Hello, I spent Thailand 180 days this year, and when I wanted enter Phuket by air, the immigration refused. So I went back to Malaysia. If I go early of january by land, should I affraid the same situaton?

Hey guys, I’m currently in Thailand and trying to figure out how to stay longer—around 3 months or more.

I’d like to avoid those land border runs (I really don’t trust those mini-vans 😅), but I’m trying to plan things out properly.

Here’s my situation so far:

- June 2 to July 10, 2024: I stayed in Thailand earlier this year (used the 45-day visa exemption + 30-day extension).

- December 9, 2024, to February 7, 2025: I’m currently here again (planning to use the 60-day visa exemption + 30-day extension).

I'm from Portugal, Europe..if that matters.

In February 2025, I’m thinking about leaving by plane for a week, go to China for a few days, and then flying back to Thailand.

My goal is to get another visa exemption for another 2-3 months.

I know it’s ultimately up to the immigration officer, but how strict are they considering the days I spent here the last year, idk if the 180 days reset on 31 December or something.

Would this work, or should I look into another solution? Train, if there's an option?

I’m planning to get an DTV/ED in June 2025, so I just need to figure out how to handle my stays until then.

Thanks for any tips or experience you can share!

Hi everyone, I just realized I made a HUGE mistake and hope someone has some advice for me. I am a US citizen. I just spent 30 days in Indonesia and 28 days in Malaysia. I leave Malaysia in 2 days heading to Singapore for 3 days. My plan was to spend 60 days in Thailand on a tourist visa and 2-3 weeks in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. It just occurred to me I forgot to apply for the Thai Visa and I won’t be in Malaysia or Singapore long enough to get it. I haven’t checked yet, but does anyone know if it’s easier to get a tourist visa in Vietnam, Laos, or Cambodia and apply for the Thai visa there? Another option is to stay longer in Singapore until I get it, but hotels are very expensive there and I don’t know how difficult their Thai visa process is. I can’t believe I did this! I appreciate your thoughts.

UPDATE: I have what I need so I’m turning off comments. Thanks again for being so kind and gracious with your advice, even though I made a silly mistake in misinterpreting the Thai Visa information. I also appreciate those of you who went beyond and reminded me of the other country requirements I will be visiting too. You guys are a real treasure. Best to you all.

Hi everyone, I understand that the ETA general rollout has been delayed. Does anyone knows when it will be in place? The Thai government site doesn't provide any info. It looks like ETA is now available for now for travelers from a limited numer of countries.

Any details is appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

US visa exemption. I visited Thailand 3 weeks in June and 2 & 1/2 weeks in November. Want to come back 6 weeks in February/March. Should be good to go? I have full iteniary of return flight and where staying. TIA

Hi everyone! I submitted one week ago a tourist visa request for 90 days (single entry). I’m Italian so I applied online through the royal Thai embassy of Rome.

Yesterday I’ve been asked to reupload proof of accommodation and round trip flight from Italy. I’ve done so and today I received this very vague email, saying my application was cancelled without any explanation.

Anyone had a similar case?

I don’t mind reapplying again but if I don’t know why the application was cancelled in the first place I risk getting rejected once again.

Thanks in advance 🙏🏻

Hi everyone,

So I’m planning to be in Thailand for a month, 2 weeks vacation and the other 2 weeks working remotely. I would like some clarification that I would need the DTV to work for those 2 weeks? The DTV seemed pretty overkill for just the 2 weeks I plan to work. Any insight is much appreciated. Also thank you in advance!

Hi everyone, I’m in Thailand on a British passport, I have been across the boarder into Loa , re-entered Thailand and received a 60day stamp , I now wish to stay longer .. If I fly to Vietnam for a weeks stay and then return to Thailand by air will I receive another 60day stamp ?? Also can I just fly into Vietnam or do I have to have a Visa before arrival ?? TIA …. 😐

Does anyone know about the ‘Safe Entry’ visa system? It’s where you pay a visa agency to ensure that when you enter Thailand by air, you’re guaranteed a visa on arrival or visa exemption.

The agency claims it’s a legitimate process – you still go through immigration as normal, but they say you’d be directed to a different, fast-track counter.

Is this a scam, or is it a legitimate service? Has anyone had experience with it?

Does anyone know about the ‘Safe Entry’ visa system? It’s where you pay a visa agency to ensure that when you enter Thailand by air, you’re guaranteed a visa on arrival or visa exemption.

The agency claims it’s a legitimate process – you still go through immigration as normal, but they say you’d be directed to a different, fast-track counter.

Is this a scam, or is it a legitimate service? Has anyone had experience with it?