Hi all,
I’m looking for some advice regarding the pre booking of flights to Thailand.
I’m planning to visit under a 60 day tourist visa and then later apply for a 30 day visa extension. From what I see/read it seems getting a 30 day extension is pretty straightforward and rarely rejected.
I need to show immigration on arrival that I have flights booked to return to my home country so if I were to prebook my return flight based on my plans to stay 90 days, would that create any issues with immigration when I first arrive at the airport.
TLDR : Answer Summary
When traveling to Thailand under a 60-day tourist visa with plans to extend for an additional 30 days, travelers often wonder if prebooking a return flight that aligns with their 90-day stay will lead to issues at immigration. According to community feedback, immigration rarely checks return flights, with airlines being more likely to inquire about proof of onward travel. Some users suggested alternatives such as booking accommodations in nearby countries or utilizing 'onward ticket' services to satisfy airline requirements, while others shared their experiences of not being questioned about return flights or needing to show cash and accommodation details upon entry.
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