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Do I need a re-entry permit if I have a Non-O ED visa and I'm leaving Thailand during semester holidays?

Mar 28, 2025
7 days ago
Waqar *******
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Hi!

Do I still need to buy Re Entry at the immigration or I am exempted as I am confused.

As on the top it says re entry permit must be made before leaving thailand and then it say exempted.

Non o ed visa university student going out of thailand in between semester holidays
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A holder of a Non-O ED visa can be exempt from purchasing a re-entry permit while traveling outside Thailand. Although the visa stipulates that a re-entry permit should be arranged before departure, the specific mention of exemption in the ED Plus extension creates confusion. It's advisable to confirm at the airport or with the immigration counter for assurance.
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Lloyd ********
I am confused , did you get the Ed Plus before you started studying? (I thought it was just for the year after you finished studying).
Tod *********
It does specifically state in the ED Plus extension that it is exempt from a re-entry permit so I think you don't need one

BUT

I would ask at the airport (just to be sure) at the desk when you stamp out OR at the re-entry counter
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