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Will South Africans flying to Thailand through Dubai require a visa as of April 2020?

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Mar 18, 2020

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I am South African, work in Nigeria and transit through Dubai to Thailand; is there any indication of the visa exemption (as per Thai Immigration regulations) being rescinded over this period?

Please help as I'm scheduled to fly in on 02 April 2020.

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A South African citizen transiting through Dubai to Thailand can expect to receive a 30-day Visa Exempt stamp upon arrival, provided they do not have a visa. However, it is crucial to confirm the current visa regulations and check with the airline due to potential changes.

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As a South African you get the 30 day Visa Exempt stamp if you arrive without a Visa.

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No visa on arrival.

Must have visa.

Check with your airline

Look up visa requirements below IATA

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