around $10. Or a real ticket Phuket to Singapore is around $40 depending on time of year.

You’ll probably get a number of replies saying “I managed to enter with no problem, therefore you won’t have one either.” Well you won’t find out which way it’ll go until you get to the check in desk.
London *****
@Stuart ********
another way is to buy a cheap ticket out on Expedia. Com (the US website) just before flying and cancel it after you board your last flight. Cancellations within 24 hrs are free.
Gillian ******
@Stuart ********
we have a 3 month holiday booked. How do we go about getting a visa? What type of visa do we apply for please?
Lyndon ************
@Gillian *****
FYI...

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Back ******
@Stuart ********
hello, I have a visa for 60 days, I fly on 13.02. My return ticket is 15.03,, because perhaps I must suddenly fly home. When it is possible, I will stay the 60 days. Can I boarding with the 30 days return ticket and my visa for 60 days? And can I become with this the Thailandpass??
Stuart *********
@Back *****
if you have a return (onward) flight then there should be no problem. The ThailandPass is a separate issue and you need to have everything it needs to get the QR code.
Back ******
@Stuart ********
THX, I waiting 5 days for the TP
Ricky ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Stuart ********
Thank you Stuart
Gary *********
@Stuart ********
excellent and correct reply. I bought an onward ticket for $12, I was asked for it at my departure city in the US but not by Thai immigration when I landed.
Roger ********
@Gary ********
cool, so these onward tickets actually work!
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