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Nov 26, 2024
7 days ago
Chuck *******
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Hello everyone,

In the past, many people with extensive visas, or visa runs, extensions, etc. were sometimes given a hard time trying to enter the country at some airports.

Reading through the posts it seems all are getting through now without any issues when a DTV is obtained.

Have there been any reports of immigration officers at airports giving people a hard time during entry with a DTV if they had a prior extensive entry history?

Also, is it necessary to carry in 10,000 baht (or more) or the equivalent while going back to Thailand?
Nov 22, 2024
12 days ago
Mark *********
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Has anyone done a visa run to Cambodia lately, just asking my first time, any problems, planning going in a few weeks , do you get another 60 days for Thailand on return, thanks
Nov 18, 2024
16 days ago
Barry ********
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Hello, looking to finally bring my golf clubs to Pattaya. I have a 2 bag allowance unusually, so I thought I’d bring my clubs that are rotting away in a garage in the UK. They are very old and battered, will I need to declare to customs and pay duty? Thanks
Nov 7, 2024
a month ago
George *********
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I am flying London to koh samui via Phuket. Is there a CIQ lane in Phuket airport.
Oct 30, 2024
a month ago
Alexandra **********
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Hello! We are looking to come to Thailand for 3-6 months in the new year. We are from Canada and we’re wondering if we will have trouble getting our visas?

And how long before we go do we apply for them? We’re not to sure if we should book tickets first or after applying for the visa

My husband is self employed and I will be quitting my job to travel next year.

Any info is much appreciated!❤️
Oct 27, 2024
a month ago
Tim ***********
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Reminder to check your entry stamp right away. I just got stamped with a 60-day visa exempt while the DTV sticker is in the second page of my passport. Turned around immediately and the immigration officer corrected it after pointing out the visa. She then told me to show the visa page next time. I guess they can’t see you have a visa in the system when they scan your passport after all…
Oct 21, 2024
a month ago
Nigel **************
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Please help me to understand the 'onward travel' requirement when flying to Thailand.

We are always advised that the airline could ask u to show an onward travel ticket at check in time in the airport. The reason being that if u r denied entry on arrival in Bkk they are required to fly you back home.

So what use is having an onward travel ticket within your visa stamp date of usually 60 days if u r denied entry on arrival?

Maybe I am missing something here.
Sep 21, 2024
2 months ago
Florence ************
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We will enter on DTV and the kids on visa exemption 60 days.

Do we need to show proof of flight out the country with Singapore Airlines?
Sep 2, 2024
3 months ago
Josh *********
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Hey Guys, Just want to get my questionable plans sorted out and verified that I'm doing everything correctly,

I am a UK Citizen, Leaving the UK to go Travelling around ASIA, Starting off in Thailand, My flight is Leaving Gatwick on the 9th September 2024 which is a week away. Last minutes nerves are kicking in (Haven't been abroad since I was 8)

Flight Plan -

Gatwick to Dubai

1Hr 25 Min Layover - Self Transfer and Baggage Claim - Transport Visa Document Might be Needed? Can anybody confirm this.

Dubai to Suvrambhami Airport

I will arriving and planning getting through customs and border with the *Visa Exemption* rule, I have an onward flight planned for November 5th going on to further travelling.

I am able to provide finances of £485 a month minimum

Do I need to worry about being turned away because I have no visa secure before travel?
Sep 2, 2024
3 months ago
Ar *******
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Hi there , I’m preparing to fly on 8 September to Bkk and I bought a return ticket for April 2025 . I now need to get a cheap ticket to fly out of Thailand around 26 October to show I have an onward flight to Qatar airways . I’m looking for suggestions on airlines to nearby countries to purchase a cheap return ticket. I looked at the onward flight tickets that has been suggested but I’m not wanting any complications so would be happy to buy cheap return ticket. Any suggestions welcome
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