What should I know about obtaining a METV and the current status of US visas for Thailand?

METV Visa Types Tourist Visa Visa on Arrival US Citizens Special Tourist Visa Visa Regulations Thailand Immigration 90 Day Stay 30 Day Extension

November 29, 2021

3 years ago

Christopher *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Considering getting the METV if I return in January. It seems like I had 90 consecutive days in country last time or am I mistaken? Recent threads here say 60.

Previously the process was not online. Directions on the current application state that I might have to prove why I need to visit Thailand again inside of the 6 month duration - that I might only be granted the SETV and lose the difference in cost. Anyone have experience here?

And finally what’s the status of visas on arrival?(US citizen here) I’m seeing conflicting accounts on length of stay.

Thanks

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is considering applying for a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) to return to Thailand in January and seeks clarification on entry duration and requirements. They mention previous stays and express concern over whether they'll be granted a METV due to potential proof of need for re-entry. Other users in the thread discuss the validity of visas, highlight key details of different visa types, including the METV and Special Tourist Visa, and share insights on the process and conditions for US citizens. Confusion around the duration of stay for visas on arrival is also addressed.

Benjamin ******

Here's the various tourist visas:

VISA EXEMPT/ VISA ON ARRIVAL/ BILATERAL AGREEMENTS:

These are granted/ sold automatically based on a person's country of passport on arrival. I’m attaching the list of the countries that qualifies for these methods of entry. I think it's the most recent list.

TOURIST VISA (TR):

This visa is a single entry visa, that’s valid for 90 days, and allows a person to stay for 60 days and can apply for one 30 day extension of stay based on tourism. All nationalities can acquire this visa, and almost all nationalities can get a 30 day extension of stay based on tourism.

MULTIPLE ENTRY TOURIST VISA (METV):

This visa is a multiple entry visa that’s valid for 6 months. On entry, a person can stay 60 days and can apply for one 30 day extension of stay based on tourism. MOST nationalities can acquire this visa, and almost all nationalities can get a 30 day extension of stay based on tourism.

SPECIAL TOURIST VISA (STV):

This visa is a single entry visa that’s valid for 9 months. On entry, a person can stay for 90 days, and can apply for two 90 day extension of stay based on STV if they meet the health insurance requirements and other requirements. MOST nationalities can acquire this visa and all nationalities can get the 90 day extension of stay based on holding an STV, if they have an STV and meet the requirements.

ELITE VISA:

This visa is a multiple entry visa that’s valid between 5 years to 20 years. The price starts at 600K THB. Contact the Thai Elite Visa people for more information.