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Re-Entry Permits

 

 

A re-entry permit is issued to individuals that have an extension of stay but needs to go out of Thailand for a considerable amount of time. As the term “re-entry” connotes, this permission allows individuals to enter the country again and utilized the remaining time in his or her visa. In addition to that, it spares the applicant from the tedious processes of visa applications.

 


Re-entry permits should be obtained before the departure. The failure to do so shall result to visa cancellation regardless of whether the visa has already expired or not. Once again, those who are unable to secure this particular permit need to apply for a new visa

 

Re-entry permit requirements:

 

The requirements for re-entry permit are:

  • Completed TM-8 form. For convenience, this form can be downloaded in the Thai immigration website
  • 2" photo
  • Fee payments. A total of 1,000 Baht is required for single entries and 3,800 Baht for multiple entries
  • Copies of passport. To be more specific, the main page, visa page and latest entry stamps should be photocopied

 

Re-entry permit application process

 

For those who will be applying in Suan Phlu, depending on the number of applicants, it will take approximately an hour or even half a day to facilitate the processing. Re-entry candidates are advised to go there after lunch hours so they can obtain the permit within the day.


In the meantime, those who are in Bangkok, the application can be sent via email through this address: bbk1_reentry@immigration.go. The email should be submitted a day before the departure.


On the other hand, the common steps for application processing are as follow:


  • Fill up the application form
  • Get a queue card at the information counter
  • Wait at the assigned counter
  • Pay the fees
  • Submit the re-entry permit to immigration checkpoints

Other reminders

Re-entry permits can be applied in person or through an agent. If the services of an agent are employed, it should be accompanied by a power of attorney.