Will I have issues re-entering Thailand on a visa exemption after multiple entries?

Jul 20, 2018
6 years ago
Xavier **************
ORIGINAL POSTER
I arrived in Thailand mid feb on a SETV, extended for 30 days then done a Mae Sai / Tachilek border hop and re entered on a visa exempt which I extended.

I’m planning on returning to Thailand in the next few days via air on a visa exempt - do you think I’ll run into any issues? I’m a UK Citizen.

Cheers!
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The user, a UK citizen, shared their experience of entering Thailand on a Single Entry Tourist Visa (SETV), extending it by 30 days, and then re-entering on a visa exemption after a border hop. They are seeking advice on potential issues when re-entering Thailand via air on a visa exemption shortly. Community members responded with reassurances but cautioned to be prepared for immigration checks, suggesting to have proof of sufficient funds, accommodation booking, and onward travel.
Xavier **************
ORIGINAL POSTER
thanks guys.
Steve *******
In theory you shouldnt have a problem but as
@Rob***
says, "be prepared"
Robert *******
Immigration can ask for three proofs, be prepared. 20.000 Thb cash or equivalent currency, accommodation and onward travel.
Xavier **************
ORIGINAL POSTER
Just an update. I flew into BKK today and was pulled aside to speak to immigration officer who asked about my purpose of visit, work etc. I was told because I had stayed more than 90 days in one sitting I should have come into the country on a tourist visa. After showing my onward flight they were able to stamp me on 30 days.
Robert *******
Plus accommodation and onward travel, Visa on Arrival is only available for 21 countries and gives you 15 days of stay.
Pierre *********
If you’ll be applying for a visa on arrival you need to be able to show at least 10,000 Baht per person OR 20,000 Baht per family.
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