Can I travel soon after receiving my 1-year marriage visa extension in Thailand?

May 20, 2021
4 years ago
Kelly ********
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Getting my 1 year visa extension based on marriage next week and curious if there is any problem with flying out soon after for a couple months and then back, my understanding is to get the exit stamp on way out at Suvarnabhumi. After 12 years finally getting the 1 year as in normal times I fly back and forth 6 times a year for work. Thanks!

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The user is inquiring about the implications of traveling shortly after receiving their 1-year visa extension based on marriage in Thailand. They want to know if there will be any issues flying out soon after the extension and returning, mentioning the need for an exit stamp at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Commenters provided insights about the visa application process, including receiving an 'under consideration' stamp initially and the best timing for purchasing a re-entry permit.
Ken ********
Mine just took 7 weeks was starting to worry but 4 trips to immigration and checking website every day it was finally passed had the stamp done on monday
Kelly ********
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@Ken *******
wow 👌🏻 ok thanks!
Tod *********
remember when you apply for a year marriage extension you get an "under consideration" stamp first (usually 30 days) then you go back and get the year extension inked in when that stamp runs out

Wait until you get the year extension inked in to buy a re-entry permit (so it'll be good the whole year)
Kelly ********
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@Tod ********
so really I don’t wanna exit till I get the inked extension is that correct Tod? thank for quick response!
James ********
@Kelly *******
absolutely do not leave before the one year extension stamp is in your passport.

And remember do not touch the 400,000.Thai bank account balance you have submitted to Thai immigration. You will need to have a bank book update on the day you go back to get the stamp.
Kelly ********
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@James *******
thanks James I was thinking that was the case but always great to be reassured with you and Tod. I was on the fence as offered a decent gig back in the states but my 1 year superseding it all at the moment in these Covid19 times. My wife will be happy I’m not leaving yet, lol. 400,00 lives in its own account not to be touched, thanks for reminder!
James ********
@Kelly *******
Best Wishes for your continued happiness and good health always for you and family...Take care and stay safe 🙏🙏
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