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Will not having an outbound flight booking create issues for my entry to Thailand on a visa-exempt entry?

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Hi, I'm arriving in Thailand soon, flying from the US. My spouse and I plan to get teaching jobs once there, but we'll start on just the visa-exempt entry. We haven't booked an outbound flight since we're planning to get jobs. Will this cause any issues on arrival for us? Thank you for the advice!
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Travelers arriving in Thailand on a visa-exempt entry may face issues if they do not have proof of an onward flight. Airlines might require this proof during check-in, and without it, you could be denied boarding. It's advisable to check with your airline about their policies regarding onward travel proof.
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Could cause issues if your airline wants to see proof of onward journey when checking in. You could be denied boarding. It's been known to happen
Graham ******
Graham ******
It may be an issue for your airline, ask them what their policy is

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