HKexpat Posted February 12, 2022 Author Share Posted February 12, 2022 Ok, if the airline will accept it then that’s fine. I think if Immigration ask me about it I’ll just explain I will be converting to a retirement O visa and show them proof of funds in a thai bank. Thanks for clarifying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard_smith237 Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 6 minutes ago, HKexpat said: Dr Jack, if I have an onward flight technically 31 days after my arrival can the airline refuse this as it’s not within 30 days. Just checked and it’s cheaper to book a new flight than change the date. My other option I guess it the throwaway ticket as a backup for $12. Thanks. I know you’ve asked Dr.Jack... I’ll offer what I would do in your situation. Have your existing ‘onward’ ticket ready... you may or may not get asked for proof of an onward ticket at check-in. If you are, show the existing ‘onward’ ticket - I very much doubt the staff will count the days. IF they do, you can tell them you can extend a Exemption on arrival entry by 7 days and you plan to do that. IF that fails, you can then turn to the internet and book your $12 onward ‘throwaway’ ticket within 30 days. The same thing at Immigration upon arrival - ensure you have roaming on your phone so you could book another onward ticket if you needed to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKexpat Posted February 12, 2022 Author Share Posted February 12, 2022 Thanks for your comments and will bear that in mind. If I book via rent a ticket at the airport (if required) then I presume I can just show there confirmed booking on my phone? There won’t be any where to print it out at that point but I note there policy is to issue a ticket valid for 48 hours so I guess that’s the way to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sometimewoodworker Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 13 hours ago, LaosLover said: Call the airline and they will tell you what their rules are. As an alternative go to https://www.iatatravelcentre.com and you will be looking at exactly the same information that airlines use to decide if you require an onward ticket. I can guarantee that the overwhelming percentage of visa exempt travellers (if not 100%) MUST have an onward ticket for the airline to allow boarding. immigration officers in the past virtually never asked to see the onward ticket. However if a passenger is refused entry and doesn’t have an onward flight the airline is not only responsible but has to pay a significant fine. That is why the airline is going to make sure you have an onward ticket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKexpat Posted February 12, 2022 Author Share Posted February 12, 2022 Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neytil Posted February 13, 2022 Share Posted February 13, 2022 What is the cheapest real onward ticket option? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted February 13, 2022 Share Posted February 13, 2022 9 minutes ago, neytil said: What is the cheapest real onward ticket option? Never used it but this one has a good reputation and costs $12 US. https://onwardticket.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJack54 Posted February 13, 2022 Share Posted February 13, 2022 22 minutes ago, neytil said: What is the cheapest real onward ticket option? A throw away ticket currently is approx 1600 baht. Did one last week for someone. Bkk-KL. Rent a ticket is an option however it's not a "confirmed" flight meaning payment in full not received. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKexpat Posted February 13, 2022 Author Share Posted February 13, 2022 Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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