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Can my husband travel outside Thailand while his Non-O marriage visa extension is under processing?

Jul 31, 2025
4 days ago
Hi! Can my husband travel outside the country while his Non-O marriage visa extension is still being processed?

We’re planning to apply for the 1-year extension in early October, and I know it usually takes a couple of weeks for immigration to approve it. Just wondering if it’s possible for us to travel abroad during that time.

Thanks so much in advance!
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The user inquires about the possibility of traveling outside Thailand while their husband's Non-O marriage visa extension is being processed. Comments from the community indicate that it is generally possible, but they emphasize the importance of obtaining a re-entry permit and adhering to the timeline outlined in the under consideration stamp that immigration provides. The under consideration period varies, with some mentioning a 21-day duration at specific immigration offices, such as the Changwatanna office in Bangkok. Community members recommend staying put until the extension process is finalized to avoid complications.
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Andrew ********
As long as you are back at immigration on the date they give you on the consideration stamp and make sure there is a re-entry stamp when he leaves.. personally id stay put till the consideration is done
Steven ***************
If you are doing extension in Bangkok at Changwatanna office, under consideration period is 21 days, if that helps.
Jan ******************
And as mentioned on another side, you’ll need to make an agreement with the immigration as it’s quite common that they will do a house visit during the consideration period.
Wannikea *********
In all likeliness you'll be given an under consideration stamp for a period of time, possibly 30 days. If you bought a reentry permit after you've been given that stamp then you would have to return by the date on the under consideration stamp to get your full year inked in.
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