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philbags
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 Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2006 10:59 am Post subject: oneway ticket and 30 day visa at airport? |
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Hi everybody, Im thinking about flying into Asia via Bangkok from the Uk then moving on; does anybody know FOR SURE whether a oneway ticket only is a problem. Of course my travel agent is advising me to buy a return but I really wont be needing one.My other question is self evident I 'spose - is it possible to pick up a VISA on arrival? The embassies are closed 'til tuesday so if anybody can answer my Q's before that I'd really 'preciate it.
love, peace and all the best
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philbags
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| Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2006 3:32 pm Post subject: |
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Looks like I found what I needed to know further back in the threads.
Take care,
abyssinia ( maybe) |
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eek
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| Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 1:16 am Post subject: |
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Im tagging onto your thread because im looking for a bit of advice myself philbags.
The search function only gave me part of the information Im looking for, so if anyone has a clue on this, lemme know 
I would like to fly from Argentina to Bangkok (plan to go visit my brother before i leave for Thailand). He is going to sort out a ticket for me from BA to Bangkok, and ill just get a single from London to BA.
After reading some threads about carriers often not letting you on the plane on a one-way ticket, im worried that I'll be refused.
How likely is refusal?  |
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Kent F. Kruhoeffer
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| Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 6:50 am Post subject: |
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| How likely is refusal? |
It's not very likely, but nobody wants to go out
on a limb and tell you that it's absolutely impossible.
I've arrived in a variety of countries over the past 18 years
on one-way tickets ---> and have never been refused,
either at boarding or on arrival at my destination.
You can increase your good karma a bit by dressing decently for the flight,
not becoming visibly intoxicated & by showing due respect to airport officials.
If you're questioned at the airport in BA when boarding your flight,
calmly pull out a credit card and tell them matter-of-factly that
you were planning to buy an onward ticket in Bangkok
'cuz it's cheaper - which is probably true.
The airline just wants to be sure you have the means to finance
an onward ticket, just 'in case' you were hassled at your destination.
At the airport in Bangkok, they most likely won't question you
or ask to see your ticket unless you look really suspicious.
    
Thailand teaching and travel resources available here :::: The Master Index Thailand ::::
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eek
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| Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 1:03 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks Kent.
I always dress neat for flights (cuz u nvr know when you may just get an upgrade  ), and was thinking along the same lines as you. Smart appearance gen equals less hassle. I dont drink per say, so thats no prob either 
I hadnt thought of the credit card thingy, so thanks for that.
At least it is very reassuring to know the likelyhood of being turned away is minimal. |
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kenkannif
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| Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 6:16 am Post subject: |
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Yes, I know people that have been refused a flight due to not having the correct Visa or a return ticket.
For the sake of a Visa it's not really worth the risk IMO! Sod's law and all that.
Generally it's because in theory the carrier, if you're refused entry this end (which won't happen), will have to take you back....so not sure if the credit card thing would work. If you get an el cheapo flight say to Laos on your credit card (making sure it's refundable) then that's an option....but the Visa would be just as cheap or cheaper. |
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Kent F. Kruhoeffer
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| Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 11:40 am Post subject: |
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^ Good point.
Especially with increased airport security these days, it's probably
smart to spend an hour at the Thai Embassy in Buenos Aires.
In plain English:
If you apply for a regular tourist visa,
the return-ticket rule does not apply.
Problem solved. 
Royal Thai Embassy
Virrey Del Pino 2458-6 Piso,
1426 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel: (541) 785-6504, 6521, 6532
Fax: (541) 785-6548
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philbags
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| Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 2:15 pm Post subject: |
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Yup, this is the conclusion that I've come round to.
Thanks for your wisdom guys. |
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gypsywoman
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| Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 2:23 pm Post subject: visa |
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| Finaly got hold of the Thai embassy here in Australia today, they confirmed the above. Without a return ticket, you need to have a visa. |
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eek
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| Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 2:40 pm Post subject: |
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my plan was to apply for a visa from here in the UK before i leave. Hoping for a 60 - 90day visa. Then fly to argentina one-way, then on to bangkok.
Im guessing that covers what i need...um.. right?  |
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Kent F. Kruhoeffer
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| Posted: Wed Aug 30, 2006 7:36 am Post subject: |
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^ Sounds good to me.
In case you need it, here's the contact info for the Royal Thai Embassy
in London & Consulates in the UK: http://thailand-uk.com/thaiemb.html
Don't forget your sunscreen & a copy
of Jim Scrivener's Teaching Grammar.
Good luck.
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kenkannif
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| Posted: Wed Aug 30, 2006 8:49 am Post subject: |
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I'd advise you NOT to use the Thai Embassy as you generally have to go in person (well if you're near it's all good).
I'd suggest you use a Consulate (PM me for details if you like) as they accept mailed applications.
If you're coming here long term I can advise as to how to get a long Visa for Thailand mate. |
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gypsywoman
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| Posted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 5:12 am Post subject: one way ticket |
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Thanks for the book name, I'll check that out.
I'm still using Dummies guide to Grammar haha.
Its good! lol |
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Kent F. Kruhoeffer
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| Posted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 12:21 pm Post subject: |
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^ Hi
Actually, I dropped Jim Scrivener's name for one main reason:
There are several people coming to Thailand for the CELTA.
Scrivener's 'Learning Teaching' is recommended reading,
along with 2 other notables in the TESOL / EFL field:
Practical English Usage
by Michael Swan
and
Grammar in Use
by Raymond Murphy
For those about to teach, we salute you.  |
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philbags
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| Posted: Mon Sep 04, 2006 5:55 pm Post subject: |
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Dont forget Penny Ur - 5 minute activities.
Picking up my Visa tomorrow, and flying to BKK on thursday.
Anybody up or a beer over the weekend?
Ciao hosses'n'hossettes. |
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