Will I have problems re-entering?

[belfast3]

Sawatdee krab 

 

I’ve been staying in Thailand for 6 months per year for the past few years on SETV and VE stamps without issue but am becoming increasingly concerned about entry problems now I have a history.

 

I’ve been back in the UK for 5 months and plan to re-enter next month flying to CNX via BKK.

 

Should I expect issues with immigration or will the fact I return to my home country for 5-6 months per year be evident that I’m not working in Thailand?

 

I have a new SETV, 20k in cash, onward flight ticket, hotel reservation and payslips showing foreign income.

 

Is there anything else I should bring/do to reduce the likelihood of being denied entry?

 

Thanks ????

[elviajero]

I doubt you’ll have any problems having been out for 5 months and entering using a visa. You have all the requirements covered.

[BritTim]

You will have a visa, and (while spending lengths of time in Thailand some officials might consider excessive) you are clearly not living in Thailand. Coming from your home country, denied entry is unlikely in my estimation.

Be well groomed on arrival. That can be a factor with some officials. If you are questioned, staying calm and avoiding confrontation improves your chances.

[belfast3]

Thank you. I am usually very presentable but I do travel in tracksuit bottoms and a hoody for comfort on the long flight. I’m going to pack a pair of trousers and a shirt and change before I go through immigration.


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[Ulic]

You might want to consider a METV in the future. Then you are good for six months with just border bounces.

[asdfrules]

15 hours ago, belfast3 said:

I do travel in tracksuit bottoms and a hoody for comfort on the long flight.

I recommend wearing a tuxedo.  Doesn't matter how suspicious your travel history is, if you're wearing a tuxedo, they let you in.

[geoffbezoz]

2 minutes ago, asdfrules said:

I recommend wearing a tuxedo.  Doesn't matter how suspicious your travel history is, if you're wearing a tuxedo, they let you in.

But you look a pratt wearing a Tux with tracksuit bottoms. 

[sanemax]

9 minutes ago, geoffbezoz said:

But you look a pratt wearing a Tux with tracksuit bottoms. 

I.O's only just see your top half

[geoffbezoz]

3 minutes ago, sanemax said:

I.O's only just see your top half

The one at the desk maybe, but their pal in the next box can see you

[PerkinsCuthbert]

1 hour ago, asdfrules said:

I recommend wearing a tuxedo.  Doesn't matter how suspicious your travel history is, if you're wearing a tuxedo, they let you in.

Yes, and while you're at it, clutch a jeroboam of Krug and two Belgian crystal champagne glasses; the IO will be sure to appreciate your gesture.

[Ireland32]

5 hours ago, Ulic said:

You might want to consider a METV in the future. Then you are good for six months with just border bounces.

9 months total , leave every 90 days 

[Ireland32]

Avoid women IO they like drama

[bigginhill]

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[jimn]

22 hours ago, belfast3 said:

Thank you. I am usually very presentable but I do travel in tracksuit bottoms and a hoody for comfort on the long flight. I’m going to pack a pair of trousers and a shirt and change before I go through immigration.


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Why, a pair of shorts and a polo shirt will do just fine.

[belfast3]

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Good point.


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[jacko45k]

12 hours ago, sanemax said:

I.O's only just see your top half

So would a Top Hat help too?

[belfast3]

I’ll pack my cravat too.


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