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Will I be denied entry into Thailand after a recent long visit and subsequent short stay?

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Jun 13, 2025

a day ago

Aditya ********

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I spent 40 days in Thailand in Nov/Dec and 59 days in March/April. I plan to go to Thailand on 1st July after spending almost 2 months in Vietnam and I have a flight booked to Malaysia on 21st July (real one, not a temporary PNR reservation) 

My worries stem from being questioned by the IO last time after she saw my flight to Vietnam was after 59 days.

Is it likely that I will get denied entry or am I overthinking it? The IO didn't explicitly say to get a visa next time but she did ask if I planned to come back to Thailand.

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A traveler expresses concerns about re-entering Thailand after having previously stayed for 59 days, worried that the immigration officer might question their intent as a tourist due to their flight history. They seek advice on whether their planned short stay, along with the booked flight out, will suffice for entry.

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Greg ***********

and keep in mind, politeness, sobriety, and a clean casual wear, wins symphaties of the border officials

a day ago

Greg ***********

you should be fine. You will probably be questioned, but since you won't maxx out the visa-exempt stay permit for its full extend of currently 60 days, staying only for 21 days before you fly to Malaysia, you should be regarded as a "real" tourist. However, for your own peace of mind, make sure you got two more proofs besides the onward travel ticket: 20,000 THB in Thai Baht or another main currency in CASH (no credit card!), and a proof of a few first nights of a booked accomodation in Thailand

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Will I have issues with my flight plans due to my stay duration in Thailand?

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