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2 hours ago, ubonjoe said:

The Thai's that have been able to arrive have been sent for a strict quarantine for 14 days. The government has set some hotels for the quarantene.

What do you mean strict? Do you mean they're unable to leave their room for 14 days? Do they get their own room or do they have a roommate?

35 minutes ago, Tanoshi said:

Whilst the US in on the 'high risk' list of Countries, I doubt you'll be able to fly anywhere soon.

Even returning Thais have to undergo a 14 day quarantine lockdown and a 'fit to fly' certificate to allow boarding. The limited foreigners able to enter are also subject to the 14 day quarantine and must have proof of being Covid free before boarding.

Do you have any info on the conditions of the 14 day quarantine? Is it like, staying in a hotel room by yourself isolated? Or do the immigration assign you a shared room somewhere with other foreigners?

Just now, BritTim said:

Recognise that there is a difference between allowing flights to land with passengers, and allowing easy entry to foreigners as in the pre Covid-19 era. In June, it is possible that some foreigners might be allowed into Thailand (probably with 14-day quarantine). Examples are those with Thai spouses and children, and those with work permits. While the hotel and restaurant business is being decimated by the lack of tourism, Thailand is not about to change its mind and just allow the virus to spread uncontrolled through the country.

Oh yeah thats another thing I've heard about is the 14 day quarantine. Do you have any info on what actually happens? Like, do you pay to stay in a hotel or something for 14 days, or are you in a room with other foreigners for 14 days?

Just now, Salerno said:

I'd be writing the visa off and contacting your airline re options on rescheduling or refund. 

 

My flights in June where cancelled by the airline in March, part of an email: "As THAI have suspended flights from Australia until 30 June 2020 at this stage..." would suggest they knew back then the rolling bans where not realistic.

Ok another question is I have a layover in Japan. Lets say if thailand didn't have a ban but Japan did, would I be able to stay in Japan during my layover or would I just be screwed and they'd turn me back to the US, or would I even be able to board the plane?

1 minute ago, Salerno said:

Where you from? I'd say little chance of anyone getting in in June, especially if from high risk countries.

Virginia

Just now, BritTim said:

There is virtually no chance that you will be able to enter Thailand as a tourist in early June. There is a good reason why people already in Thailand are being given automatic extensions of their permissions to stay until the end of July. Freely moving between countries is simply not going to be a thing for the foreseeable future.

well if it is banned june 5th ill just cancel. Is it confirmed banned until june 1st now?

Just now, jacko45k said:

You will have to watch the status on the flight ban, and consider yourself whether it is worth coming. 

I've read it on facebook that its banned june 1st, im not aware of where to find the official news. It is indeed banned until june 1st now?

9 minutes ago, jacko45k said:

No, in reality in Thailand, no visas are extended, incorrect terminology. They are extending Permissions To Stay. 

Ok, my flight is on june 1st to arrive june 3rd, the ban got extended to june 1st right? If thats the case ill change my flight to June 5th or so

I've heard about thailand extending foreigner's visas so im not sure if this applies to me as I'm not in thailand. I have a single entry tourist visa and it expires on June 12th. Is my visa extended, as in can I enter June 20th for example and my tourist visa applies?

6 minutes ago, Surelynot said:

If you can wait with out incurring any financial penalty YES, hang on and see what happens.

alright ill come back and ask in a month, my visa expires like june 10th or whatever so if i have to change the date thats the latest i can change it to

4 minutes ago, OneeyedJohn said:

Why don't you ask your mommy.

very useful post there manchild

5 minutes ago, lopburi3 said:

There is unlikely to even be a flight - much less any boarding.  The world is down and it is not going to end on any set date.  Yes I do believe it prudent to cancel any plans to visit Thailand in the next few months.

https://www.businesstraveller.com/business-travel/2020/03/26/thailand-closes-border-bans-entry-for-foreigners/

this says ban is till april 30, should i wait until early may to decide to cancel or not?

2 minutes ago, lopburi3 said:

You may have more to worry about than a mask unless you are on an official diplomatic mission or such as Thailand is not open to any foreigners at this time and there is no estimate when it might be - but expect when it is there will be a 2 week quarantine required.  As sufficient masks are not available in USA currently not sure what this post is about.  

 

Well as you now provide a link to a Thailand delivered product, but say you are in USA, please tell you you are not advertising?

id be delivering it to my home in US. i thought the foreign ban was until april 30th? my layover would be in japan - do you think they'd just deny me going onto the plane for boarding, or would I arrive in thailand, and they wouldn't let me in through immigration? should i just cancel my flight?

https://www.amazon.com/Aniwon-Pollution-Activated-Carbon-Fashion/dp/B07MYQNV6Z/ref=sr_1_21?dchild=1&keywords=medical+mask&qid=1586661939&sr=8-21#customerReviews

would this be a good option? i have no idea what to look for

Currently im in US but I have a trip to thailand in late may, I hear it is the law to now wear a surgical mask. Any recommendations on masks to get? Please leave a link whether its from amazon or whatnot.

23 hours ago, tonray said:

The real question is what is your preferred lifestyle ? What things are important besides WIFI and AC (which are ubiquitous). What about transportation ? What about Street Food ? What about Shopping ? Do you speak any Thai ? The best thing to do is come for an extended visit (BTW not many first time visitors stay in Nonthaburi !) so you really can experience lifestyle of several different areas. Book a hotel or guesthouse in 3 or 4 different areas, 3 or 4 nights in each and see how you like the surrounding vibe. Nobody can give you sound advice because an area that we like might be horrible to your tastes.

my friend says a good idea is to be the closest to the center of the town as possible which is Siam BTS, is this true? as for transportation i used grab everywhere, never used a train but would be interested in using mrt or bts, i dont speak thai. I love to get street food for most of my meals. When i move i plan on getting a job teaching, so should I look for a job first and then find a place near that job? Or should I find a district I like and find a job near that?

22 hours ago, paulbrow said:

Did a little checking and the only things I found in your suggested price range are hostels, shared rooms. dormatories. Not sure what you are really interested in. Good luck.

on renthub theres LOTS of places 2-8k range so idk what you're talking about

21 hours ago, dddave said:

Just come and get a cheap hotel for a month or so.  Explore the city and find a neighborhood that appeals to you.  There are many apps available that will help find a room once you know where you want to live.   Keep in mind, any room or apartment you find will require 3 months rent to get started: 2 months security and first month.

What apps would you recommend? I only know of renthub website to find a place permanently, and airbnb or hotels for temporary stays

I've only been to thailand once and I stayed in Nonthaburi while I was there. I'm looking to fully move to thailand soon and when I'm looking for a place on renthub I'm completely clueless on where I should look into renting an apartment. https://gyazo.com/81ae87616d2d70d8301ddd12fbf36dff this is what I see on the front page of renthub. My main requirement for a place is having a good Wifi and air conditioning. So if you have any recommendation on the best areas to live in bangkok I'd love to hear why. I am not interested in living in rich areas with high rent cost, I'd like a cheaper rent per month, like 4-8k / month range.

16 minutes ago, ubonjoe said:

Immigration seldom ask to see a ticket out if you have a valid visa for entry since by the rules it is not required.

If think the throw away ticket would show that is is still valid. It only becomes invalid on the airlines computers.

Ok thanks. One more thing, on border runs to cambodia where you are just going in and out for visa exemption, do they ask you for proof of 20k thb? And with laos border runs where you go and get a tourist visa and come back to thailand, do they ask to see 20k thb?

On 11/13/2019 at 1:39 AM, ubonjoe said:

Read his post again. He plans on having a one way ticket within 60 days along with the 5 month ticket.

 

@ubonjoe when i get my tourist visa in the US using the 5 month roundtrip + the bestonwardtravel ticket, will i need to get another bestonwardtravel ticket to show the immigration officer, or will the officer not ask me for onward travel proof?

16 hours ago, ubonjoe said:

Have you checked the Air Asia or Lion Air websites for a one way ticket to any nearby country and from any airport here.

You can find very low fares purchased in advance.

Air Asia will refund the taxes paid for when the ticket was purchased. In some cases that is about half the cost of it.

so in order to get refunds on flights you have to go directly to the airline's websites? i always book on expedia/skyscanner and have never seen how you can refund

23 minutes ago, Genericnic said:

Almost all regular airlines (not the low cost ones like Air Asia) sell full fair tickets that are fully refundable. Just make sure you check the information before you purchase it. Also look for airlines that don't have any administrative fees for refunds.

 

David

 

what website or app do you usually buy your tickets on?

22 minutes ago, Genericnic said:

For some it is a practical solution to an immigration created problem. It is no more of a problem than buying a very cheap, real ticket that you have no intention of using or of getting a full-fare, fully refundable ticket that you turn in after getting through immigration. 

 

In my case, when I come back from the US in January, I will come in visa exempt. When I get here, I head directly to CM, get my paperwork in order for a non-O in Laos, and then head out on my motorcycle. I'll be exiting Thailand well before the 30 days is up and will have no need for a flight ticket out. While I could do as the OP suggested and use something like bestonwardticket.com, I am too cheap. I'll most likely just get a full-fare, fully refundable ticket and turn it in as soon as I clear immigration at Bangkok. Any of the three methods result in the same outcome. 

 

David

so instead of paying 12 usd for the fake ticket, you buy a real one, and refund it? could you tell me how to find refundable tickets? ive only ever bought tickets on sites like skyscanner/expedia and i dont think ive ever been able to refund.