Answered8 years ago

Can I exit Thailand and return for a visa exemption despite having a VOID stamp in my passport?

Thai Visa Visa Exemption ED Visa Work Permit Passport Issues Expat Advice

Leon *******

asked Mar 20, 2019

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Hi there...thx for accepting me.

Some advice please...

I am ending a 1 year ED visa on 22/3/19 and was offered a job on Monday, so just started work permit process.

I have a South African passport and my original ED visa was voided in Penang a year ago. I had to fly in and organise it in Phuket .

That's why I'm wary of paying a lot for a visa run and 2/3 month tourist visa. They might refuse after an ED visa and with the VOID stamp in my passport.

I want to fly out of Phuket and then back in to get a visa exemption for 30 days upon arrival...

(this is while my work permit stuff gets sorted out)

1. Is this still a possibility? 

2. Which countries to fly to where they will stamp my passport for entry without a visa before flying back?

Thanks a lot

Answer summary

An expat with a South African passport is seeking advice on leaving Thailand after their ED visa ends and returning to obtain a 30-day visa exemption. They are concerned about their previous ED visa being voided and the implications of that on their re-entry. Comments suggest that while it is possible to seek entry again, caution is advised, with recommendations for a land crossing to Laos instead of flying due to potential denial risks.

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Tyler *******

Do you have a copy of your offer letter? It may or may not help but I would think of you told the IO that you are waiting on your job paperwork and show them the signed offer letter (your acceptance) that they might be a little more lenient. Good luck and congrats on the job.

8 years ago

Tyler *******

@Leon ******

a lot of people freak out here but I’ve found most of the IOs to be pretty reasonable if you have a legitimate explanation and proof to back it up. Also helps if you are polite, dressed well, and keep a level head. Just cover your bases and smile 😀

8 years ago

Leon *******

That's a great idea. Thanks Tyler

8 years ago

Ron ******************

Avoid airports and do a land crossing to Laos. Get a visa and go back by land. The risk of a denial exist and you dont want to be send back to SA.

8 years ago

Leon *******

Great. Thanks...land crossing also 30 and not 15 days?

8 years ago

Robert *******

1. Yes it is still possible, 2. No idea which country allows you to just fly in without a visa. And as this is Thai visa advice you have to find another way to search the answer for this question.

8 years ago

Leon *******

Great...thx

8 years ago