What Documents Do You Need for a Re-Entry Permit for Thailand?

The documents you have to submit to the immigration officers when you apply for your Re-Entry Permit in Thailand are:

• A valid passport with a Thailand visa stamp on it
• Photocopies of relevant passport pages, including:
  • Personal information page
  • Any amendments to personal data (if applicable)
  • Stamp of the latest entry to Thailand
  • Extension of stay stamp (if applicable)

• A recent passport-sized photo (4 x 6 cm)
• Re-Entry Permit Form TM8 (Download the form from our “Exercise Files”)
• Any other documents related to the purpose of your stay in Thailand.

Where can I apply for a re-entry permit?

Applying for a Re-Entry Permit in Thailand can be done in two ways: either at an Immigration Office in any province before your intended trip or at an international airport on the day of your trip. However, if you plan to get your re-entry permit at Suvarnabhumi or Don Muaeng airport, it is advisable to arrive early to allow enough time for processing. It is important to note that the application papers are usually queued in batches instead of being processed immediately.

For those who plan to apply for the Re-Entry Permit at Suvarnabhumi airport, head to the 4th floor, Zone 2, and look for the Re-Entry Service at Passport Control. The Re-Entry Permit service is available 24/7 at both Suvarnabhumi and Don Muaeng airports. It is important to keep in mind that getting the re-entry permit at the airport requires you to be leaving on the same day.

What are the steps to obtain a re-entry permit in Thailand?

To obtain a re-entry permit in Thailand, you can follow these steps:

1. Gather Required Documents: You will need your passport, a copy of your passport, your departure card, a completed re-entry permit application form, and the fee for the re-entry permit.
2. Fill out the Re-Entry Permit Application: You can obtain a re-entry permit application form at the airport, land border checkpoint, or any immigration office in Thailand. Ensure that you complete the form accurately, and provide all the required information.
3. Submit the Application: Take the completed application form, along with your other required documents, to the immigration office or counter at the airport or land border checkpoint. Submit the application to the immigration officer and pay the fee.
4. Collect Your Re-Entry Permit: After processing your application, the immigration officer will issue your re-entry permit. The re-entry permit will be a stamp on your passport or a separate document, depending on where you applied for it. Ensure that you keep the re-entry permit safe and present it when you return to Thailand to avoid any issues.

How much does a Thailand Re-Entry Permit cost?

The cost of a Thai Re-Entry Permit changes depending on whether you’re applying for a single- or multiple-entry permit:

• Single-Entry Thailand Re-Entry Permit cost: 1,000 Thai Baht
• Multiple-Entry Thailand Re-Entry Permit cost: 3,800 Thai Baht

Advice from New Stamford School:

All education visa from our school will be valid for 90 days so if you do not plan to travel often within 90 days, we advise to apply for a single-entry re-entry permit cost 1000 baht. It’s important to note that you must return to Thailand before your visa expires in order to apply for a new visa extension. Failure to return to Thailand before the visa expires will result in the termination of your visa and automatic withdrawal from the school, with no refund of your tuition fee.