Will bringing many belongings and no return flight cause issues with Thai immigration on a Visa Arrival?

Dec 17, 2024
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Wil *******
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Hello all,

I will be coming back to Thailand on a standard Visa Arrival Visa from America. I then plan to apply for a Non Immigrant OA visa.

My question is this, Since I am starting with a Visa arrival, is going to be a problem that I am bringing a lot of items that are what a person would be bringing to plan on moving. And no return flight. Is this going to be an issue with immigration?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is seeking advice regarding potential issues with Thai immigration upon entering with an Arrival Visa from the US, especially concerning bringing many belongings and not having a return flight. Responses indicate that the terminology used is crucial, advising that the user will be entering as visa exempt, not on a visa on arrival. It's recommended to apply for a Non-O visa before traveling, as Non-OA cannot be obtained within Thailand. Concerns about needing a return ticket are also noted, suggesting buying a throwaway ticket to satisfy airline requirements.
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Asokā **********
It is not Visa on Arrival for an America it is a Visa Exempt ( a waiver visa) for 60 days
Ken ***********
It may not seem to be a big deal. But correct terminology does matter, you would enter as visa exempt. Not visa on arrival. As others have mentioned, it would be best to get a Non O before you arrive, then you can get extended to a full 12 months in Thailand.

As for a return ticket on a visa exempt, your airline could ask as it is a requirement. You could buy a throw away ticket from Thailand to Malaysia, Laos or Cambodia within 60 days, whatever is cheapest. There are also dummy ticket companies where you can purchase a fake ticket for a low charge.
Bobby *******
Americans aren’t eligible for a visa on arrival and you can’t get a Non OA while in Thailand. This is basic stuff get a visa agent
Frank **********
Why not apply for the Non-O in the US, then you don't have to worry about what you bring in?
Graham ******
You cannot get a Non-OAinside Thailand, only a Non-O. Both Non-OA and Non-O can be purchased from your home country before travelling.
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