@Jim *******

arrogant and rude!

@Bart *************

my criteria for further consideration after this year is funds related not stay. And as I haven’t stayed 90 days, I haven’t had to report either. 😊

I wouldn’t bank on that information of - no onward proof. My knowledge is different and is written in many places for visa advice and also embassy guidance on the websites for basic entry. Thailand isn’t unique in this requirement either.

No. You absolutely don’t. I have Sg license and was told by Phuket police check 😂

And I was also asked to provided many photos of my renovations - as well as ownership of my villa. For a 60 day TV in Singapore. The embassy were very patient and allowed the constant updates of information which isn’t usual.

@Bart *************

that’s not correct - you do indeed have to provide proof of onward travel should it be asked. The airline is supposed to filter this issue out as they will ask (hence I had it with me) immigration do ask for it but just not that often.

Hmmm I know many people abusing the system just because they want to stay - I had a very valid reason to be here - my investment needed attention after covid neglect! 4th visit my SG ID card was photographed. 5th was a final warning! Visa exempt worked as my stays were short but after the 60 day visa I switched it up to a retirement visa. No issue now as I come and go as I please.

I have a 20 year history here in Phuket and never had this issue before - probably as my visits were better timed apart. Mai bhen rai - i follow and respect the rules!

@Kami *****

Phuket - arrival by aircraft always. Most surprising since I had no long stays - just 6 entries over 12 months. I planned on retirement visa and just had to apply a few months earlier.

Thai embassy in Singapore wanted a lot of information despite my residency status.

On arrival - also challenged but allowed as I had departure proof.

@Bart *************

correct… despite never abusing the immigration system and proving I have a home in Singapore. I own a property that needed my attention and for me to be in the country. I had to provide that too! 😁

@Bart *************

i thought so too. Yet, I speak from recent experience…And yes, they can and do. Luckily for me, I had everything from applying with me. He mentioned had I not I would have been denied. Too many stamps. No covid and no extensions just a need to be here frequently in 2023.

There is a mention of this on the website (when applying) but who really takes any notice.

60 days visa is only available outside of Thailand. And even then it’s still at the immigration officer’s discretion. Who may ask many questions and or for further supporting evidence. Hotel/departure proof.

@John *******

tune brain to comprehend the sentence and it does!