Answered8 months ago
Will my travel pattern affect my immigration status in Thailand?
I have been averaging 3 months a year in Thailand for the last couple of years , usually in 4-6 week blocks every few months. My Thai father in-law is quite elderly and my wife and I like to spend as much time as we can with him .
With the immigration crackdowns , should this pattern of travel cause me any problems with immigration on our next planned travel in April ? As always I will have have a return ticket. We were last there in December.
We plan to retire there later this year if we can sell our business in Australia , at which time I will apply for the appropriate visa.
With the immigration crackdowns , should this pattern of travel cause me any problems with immigration on our next planned travel in April ? As always I will have have a return ticket. We were last there in December.
We plan to retire there later this year if we can sell our business in Australia , at which time I will apply for the appropriate visa.
Answer summary
The user has been traveling to Thailand for about 3 months each year, usually in blocks of 4-6 weeks. They are concerned that this travel pattern could raise issues with Thai immigration, especially given recent crackdowns on visa compliance. Community comments suggest that while it is not guaranteed that there will be issues, the user should be prepared for potential scrutiny at immigration. They are advised to have proper documentation, including a return ticket and possibly communicate with immigration prior to their visit.
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Richard ********
Just contact Thai immigration.
Hari ****
Don’t worry
Roger **********
Put these questions to an immigration officer. You’re not breaking any rules btl
Dave *******
No one can really tell you if you will have any difficulties. It is up to the Immigration officer to make the decision based on whether they see you as an actual tourist or in their option taking advantage of the visa exempt rules Be prepared for questioning and should have a backup plan. Consider in getting the correct visa
Lisa ******
They're really cracking down on people living there long term and not getting the proper visas by doing visa runs. You should be ok!
Graham ******
You should be fine maintaining that pattern of travel
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