What should I prepare for immigration when arriving in Thailand without a return ticket?

Visa Rules Immigration Onward Travel Traveling to Thailand Phuket Airline Regulations

Jan 13, 2023

2 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hey Guys I’m coming from the US at the end of the month to Phuket fitness street . I have a 1 way ticket I plan to stay at least 2 months . What do I need ” to do and say” At immigration upon arrival . I am trying to eliminate having to immediately purchase a return ticket . 

Any suggestions advise 

Much appreciated 

Thanks in advance

1,199

views

likes

all likes

replies

images

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

When arriving in Thailand without a return ticket, it's crucial to prepare for immigration by understanding that the airline may require proof of onward travel to allow boarding. Since you are arriving without a visa, it's advisable to check with your air carrier regarding their specific rules on return tickets, as they might refuse boarding if you cannot demonstrate your exit plans from Thailand.

Tod *********

Okay, I think the O/P understands that it is far more likely the AIR CARRIER will ask for proof of onward travel when he is flying here without a valid visa for thailand in his passport (entering visa exempt).

Good luck to the O/P, CHECK with your air carrier

ONE WARNING to people, DO NOT post links to sites that offer FAKE onward travel. I will mute and/or boot people who do.

2 years ago

Lloyd ********

It is the airline that you need to worry about, they may refuse you boarding if you do not have a flight out of Thailand within your permitted to stay time, if you do not purchase a visa before you come.

2 years ago

Lloyd ********

Correct you can arrive with a visa exempt entry, but that is when your airline MAY refuse you boarding if you do not have a flight out of Thailand

2 years ago

Malik **********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Lloyd *******

I am traveling from US to my understanding I do not need to apply for visa to enter

2 years ago

Russell ********

@Malik *********

you dont have to but if you do it will be longer and avoid the return flight issue. You can buy one from your local Thai embassy probrably online. Visa exemption is only an option.

2 years ago

Reply to

Russell ********

Thai Visa Advice

... members · 40% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice group is a specialized Q&A forum for visa-related topics in Thailand, ensuring detailed responses.

Join the Group

Thai Visa Advice

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice

Will having no return flight booked cause issues when entering Thailand with a 60-day visa stamp?

25 comments