Can I re-enter Thailand on my current visa with both my old and new passport?

Apr 27, 2023
2 years ago
Kailah **************
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I am down to the last few pages in my passport so need to get a new one. I'm visiting the UK next month, if I got a new passport whilst there would I be able to come back into Thailand on my current visa if I bring my new passport and old one with the visa and re-entry permit? Thanks!
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TLDR : Answer Summary
If you are renewing your passport while visiting the UK, you can still re-enter Thailand using your current visa as long as you bring both your old passport (where the visa is) and your new passport. Some users recommend visiting a local immigration office to get the extension stamp transferred. However, be mindful of the potential delays in obtaining a new passport in the UK due to backlogs and ensure you check for fast track appointment options if needed.
FAST TRACK RESOURCES / SERVICES
Lynnette *******
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Phil ********
Apply online now and do the Premium service and you can choose which passport office you collect it from.
Shaun *********
I renewed my passport in the uk a couple of months ago, it only took a week to receive it.
Ivan *********
If you are coming to the UK ? You used to be able to go personally to the Passport office in Petty France which is in London . Please check about ; Having to book /Location . Cost . You will be aware that the Civil service have been striking recently -Which has caused backlog.
Carl ********
I got my passport renewal in Bangkok in January, only took 2 weeks
Lynnette *******
@Kailah *************
they'v ealready said there's a back log. And its about 20 to 25 weeks wait. You'll need to check if they'll do the fast track or same day. If you've a few pages left why renew it right now?
Kailah **************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Lynnette ******
I currently have 4 pages left. Three of which are covered in holes from immigration stapling in the 90day slip, so not sure if that will cause me issues with their validity. I fly out end of May, re-entry will take 1 page, also visiting family in France on my trip to the UK and after brexit they also stamp entry/ exit.. Get back to Thailand end of June and then renew my extention of stay in August which will take up a page. So if fastback whilst in the UK is possible I will go for that.
Paul *******
@Kailah *************
No problems if those pages have staple holes. Just ensure they don't get ripped or something
Lynnette *******
@Kailah *************
you'll have to check if fast tracks available. . .
Ian *********
be prepared to be able to travel to one of the 7 offices that do fast track appointments. If you know when you are going back to the UK I would book on line for your appointment now. The strike finishes on the 8th May but counter appointments are still available. Go on Gov.uk to make your appointment.
Malcolm *************
My friend did this recently please be aware there is currently a 10 week wait in the UK for issuing new and replacement passports ๐Ÿ‘
Steve *******
@Malcolm ************
Fast track and get it the same day
Malcolm *******
@Malcolm ************
I did mine in a week in November in Durham fast track .
Malcolm *************
@Malcolm ******
I think they're in the middle of a 5 week strike ๐Ÿ‘
Kailah **************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Malcolm ************
I arrive in June so hopefully will be finished by then and they dontvhave too much of a backlog....
Phil ********
@Kailah *************
There'll certainly be a rather bit of a back log, I'm afraid. IF they're not still on strike when you're there.

Bloody hell, good luck getting it sorted, mate.

Cheers ๐Ÿบ
Kailah **************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Malcolm ************
Thanks, I'm only in the UK two weeks.... I would do the week fast track. Did your friend pay for fast track? Hope that's not delayed too! I looked into getting it in Thailand and it said 10 weeks wait, which wouldn't work as when I get back I only have 5 weeks before I need to do my extention of stay.
Malcolm *************
@Kailah *************
My friend did a standard renewal I'm not sure if the strikes are affecting the fast track applications.

Good Luck
Stuart *********
Yes you can. Bring both. Youโ€™ll probably need to visit your local immigration office to get the extension stamp transferred.
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