Will I be allowed entry to Thailand with my planned visa and extension strategy?

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Oct 28, 2022

2 years ago

John ***********

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I am looking to Arrive in Thailand 1st Dec 2022 with return ticket for 

16th March, My thinking 45 days on arrival then February 14 th 

Seek 30days Extension to 16th March 2023, Will I be allowed by Immigration into Thailand when I first Land ? 

My Wife is a Thai National but hoped to avoid going for a Spouse visa. 

Thanking you for all help in anticipation.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The individual plans to arrive in Thailand on December 1, 2022, with a return ticket for March 16, 2023, intending to stay for a total of 75 days. They need to confirm if they will be allowed entry into Thailand with their plans, especially since they want to avoid applying for a spouse visa despite being married to a Thai national. Community members clarified that the first day counts as day one, noting the critical dates for the stay. They suggested checking with the airline regarding the return ticket requirement and informed about options for a 30-day extension or a potential family visit extension.

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John ***********

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Thank you James.

2 years ago

John ***********

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Thank you James, Yes a silly mistake February 14 nota’s you point out January 14 th

We only need to stay till March 16th

2 years ago

James ********

Moderator Ellie prepared for you this graphic...

2 years ago

James ********

@John **********

to stay to March 16th will require either a border bounce or getting the 60 day family visit extension of stay.

2 years ago

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James ********

Moderator Ellie prepared this graphic for the 60 day family visit extension of stay...

2 years ago

James ********

First....the Day you arrive into Thailand December 1 counts as DAY#1

Day#45 is January 14th

NOT 🚫 February 14th as you stated.

With a 30 Saturday Extension of Stay Day #75 is February 13th... NOT 🚫 March 16th as you stated.

As for the question if Thai immigration will accept you on arrival... Most likely... BUT...

However the real question is...

Will your airline allow you to check in for your flight to Thailand without a ticket departing Thailand within the 45 days stamp you received on arrival ???

Ask your airline.

As you are married to Thai..

You do have the option to apply for the 60 day family visit extension of stay. 1900 Thai baht at the local Thai immigration office.

There are other longer stay options available for you...

Including a One year multiple entry Non O Visa as Married to Thai available at the Savannakhet Thai Embassy... NO PROOF of your depositing 400,000 Thai baht in a Thai bank account in your name only is required.

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