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Will I face issues entering Thailand on a 30-day visa exemption if I have a 60-day exit ticket and plan to apply for a 30-day extension?

Aug 18, 2019
7 years ago
Karen ********
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Am I going to have a problem coming in on a 30 day exempt but with a ticket out for 60 days hoping for another 30 days by getting extension.
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The main concerns involve the discretion of the immigration officer regarding your entry on a 30-day visa exemption when you have a return ticket for 60 days. While the general rule requires proof of onward travel aligning with the entry duration, officers are usually accommodating, especially knowing that extensions are possible. However, previous travel history could influence the scrutiny you might face upon entry.
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Your previous entry history is going to factor into it more than anything else. If you're living here on back-2-back 30 day visa exempt or 60 day tourist visa entries they are going to give you more scrutiny than just a first time traveler to thailand
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totally comes down to the immigration officer you get on that particular day. The rule is specific; you need proof of onward travel within the number of days you're stamping in for) BUT with that being said they know you can apply for a 30 day extension and are usually good about it.
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