@Ulrik ************

A first-time tourist with no prior record who used one visa exemption and a 30-day extension, totaling 90 days, can usually enter again without any issue. At most, they might receive a rare warning, which was even less common throughout 2024.

In 2025, however, immigration has become noticeably stricter. Officers are now paying closer attention to patterns of extended or repeated stays, especially those around 90 days or longer, as these are increasingly being treated as signs of living in Thailand rather than visiting.

@Nongnuch *******

It’s not that straightforward. Entry decisions are entirely at the discretion of immigration officers. If they believe your travel pattern or purpose shows misuse of the visa exemption scheme, they can refuse entry and advise you to obtain a proper long-term visa instead.

In 2024 they were much more relaxed, but in 2025 its been quite strict.

We provide complete retirement visa services. From your first application and bank account opening (even if you’re entering on a tourist or exempt visa) to smooth yearly renewals.

Most cases are completed within 3 days, and we serve clients in all provinces, including Pattaya.

For assistance, contact us:

LINE:

Email:

You can use our system here for free if you are within the 72 hour submission window:



It will also allow you to submit up to a year in advance for a $8 fee, but that is not necessary if you submit within the standard 72 hour window.

Thank you, Jim, for the follow-up post. If you need anything from us, feel free to reach out anytime through LINE:

@Matthew ********

We do not assist with account opening at the bank you have mentioned 😉

@Jeremy ********

We also assist clients who want to handle their own submissions. Just let us know your goals, and we’ll take care of the process and prepare everything so you can easily extend your visa at the immigration office of your choice next year.

Everyone’s needs are different, so we maintain detailed client files and tailor our approach to each person’s situation, ensuring their documents and preparation align perfectly with their long-term goals.

We assist with this in-country if needed.

You can message our team via line:

Yes the TDAC is required.

If you select the same arrival date as your departure date the address will not be asked for.

@Robin ******

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