If I’m currently in Thailand and need to leave after 6 months being on a DTV.

- Do I have to stay abroad for a certain number of days, or can I leave and return on the same day?

I am currently in Thailand on a visa exemption and planning to apply for the DTV. I'm wondering how urgent it is to apply.

So far this year, I’ve already used a visa exemption and extended it to 90 days. I left the country to the US and came back again on a new visa exemption, and I’ve now been here about 30 days. I'm going to Korea next week. Before all this, I also spent about 1.5 months in Thailand at the end of last year.

Can I return to Thailand one more time on a visa exemption, or is there a high risk that I’ll be denied entry at the border?

DTV easy entry at BKK.

It took exactly 10 business days to be approved while in Bali.. Everything has been done remotely. No need to go to the embassy.

I didn't really care to print anything out since they have it all in TDAC form.

It is just my second time in Thailand, but I witnessed people in front of me being interrogated for Visa runs.

So I thought to myself I want to do it in the most sustainable way possible.

Thank you Thailand for creating opportunities for us nomads.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION for Everyone Planning a Visa or Border Run to Cambodia:

Due to ongoing political border disputes between Cambodia and Thailand, the borders between the two countries have been closed to tourists since yesterday (see attached document).

However, border and visa runs to other neighboring countries such as Laos, Malaysia, etc., are still possible.

If you need to do a visa or border run soon, you are welcome to get more information and book the service directly at Easy ABC Language School, or by email at: info@easy-abc-th.com.

Looks like the Cambodian borders are shut until further notice

I’m under 50 and planning to stay in Thailand long-term. I hold dual citizenship and have entered using different passports—once on one, then twice more on the other for visa runs. During my most recent (third) entry using the same passport, immigration questioned me about my previous 58-day stay and discovered I’m a dual citizen. Fortunately, I had an outbound ticket and was allowed to enter.

However, I’m now concerned about what might happen the next time I return, and I’m looking for a legal, long-term visa option. Ideally, I’d like something cost-effective, as I don’t want to spend a lot just to maintain a visa.

With the recent troubles between Cambodia and Thailand.

Is it effect visa runs and border crossing ?

Urgent News From The Navit Yochin Chanthaburi Special Task Force, Tab Thap Thai, Thana Ao Go Hot Springs, Chanthaburi Province

🚫 Thai-Cambodia Border Closed in Chanthaburi

Both the Ban Laem and Ban Phakkat checkpoints in Chanthaburi province are now closed - this includes the walking route from Ban Laem to Daung Lem in Cambodia.

This shutdown is based on orders from the Thai Immigration Bureau due to legal issues and the growing concern over illegal border crossing services (especially those used for visa runs).

These points have long been a loophole for people trying to "reset" their stay in Thailand.

• What This Means:

No more border runs via Chanthaburi.

If you’re using the “walk in, walk out” method to extend your stay - it’s over for now.

This affects both Thai nationals and foreign tourists.

• Alternative?

At this moment, only a few checkpoints in Laos (like Nong Khai) remain open - but even they’ve gotten stricter lately. Be warned.

We strongly advise planning ahead. Don't rely on land border runs. Stay legal - explore other visa options instead.

If you're applying for your DTV 180-day extension at immigration, make sure to do so at least two weeks before your visa expires.

This was a small but important detail I wasn’t aware of. Despite preparing a very comprehensive document package to support my application, I was turned away because I applied only 10 days before my visa's expiration date.

The immigration officer was very helpful and suggested I do a visa run instead.

I flew out to Malaysia and returned via Phuket Airport. Note: Arrivals are now required to complete a digital arrival card in advance. Honestly, this streamlined the entire process. You’ll have the option to list your employment - I listed myself as Founder and CEO of my own corporations, which I operate remotely - and you can also include your visa number for immigration reference.

Thanks to the new digital system, the entire re-entry process was smooth and hassle-free.

Edit: I had applied through Phuket Immigration Office.

Visa exemption question ?

Anyone know how many is multiple

times is .. there is a lot of mixed info out there .. been thailand January and March going again for 6 weeks July

Cannot get through on the phone to the London embassy to clear things up .

Thanks