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Will a bus or train ticket be accepted for the METV outbound ticket requirement?

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Hi all. I am shortly going to apply for the METV and I have a couple of questions about the outbound ticket....

1) Will a bus or train ticket be accepted?

If yes...

2) When should I book the outbound ticket for? Two, six months after arrival or is there no specific requirement?
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The discussion revolves around the requirement for an outbound ticket when applying for the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) for Thailand. It inquires whether a bus or train ticket can be used as proof of departure and the timing of booking this ticket. Comments suggest that while a train ticket might be accepted, a bus ticket is generally not recommended. Additionally, it's noted that typically three tickets are needed: one from the home country to Thailand, one for departing Thailand, and lastly, a return ticket indicating travel back into Thailand.
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3 tickets needed, first one from your home country showing any connecting flights into Thailand, then a ticket out of Thailand and lastly an airline ticket back into Thailand.
John **********
John **********
I wouldn't use a bus ticket, a train ticket might be acceptable but some consulates want to see flights.

Normally for an METV you need to show why you need one, so a ticket into Thailand, a ticket out of Thailand (for the time you get stamped in for) and a ticket back to Thailand
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thanks John, much appreciated

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