What is the profession you consult?

@Tod ********

Ok, makes sense. Never had a Visa exempt before but since I'm currently on a SETV (second one, before that non-B and one ED in 2014) I wonder if it's smart to use them as ''interval''(with 30 day extensions) instead of doing back-to-back SETV's.

@Tod ********

Asking out of curiosity, but is there currently any limit for 30-day visa exempts by air per year?

Haven't seen the post, but refusal at that consulate is only likely when you don't meet one of the 3 proofs (flight, funds, and proof of stay) or have multiple back to back visa's all from the HK consulate.

Believe I shared this with you before but you can either use a service like bestonwardflights.com or use the US website of Expedia and select flights with a easy cancellation policy.

@Sten ***********

I'm from the Netherlands. Although they won't ask it's always smart to be prepared for all requests. Onward ticket can be easily rented online and with Agoda or Booking.com you can easily book and cancel accommodation at no cost. Financial proof is as easy as a bank statement.

Sten Van Aardt Got my SETV from Hong Kong in January. No Issues as non-resident. Just bring your entry slip and make a copy of that at the building next to the consulate. They didn't ask me financial proof, accommodation or onward tickets but they might ask you based on your nationality. Some Pakistani dudes in front of me got an argument after they were asked for proof of accommodation

@Robert ******

I don't see how the labour act is not relevant to a discussion group on visa matters? If you don't want to debate on these topics, then rather stop commenting.

@Robert ******

the Thai law also states everyone who is tax resident needs to pay tax. This means that in the case of many residing here, these laws conflict with labour or immigration laws. You can't simply determine then what's legal or illegal.

@Ivan ***********

is only trying to discuss that.

+ nobody would question where your income came from if filed correctly. There are numerous people here having rental income or receiving foreign dividends. Taxation is completely seperate from visas or labour laws