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Can a long-term resident with a Thai spouse visa and reentry permit use the Thai or VIP line at Suvarnabhumi Airport immigration?

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Jul 6, 2024

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If long term resident with support Thai wife visa and a reentry permit can I use the Thai or vip line when exiting swampy at immigration?

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A long-term resident in Thailand with a Thai spouse visa and a reentry permit may use the VIP line at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Many respondents shared their experiences indicating that there is often no strict distinction between Thai citizens and foreigners in the VIP immigration lane. While some reported successful use of the Thai line while accompanied by their spouse, experiences can vary depending on individual circumstances and the discretion of immigration officers.

Bart **************

Of course not. Come on.

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Bob ********

As a frequent visitor with a Thai wife I use it every time, I always ask the Immi officer in Thai, how long is your shift, are you busy, and thank them as I leave. Im not a good Thai speaker, but I have those phrases memorised, usually saves queueing

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Follow up. Went priority line no problem getting thru but I am 65 so I guess they consider me elderly 😆

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Dave **********

just asked and never refused for a very lot of years as I married a Thai 50 years ago. Now get Priority Line by Age and LTR Visa but no real difference

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John *****

Not the same but I entered the Thais side on visa exempt with my daughter and gf, nobody batted an eyelid. Special treatment

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Brandon ************

If you're entering with your Thai spouse they might let you join them in line. If you're alone, you won't get any special treatment

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Dirk **************

When you use VIP lane at Suvarnabhumi airport there are four counters and no real distinction between Thai or foreigners. It is my understanding that the long term visa holder refers to the 5,10 or 15 year visa and not the annually renewable non-O visa (even though it is technically a long term visa). The only way to find out is to try though.

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David **********

Yes

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@David *********

thanks. Which one?

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