Can I get a re-entry permit on a Single Entry Tourist Visa (SETV) for Thailand?

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The man at the Thai Consul in Cardiff told me I would not be able to get a re-entry permit on a SETV - is this true? 
He’s suggested I go in on visa exemption as I’m going to Sri Lanka & then returning to Thailand on visa exemption again & show another booking to leave the country before 30 days. I’m staying for 2 months over all. 
I’m thinking the best thing to do will be to get a SETV in Colombo, though it will mean staying longer than I had planned ... 
Thank you for any advice 🙏

Ask Thailand · Answer

The post discusses confusion regarding obtaining a re-entry permit while on a Single Entry Tourist Visa (SETV) for Thailand. The author was informed by a consul that they couldn't get a re-entry permit with a SETV, leading to discussions about alternative entry methods, such as using the visa exemption upon returning from Sri Lanka. Comments clarify that a re-entry permit can indeed be obtained with a SETV, and offer varying opinions on how best to navigate entry and travel documentation requirements.

Robert ******* · Answer

Is this a JOKE; I go to Thailand and Sri Lanka for a period of max 60 days. But if the airline company or Immigration ask for onward travel I do not mention the ticket I already have to Sri Lanka but I just start lying about a fake bus trip to Laos or when i come back from Sri Lanka I need another fake story in stead of the ticket back home. Sometimes you better tell the truth.

Tod ********* · Answer

here's a PRO-TIP:

NEVER EVER trust a thai consulate employee in another country about anything you can do INSIDE thailand once you get here visa/extension wise

AND

NEVER EVER trust a thai immigration officer inside the country about anything you can do OUTSIDE the country visa wise at a consulate.

They are two completely different government agencies and have nothing to do with each other.

Sarah ******* · Answer

I thank you everyone - I’m going to do the Visa Exempt entry method - however I’m worrying if I need to show an onward journey. I’ve been told to just tell IO that I’m planning a bus trip to Laos, and will indeed do that, but have some anxiety!

Gregor ********** · Answer

you can get the re-entry permit for a SETV.  BUT, you need to look if the 1200 THB for a re-entry at the Suvarnabhumi Airport is worth buying . . . .  if your stay on the SETV visa is almost used up after you already stayed for 7 weeks, the re-entry will only be valid until the end of the original 2-months "admitted until" date

Robert ******* · Answer

2 months all over. You have indeed 2 options. Or get the Single Entry Tourist Visa, which gives you 60 days on entry and when you leave to Sri Lanka get yourself the re-entry permit. Visa cost 30 pounds about 1200 Thb and re-entry permit 1.000 Thb. OR come to Thailand use the free 30 day Visa exempt entry, leave within these 30 days to Sri Lanka and on return get a new 30 day free Visa Exempt Entry. I guess the man tried to save you some money.

Stuart ********** · Answer

You can get re entry permit on any visa including SETV no problem

Troy ********* · Answer

Not true. Do it at the airport or immigration

Can I get a re-entry permit on a Single Entry Tourist Visa (SETV) for Thailand?

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