Thai Elite Visa or tourist exempt?

[gerry1011]

Thailand Elite isn't cheap, but hassel free and I got one, happy with it. However, I recently couldn't find my Thailand Elite card and was told by TE that a replacement card costs 4,000 baht . I asked if I really need the card and the answer is vague. Don't think I want to pay up for the replacement, but not sure if I will still able to use TE services provided without the card. Let's see how it goes.

The card itself is not really useful indeed, since most services are arranged through the call center.

The only time I was asked to provide the card was when renewing the 5 years visa.

But... Rumors say that soon the card will also be a credit card. Let's see what comes up

[Kai1988]

Use your company and apply for an APEC card this will give you 90 days each stay and it is intended for business travelers that frequently travel.

If I use the APEC card, do I have to mark business or tourist purposes on the landing form?

[ukrules]

Thailand Elite isn't cheap, but hassel free and I got one, happy with it. However, I recently couldn't find my Thailand Elite card and was told by TE that a replacement card costs 4,000 baht . I asked if I really need the card and the answer is vague. Don't think I want to pay up for the replacement, but not sure if I will still able to use TE services provided without the card. Let's see how it goes.

The card itself is not really useful indeed, since most services are arranged through the call center.

The only time I was asked to provide the card was when renewing the 5 years visa.

But... Rumors say that soon the card will also be a credit card. Let's see what comes up

I was asked to show my membership card when I did an extension of stay last summer.

[ericthai]

Use your company and apply for an APEC card this will give you 90 days each stay and it is intended for business travelers that frequently travel.

If I use the APEC card, do I have to mark business or tourist purposes on the landing form?

I dont think it matters. With this card it will keep immigration questing your frequent visits. I would just tell the truth, just because you have an APEC card doesn't mean you cant have a holiday in Thailand.