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What should I consider when applying for a Thai visa with uncertain travel dates and accommodation plans?
I am just filling in the DTV now, I am stuck on date of arrival and intended departure, I will be going in September but not sure of date , I was intending to buy a one way ticket , and an onward flight about 3 weeks in to visit Vietnam for a week , then back to Thailand. Coming home for Christmas probably , and then back to Thailand again. I am concerned that they may just issue a one time entry if it looks like I will only be there 3 weeks?? Do you think is would be better to book a return flight and stay for 2 months? Also re proof of accommodation, I usually only book a hotel for a few days at a time as I like to travel around, will this be a problem? THANKS FOR YOUR HELP. R
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When filling out the DTV for your Thai visa application, it’s advised to estimate your arrival date and provide the name and address of a hotel for accommodation, even for a few days. You can indicate an intended stay of up to 180 days. There’s no need to purchase a ticket before securing your visa, as processing times can vary, and you might choose not to book a return ticket.
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Anonymous ******************
Just put the date you think you will arrive to Thailand. And put the hotel address and name of the place you will book for your arrival, even if just a couple days. And for intended total days stay put around days but not more than 180. Many others have posted they’ve been successful with that, myself included.
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Anonymous participant 521 correct ✅
Russel ********
OPAnonymous participant 521 thank you. 🙏
Henrik *****
Don’t buy ticket to Thailand, until you got the visa. No way to know how long visa processing takes.
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