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

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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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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.

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Phil ********

Apply online now and do the Premium service and you can choose which passport office you collect it from.

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Shaun *********

I renewed my passport in the uk a couple of months ago, it only took a week to receive it.

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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.

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Carl ********

I got my passport renewal in Bangkok in January, only took 2 weeks

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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?

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Kailah **************

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@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.

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Paul *******

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No problems if those pages have staple holes. Just ensure they don't get ripped or something

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Lynnette *******

@Kailah *************

you'll have to check if fast tracks available. . .

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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.

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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 👍

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Steve *******

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Fast track and get it the same day

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Malcolm *******

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I did mine in a week in November in Durham fast track .

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Malcolm *************

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I think they're in the middle of a 5 week strike 👍

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Kailah **************

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@Malcolm ************

I arrive in June so hopefully will be finished by then and they dontvhave too much of a backlog....

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Phil ********

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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 🍺

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Kailah **************

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@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.

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Malcolm *************

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My friend did a standard renewal I'm not sure if the strikes are affecting the fast track applications.

Good Luck

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Stuart *********

Yes you can. Bring both. You’ll probably need to visit your local immigration office to get the extension stamp transferred.

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