Why was my entry denied at the airport after multiple 30-day visa exemptions?

May 10, 2019
6 years ago
Whitey ******
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Just a heads up.

I did my 4th in out visa run today and immigration refuse to let me enter on a 30 visa at airport.

No negative history.

No overstay.

They looked very serious.
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An expat shares their recent experience of being denied entry into Thailand after their fourth visa run on a 30-day visa exemption at Chiang Mai airport. Despite having no negative history and following typical entry requirements, they were refused entry, prompting discussions about visa regulations and the increasing scrutiny on multiple back-to-back visa exempt entries.
Whitey ******
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Whitey ******
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@Tan ***********
honestly I don't know about bkk. Based off my recent experience I'd say don't enter on a exemption visa and get a real tourist visa

It is the best way.
Tan ************
@Whitey *****
so would you agree avoiding BKK airport ,is the best move?

I have never been to BKK airport for international arrivals
Whitey ******
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Thanks to those who POSITIVELY contributed to the topic. Those who POSITIVELY contributed have been helpful. Thanks AGAIN and I'll buy u a beer or coffee if I meet u in cm.

Have a great day
Whitey ******
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Guys... First thanks for positive and useful feedback. I really didn't want this to become a negative thread... But some of it is very negative... It's Facebook so what can I expect.

But guys... We are not enemies so let's share help.
Brett *********
@Whitey *****
bored now....I am going....
Brett *********
Steven ***************
Brett *********
@Whitey *****
if you can't understand why you got denied entry it is not other people being negative. If you don't accept the advice and argue the point it will get you nowhere. We are trying to help you understand. But like most farang you think you are above the law or want to change it. Short answer is you can't. Deal with it, get a proper visa and move on. Just because you got denied, don't accuse us of being unhelpful. Good day to you too sir. And good luck in the future
Brahim ******
@Whitey *****
good luck as i told you earlier and indeed the negativity with people here is sometime too much.
Whitey ******
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Kl airport is blocking some fb options. Sorry I can't read some stuff.

Thanks for the info all and happy travels.

I'll update again from the embassy Monday
Whitey ******
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That's a nice lil town, I was informed of a 3 week waiting list for appointments. Did you hear the same
Maxim ***********
KL too? Well, a lot of fun! Savannahkhet for me next time.
Whitey ******
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Got it, appointment Monday at 11am. Thanks all
Maxim ***********
Garrett Greenwald Vientiane only.
Whitey ******
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Yes I had all that. Been in the same condo since January.

May I ask
@Bob *********
what TV means??
Steven ***************
He thought exemption was a visa so anything is possible..😂
Maxim ***********
Garrett Greenwald Like I said yesterday he look absolutely drunk while answering people.
Maxim ***********
More commonly SETV
Bob **********
Did you have the three proofs cash ticket and hotel ?but your fifth back to back I can see this happening why didn’t you buy a TV??
Sharon *******
Which airport?
Sharon *******
wishing you all the best.
Whitey ******
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@Sharon ******
Chiang Mai
Kyle ********
What exactly did they say?
Brahim ******
However, this change only applies to visitors who have not obtained a visa beforehand, and are entering from the border by land. Those who arrive at the airport without a prior visa will continue to receive a 30-day stamp up to 6 times per calendar year. Extensions at Thai Immigration for the visa exemption stamps remain to be 30 days for a fee of 1,900 baht.
Steven ***************
@Whitey *****
. See if the place you are studying at will endorse an Education visa for you and this headache will go away
Kyle ********
30 day exempts are not for long-term stays.
Whitey ******
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I haven't needed one before
Kyle ********
When you say 4 visa runs - have you flown in and out 4 times in 4 months on a 30 day exempt?
Whitey ******
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@Brahim *****
I didn't have a ticket to the UK no as I am starting studying in Thailand in july
Brahim ******
@Whitey *****
so they made you book an other flight? Your story is confusing you dont clearly say where and if you had a ticket back home.
Whitey ******
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@Kyle *******
4 entries is too many on the free visa. Go back to another country and get the 2 month tourist visa
Brahim ******
Which airport did you use to enter? Also if you have a ticket out of thailand within 30 days?
Chris *****
What airport?
Chris *****
I honestly believe that if you leave the country for a few months, then return you should be all good. Hard to know really, but that in itself should sway the thoughts of illegally working.
Steven ***************
Theyre cracking down on multiple back to back visa exempt entries . Getting an actual visa will avoid this.
Whitey ******
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I hope this info helps someone
Whitey ******
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@Chris ****
not in no
Whitey ******
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I am not allowed in now
Whitey ******
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@Chris ****
Im in the departure lounge
Whitey ******
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@Steven **************
I didn't expect any trouble.
Chris *****
@Whitey *****
so you’re in now?
Steven ***************
Exempt= not required.
Steven ***************
@Whitey *****
. Exempt isnt a visa.. its visa exempt. 4x 30 day exempt entries in 4
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months. Thats one way to draw attention to yourself at immigration 🤔
Whitey ******
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@Chris ****
all sorted
Whitey ******
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@Steven **************
exempt isnt the same as a free visa??
Whitey ******
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Chiang Mai
Steven ***************
30 day visa or 30 day exempt??
Chris *****
I mean which airport did you fly into? Were you asked to show onward travel, 20k cash and accommodation?
Whitey ******
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I used the 30 day visa.

I didn't expect an issue
Whitey ******
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Steven ***************
30 visa ?? 4th this year?
Mint ****
What reason did they give you?
Michael ********
Highly unusual for airport its actually not against rules if you have onward ticket and
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baht cash
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