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Can I return to Thailand with both my old and new passport if I get a new passport while visiting the UK?

Jun 27, 2023
3 years ago
Rebecca ********
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Hi. I have a Thai work permit in my current passport and I am in the UK for a visit. I want to get a new passport whilst I'm here. Can I just show old and new passport when I return to Thailand?
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The user is in the UK with a Thai work permit and is considering obtaining a new passport. They are asking if they can show both the old and new passport upon returning to Thailand. The comments clarify that while the work permit is not in the passport, it is suggested to ensure proper visa transfer procedures when getting a new passport, as work permits and visas are typically handled separately.
Neal *********
You won't get to keep the old passport
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Michael ********
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British citizen can keep there old passports, they just cut a corner off the front cover and stamp it. I have all of mine and there is a lot
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@Michael *******
nice.. didn't know that but I've never traded mine in.
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Rebecca ********
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@Neal ********
I think the old passport is cancelled and then returned to you.
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Håkan *******
And also.

Is not the old passport cancelled in UK?
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Håkan *******
I think you mean visa in passport.

There is no workpermit in passport.

Ask the one that make the new one to add a paper so you get visa transfered from old to new at immigration.

Why not passport at UK embassy in BKK
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Rebecca ********
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@Håkan ******
I could but I don't live in Bangkok and you have to go in person. And then return to pick it up
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@Rebecca *******
Then I don't know.
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Myles *******
U dont get work permit in passport. It is separate book
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Rebecca ********
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Thanks 😁
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John *****
Yes
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