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Do I need a re-entry permit to maintain my retirement visa when crossing from Thailand to Laos by land?

Re-entry Permit Thailand Visa Rules Retirement Visa Land Crossing Immigration Thailand Laos Border

Jun 30, 2022

4 years ago

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Land crossing Thailand/Laos.  So far, all my exits/entries from Thailand have been by air.  Next week I may want to cross the Mekong into Laos. Do I still have to pay 1000 baht for a re-entry permit to maintain my retirement visa?   Thanks, Jack

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When crossing the border from Thailand into Laos, you are required to obtain a re-entry permit to maintain the validity of your retirement visa. This applies regardless of whether you exit by air or land, and typically involves a fee of 1000 baht.

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James ********

YES. You will need to get a reentry permit to keep your current extension of stay valid.

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Brandon ************

Can you get re-entry permits at land border, or is this a time you need to go to immigration before your trip?

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Best to get the re-entry permit at local Thai immigration office.

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Robert *******

Yes, to keep your Extension of Stay alive during a visit abroad, you need a re-entry permit. Leaving by air or land does not matter.

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