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What options are available for a European citizen wishing to re-enter Thailand after using border runs?

James ********
asked Aug 2, 2019
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Your thoughts and advice is asked for by a European citizen who is under age 50 and loves Thailand.

I share this.... with his permission:

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"I have been in Thailand since February and left last month...July

I did land border runs twice in 2019...which is my limit ...as it can be done only twice a year, if I understand it correctly.

I want to go to Thailand again at the end of this month...August

I'm not sure whether I will be allowed to come in ....or if I shall apply for Tourist Visa which is 3 months instead.

If I will be able to get the Tourist Visa, I am not sure.

And I have a new passport recently if that makes difference...

No stamps at all.

Also in 2017/2018, I used to go in and out every two months for couple of months... to Malaysia then back... which is not what they like...

I presume too.

Seeking advice.

Thank You.

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Answer summary
A European citizen who has used their limit of border runs for entry into Thailand is seeking advice on re-entering the country. They are considering applying for a Tourist Visa as they have not traveled back with any stamps in their new passport. The comments suggest that a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) could be beneficial, but note that past border run activity could affect re-entry.
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Danny ********
Danny ********
@James ******
it might be better option 90 days is great for me. Would that work 100% for myself?
James ********
James ********
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@Danny *******
there is no guarantee that Thai Immigration will allow entry. Its the decision of the Thai Immigration Officer upon your arrival. Having a visa may be better than seeking visa exempt entry (no visa).
Amornrat **********
Amornrat **********
get a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV). The new passport not really help, doing a border run they will see that you did two run this year. He can also get a SETV, however no indication which country he is from.
James ********
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Single Entry TOURIST VISA

REQUIREMENTS

This type of visa is issued to applicants who wish to enter Thailand for tourism purposes

for more than 30 days. (The Czech nationals can enter Thailand for tourism

purposes for maximum 30 days without visa requirement.)

VISA APPLICATION OF EACH PERSON (inc. children) MUST CONTAIN THE

FOLLOWING SET OF DOCUMENTS:

 Passport / travel document with validity at least 6 months from the intended date of

arrival to Thailand.

 Copy of passport / travel document data page.

 Copy of longterm or permanent residence in the Czech Republic (in case of

foreigners).

 Visa application form completely filled.

 1 passport size photograph of the applicant, taken within the past six months.

 Copy of return ticket or ticket reservation (to and out of Thailand).

 Copy of hotel/accomodation reservation for at least half of the stay in Thailand

(name of applicant must be shown).

 Original bank statement or confirmation from the bank, issuing within one

month, showing actual balance of minimum 15,000CZK/person or

30,000CZK/family. In case of STUDENTS, RETIRED, UNEMPLOYED and SELF-

EMPLOYED PERSONS: original bank statement or confirmation from the bank

showing actual balance of minimum 30,000CZK/person. If submitting printed copy

from internet banking, name, actual balance and date of printing must be shown.

The bank documents showing actual balance shall be in English or with English

translation.

VISA FEE

800 CZK

 Visa fee (exact amount) shall be paid in cash when submitting visa application.
James ********
James ********
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Multiple-Entry TOURIST VISA

REQUIREMENTS

This type of visa may be granted to short term visitors who intend to travel to Thailand

for tourism purposes up to 60 days per trip. (The Czech nationals can enter Thailand

for tourism purposes for maximum 30 days without visa requirement.)

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

 Passport / travel document with validity at least 6 months from the intended date of

arrival to Thailand.

 Copy of passport / travel document data page.

 Copy of longterm or permanent residence in the Czech Republic (in case of

foreigners).

 Visa application form completely filled.

 1 passport size photograph of the applicant, taken within the past six months.

 Copy of return ticket (to and out of Thailand). At least for the first visit.

 Copy of hotel reservation or other evidence of accommodation reservation in

Thailand. At least for the first visit.

 Copy of a bank statement or confirmation from the bank with a minimum

balance of 160,000 CZK per person or 320,000 CZK per family for the last 6 months

from the account of each applicant (in English language).

 Letter from applicant´s Employer verifying his/her employment (in English

language) and signed copy of ID card or passport of the signatory. Or extract from

Company’s Register with official translation into English in case of self-employed

persons. Or confirmation from school in English in case of students.

VISA FEE 4,000 CZK

 Visa fee (exact amount) shall be paid in cash when submitting visa application.

 Visa fee is not refundable.

 Visa fee may be changed without prior notice.

Consular officer reserves the right to request additional documents, or an interview

with the applicant, as deemed necessary, without prior notice.
James ********
James ********
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James ********
James ********
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Danny Makula Single Entry Tourist Visa...gives you 60 days upon arrival plus added 30 days with an extension bought at Thai Immigration office 1,900 Thai baht.

A multiple entry tourist visa METV can be applied for from your home country.

With planning....That can give you up to 9 months in Thailand.
Danny ********
Danny ********
Whats setv?
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Danny ********
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