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What should I expect at immigration when frequently entering Thailand with a DTV visa?

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Hi, just a heads up. My friend was questioned at the airport (BKK) today when he arrived.

Taken to a separate room, asked why he is in Thailand so much and what his job is etc. He has a DTV and his travel history is stays around 5 months per visit, then 1 month back home. 

He has been coming and going since june 2025, and this was his 3rd entry afaik.

And before you start with the anonymous post complaints, yeah... I don't want to expose my profile in a group with a bunch of people who get upset for nothing. 

Sure, he got let in. But I would not enjoy the experience myself. Now I am preparing for the same when I arrive in September.

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The post discusses a friend's experience facing questioning at Bangkok's airport regarding frequent visits to Thailand on a DTV visa. The poster expresses concern over potential scrutiny for high travel frequency, especially since their friend had been granted entry after some questioning. The comments clarify the difference between a 'border bounce' and a 'visa run,' highlighting common misconceptions among travelers about these terms.

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