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What should I consider when applying for a third tourist visa to Thailand after multiple extensions and border runs?

Thai Tourist Visa Visa Extensions Visa Application Process Multiple Entry Visa Visa Denial Concerns Canadian Citizens

asked Jul 29, 2018

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I'm applying for a new tourist visa. it will be the third one I have received from a thai embassy.

1. Canadian, sept 2017

2. Laos, March 2018

3. will be Canadian again

I also have 30 day extensions on those used visas, and 2 border runs done (I know I'm maxed on those for the year)

worried about my 3rd visa possibly getting denied as suspect for living in TH....? anyone have any good info for me? a friend told me 2 visas in my passport shouldn't be a big deal, but  wanted to see what other people thought... I was hoping to apply for a ed or work visa AFTER I arrived rather than before...

oh, I'm also thinking that maybe a multiple entry visa might be a better option than the single entry that ive had in the past....?

thanks for your help :)

Answer summary

The user is concerned about applying for a third tourist visa to Thailand after having already obtained two, along with 30-day extensions and completed border runs. They seek advice on whether this history might raise red flags with immigration officials. Suggestions from the community include considering a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV), which could offer a more convenient option for extended stays. Several comments provide reassurance about obtaining a METV as a Canadian citizen, especially if applying from Canada. However, users warn of the potential for challenges at the border when re-entering Thailand, emphasizing the importance of carrying necessary documentation and being cautious about the locations chosen for border runs.

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Mark *******

Get the METV in Canada... super easy and no financial requirements. Without getting into too much detail publicly, as a Canadian you should have no issue getting one. Just need to provide proof of flight to Thailand (not return). You can PM me if you have any specific questions.

8 years ago

Mark *******

Tod Daniels, the rules there are a little different than other locations. For example, if you hold a Canadian passport you do not need to submit financial docs or have a round trip ticket. However, if you are a Canadian resident but do not hold a Canadian passport, these items are required. I did this two months ago so I can confirm this is the case.

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8 years ago

Tod *********

@Ange *******

a single entry tourist visa is walk in the part compared to a 6 month METV.

If you find a consulate that's 'lax with the requirements' please post it ;)

8 years ago

Ange ********

When I applied for my single entry I didn’t have a return flight and they still gave it to me... my impression is that they can be pretty lax with the requirements on the visas....

8 years ago

Tod *********

what consulate did you apply for the 6 month METV in Canada that has no financial requirements? This is right off the thai consulate in Vancouver's website;

8 years ago

Liam *****

You can also cross into Thailand as much as you like with an METV...

8 years ago

Dustin *******

For a business visa (90 days before extension of stay), you have to be out of the country for WP.3 paper work and then you have to get the visa out of the country as well.

Dustin *******

Dustin *******

okay

Tod *********

you definitely have to be out of the country to get a WP3 but you don't necessarily need to get a 90 day Non-B in another country. Many companies can provide you documentation to get a 90 day Non-B from the immigration office if you hold a tourist visa or a 30 day visa exempt entry.

8 years ago

Dave **********

If you are back home in Canada and meet the requirements then get a METV. It can effectively give you 9 months on the single visa with no hassles.

1 entry - 60 days then border bounce.

2nd entry - 60 days then border bounce.

3rd entry 59 days then border bounce.

60 more days + 30-day extension.

9 months all in.

8 years ago

David ********

Ange Morris You can still be asked to provide the 'proof ofs'. Around the beginning of last year, a friend of mine did a similar thing. He had a bit of history, but had been home to Australia and applied for a METV (no problem with that). He arrived in Bangkok, stayed 60 days, extended 30 days, then did a run to Cambodia to activate a second 60 days. He was refused entry at the border and had to either fly back in or fly to Laos and cross that border (can't remember which, but he was defo refused). Just be aware it's not a golden ticket... Be careful where you go to activate another 60 days. Vientiane, Laos still seems to be most user friendly. Also, carry proof of address in Thai, some sort of onward flight, and 20,000b cash in whatever currency as they do occasionally ask. Even with that it's all down to the IO discretion and if they feel like it, they can make things difficult for you.

8 years ago

Ange ********

That’s awesome. Thanks so much for the help

8 years ago

Robert ********

There is no limit to the number of Tourist visas you can have, but you are advised to switch embassies frequently enough so as to prevent excessive "back-to-back" visas which might result in a dreaded "red stamp" which then bars you from using that embassy again.

8 years ago