Do you need to secure a guarantee when traveling from the Philippines to Thailand? Who exactly needs this guarantee?

To be honest, since the visa exemption was extended to two months, the need for guarantees has decreased, and this includes PASA community members in Thailand.

They shared information about the guarantee service, specifically for everyone to see.

The maximum cost for a guarantee is 2,000 Thai Baht, which is the standard market rate.

So, under what circumstances do you need a guarantee to enter Thailand?

1. Multiple frequent entries into Thailand, each stay exceeding 30 days.

For example, if you enter Thailand for 45 days, then go to Malaysia for 15 days, and immediately re-enter Thailand, you might face issues at customs.

2. Previous history of overstaying in Thailand

3. Passport issued in a third country without any travel history, and the new passport does not have a long-term visa stamp or sticker.

For instance, if the passport was renewed in the Philippines and it has a work visa stamp and a downgrade stamp, it is considered a normal passport and does not require a guarantee.

4. Previous long-term visa in Thailand not cancelled, even if expired

For example, if you obtained a one-year student visa in 2020 and left for another country before it expired without cancelling the visa. Although it has expired, there is still a record in the immigration system.

5. Passport validity less than 6 months

This situation is recommended to secure a guarantee.

Other common situations

1. Various domestic issues, such as travel restrictions, local warrants, etc., as long as you are not on the international wanted list, Thai customs will assume it's a normal passport

2. Passport shows as cancelled, but still in use with many travel records

In uncertain situations, it is recommended to secure a guarantee.

This is a summary from a netizen, and details will surely vary based on individual circumstances.