A friend of mine (no it’s not me) has just set up his company here and an agent is doing all the paperwork etc, etc. He entered as a tourist a week ago and stamped in on 30 day visa exempt. His agent has arranged for him to do the a run to Malaysia next Monday to get his non-imm b single. He will be stamped out of his 30 day visa exempt stay in the kingdom and then re-enter on his non-imm single b. That’s the thing, it’s a single entry and he’s due to return home in two weeks time. I’ve been trying to figure this out, (I’m no expert) if he leaves on his single entry, and doesn’t apply for his non-imm b multi (externally) before his next visit (the agent has said he can apply for his non-imm b multi next time he enters Thailand) he won’t be able to re-enter in his single entry (two entries) he will have to do so on a tourist visa and therefore not be able to progress to a non-imm b multi? I have heard that it may of been possible in the past to pay a fine for having more than one entry on a single entry (possible solution) but it sounds a bit messy to me.. thoughts?
TLDR : Answer Summary
A user is seeking advice for a friend who is navigating the complexities of Thai visa regulations after entering the country on a tourist visa. The friend plans to obtain a Non-Immigrant B single entry visa after a run to Malaysia but faces potential issues with re-entry and the timing of visa applications. Community members discuss the implications of his single entry visa, suggest obtaining a re-entry permit to maintain his 90-day stay, and advise on alternative options such as applying for a multi-entry visa during his next trip. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding visa conditions and planning carefully.
