Answered5 years ago
Can a Thai national resolve their entry status in Thailand if they enter with a US passport instead of their Thai passport?
If a Thai national (with valid Thai passport) were to enter Thailand visa exempt with a US passport would they have to leave and re-enter with their Thai passport within 30 days or can this situation be straightened out within Thailand?
Answer summary
A Thai national entering Thailand on a US passport can address their visa status without leaving the country. They are eligible for a one-year extension of stay as a Thai citizen at the local immigration office, which costs 1,900 THB, provided they can prove their Thai nationality.
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James ********
Why enter on US if Thai?
Steve **********
OP@James *******
Her passport is in the renewal process and we have to book a flight before she receives the new onePeter *******
@Steve *********
book the flight using foreign passport then use Thai passport to enter Thailand. Have copy of Marriage Certificate for airline check-in if passports not in same name. Peter *******
@Ellie ******
maybe, last time wife travelled was 2018.Ellie *******
@Peter ******
ah, maybe we are both wrong. Currently, under the Thaipass program, it might not work as it used to be (or could be).She needs booked flight AND Thaipass approval.
So I deleted my previous comment. sorry.
Peter *******
@Ellie ******
she will be leaving with Forgeign Passport. Airline will require a Thai Visa(if staying longer than 30 days) in Passport to travel. Passports need to be linked to avoid need for Visa. My wife entered this way for many years.
Benjamin ******
If a Thai national enters on a foreign passport, they can get a one year extension of stay based on being a Thai national. The cost is 1,900 THB at the local immigration office, and they have to prove they are or were a Thai citizen.
Steve **********
OP@Benjamin *****
excellent, thanks Activity
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