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What should I expect when arriving in Chiang Mai with a DTV visa?

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Arrived at Chiang Mai airport this afternoon, 3rd entry on my DTV. Sawadee kaa, immigration lady pointed to the finger scanning machine, no questions asked, and gave me a 180 day stamp. No need to show a tdac or DTV visa, it was all in their computer. 

Meanwhile I saw several people in the queue in front of me getting a grilling about how many days stay, hotel booking, and onward flight. One guy was getting interrogated for a long time about his “friend’s” address where he was staying in CM, why he was coming for short frequent trips, whether he was working in Laos, and whether he had a Thai wife.

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A recent traveler at Chiang Mai airport shared his experience upon arrival with a DTV visa, noting a smooth process with no questions asked and a 180-day stamp received due to their records. However, he observed other travelers facing extensive questioning regarding their stay plans, including accommodation details and purpose of frequent visits.

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